Knowadays Success Stories

“I enjoy the variety of clients and document types, and I am learning something new every day. I'm very satisfied with the work I'm doing, and I enjoy the flexibility that comes with it.”

“I get paid for correcting grammatical errors! Working with so many types of documents has expanded my skill set too. I was right to think that I'd love it as a career!”

“I do feel like it was a great investment. I'm proud of the work I did and the certifications I received. They make my resume look good, and I feel more confident in my ability to edit.”

“Even after editing hundreds of documents, I still get a thrill when I open a new job. I love the methodical process of working through the text, checking it against the style guide and my own checklist.”

“Becoming A Freelance Writer gave me the confidence to start writing professionally and helped me develop the skills to do so. The experience was everything I hoped for!”

“Going freelance has been the best decision I have ever made. Setting up my freelance business has meant I have been able to strike a work-life balance and put my family first.”

“Most of my friends retired some time ago, but I like having some regular work, working with younger people, learning new things, and encountering new ideas.”

“It's satisfying correcting documents. I've learned so much over the years as well, and I work with some amazing and inspirational people at Proofed.”

“I've been very fortunate to be part of the Service Delivery team at Proofed. I get to work with and learn from some amazing people from all around the world.”

“Knowing I don’t have to work in an office, get involved in office politics, or deal with a commute – these are some of the pros of freelance life for me.”

“I feel like I've become more confident. I scroll less aimlessly on my phone because I'd rather be reading style guides. I enjoy knowing there is always some work available.”

“I’m no longer stressed about what is going to happen to me. I can earn a living doing this for the rest of my life. This has been the ideal start to my new reality.”

“To be honest, I never imagined this journey would turn out to be even half as rewarding as it has been. Working with Proofed has genuinely changed a lot for me – and all in the best ways.”

“I feel that a wider range of career opportunities is available to me and that I have a skill set that can prove useful in any position. I also feel that I am a more effective writer.”

“I like the feeling of improving a document for the client – knowing I have made a difference. The freedom to work at my own pace around my other commitments is brilliant too.”

“I'm currently editing Stellenbosch University’s newspaper and my university residence’s newspaper. I felt well prepared after taking the Knowadays courses.”

“I’m doing work that I enjoy, with people I like, and I’m good at what I do. I’m continuing to stretch myself in ways I’d never have imagined before.”

“Because my children are small, I haven’t been doing it full time. But that’s also the nice thing – I don’t have to do it full time. It’s very flexible.”