Knowadays Success Stories
Wherever you are in life right now, there’s a Knowadays graduate who started from a similar place. Students and retirees, new parents, and career changers – they’ve all taken our courses and found new ways of working.
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Naomi
Achieving Professional Goals
Since completing our Becoming A Proofreader course, Naomi has transitioned to full-time proofreading. She works with Proofed in addition to managing her own clients she’s found online, and she structures her day around various goals and projects. She enjoys the variety that each new day brings and is very happy to be free from long, rush hour commutes!
“Being able to work remotely and do what I love from the comfort of, well, anywhere, allows me to live my best life.“ -
Hannah
Prioritizing Mental Health
When Hannah found that her day job was taking a toll on her mental wellbeing, she sought out Knowadays to help her launch a new career as a proofreader. Since graduating and starting work at Proofed, her mental and physical wellbeing has significantly improved, affording her more energy and enthusiasm for her hobbies, her Etsy business, and quality time with her cat, Penny.
“My mental health and physical health have improved because I can make the time to prioritize those things. I have more time to spend with the people I love and do the things I love.“ -
Lisa
Learning New Skills
Lisa, a full-time research scientist, took our Becoming A Proofreader course to improve her knowledge of English writing rules. She now works for Proofed in her spare time, and her new skills have been valuable in her day job, too!
“It’s been nice to earn some extra income this way, and it’s also been wonderful to see my proofreading ability and speed improve over the last few months.“ -
Bernard
Rethinking the 9-to-5
There are lots of great benefits to freelance and remote work. Bernard recently transitioned from a 9-to-5 job into freelance proofreading. He’s now able to earn an income on a schedule that suits him, and he has plenty of time left to pursue his hobbies and passions!
“I’m loving the feeling of freedom that comes with being self-employed.“ -
Sherri
Starting a New Side Hustle
Have you ever considered changing your career? Or perhaps you’d like to start a side hustle and earn some extra income on your own terms? Sherri did just that! She took advantage of our guaranteed work offer, and plans to gradually transition into full-time proofreading.
“The course is straightforward, easy to fit around an existing schedule or job, and will give you everything you need to start a freelance career.“ -
Debra
Gaining Confidence
Sometimes, stepping out of your comfort zone and trying a new career can mean a change for the better. That’s exactly what Becoming A Proofreader graduate Debra found, as not only did she gain new skills, but she also gained lots more confidence as a freelancer.
“I encourage anyone considering a lifestyle change to research options, step out of your comfort zone, and make it happen!“ -
Kath
Earning Extra Income During Retirement
Kath, a semi-retired accountant, was looking for something she could do at home to earn some extra money. She now combines bookkeeping with proofreading, and loves helping other people polish their writing.
“I’ve always been a prolific reader, and I appreciate elegant prose. Spelling and grammar errors leap off the page for me, so proofreading seemed to be something I could enjoy and would be good at.“ -
Kristen
Training for a Flexible New Career
After taking a break from her career in the insurance industry, Kristen decided it was time to try something new. She now works on her own terms as a freelance proofreader, and has even started her own business!
“I have always had a strong work ethic and find it very liberating to work on my own. I wish I had done this sooner!“ -
Laura
The Working Parent
Shortly before the pandemic began, Laura was looking for a change of direction and a job that would work around her family commitments. She found the ideal solution in freelance proofreading, and now enjoys work that is both flexible and rewarding.
“Being able to choose when I work has allowed me to fit proofreading around my family commitments, meaning freelance proofreading is less stressful than the job I had before.“ -
Jessica
The English Student
Jessica was looking for a flexible way to earn an income while working towards her English Literature degree. She now proofreads part-time around her studies, boosting her own writing skills and helping others at the same time!
“Having the opportunity to take on part-time freelance work that’s flexible enough to fit around my studies has been the best part. My own writing has also improved thanks to the skills I gained from the course!“ -
Susan
Transitioning to Full-Time Proofreading
Susan was working as a part-time career development officer, but looking for an opportunity to reduce her hours and work remotely. Since completing Becoming A Proofreader, she has discovered the joy and freedom of self-employment, and hopes to gradually transition to proofreading full-time.
“I can work when and where it suits me. My work-life balance is much more flexible.” -
Mike
The ESL Teacher
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Mike was looking for remote jobs that would fit alongside his job teaching English as a second language. Freelance proofreading was the perfect match, giving him the flexibility to meet his commitments, work anywhere in the world, and achieve a healthy work-life balance.
“As a freelance editor, I can enjoy life much more than a typical 9–5 worker. It allows me to get out and enjoy my hobbies during the week while everyone else is working. I’m also an avid traveller and Proofed allows me to work anywhere in the world!“
