Business Tips
An archive of posts about starting your freelance business. Learn handy tips such as what to include in a business plan, how to set up a website, and ways to get the most out of your workspace.
How to Spring Clean Your Freelance Business
How to Spring Clean Your Freelance Business
Jan 27, 2023
This time of year, you might be thinking about spring cleaning your home. And if you’re a freelancer, now’s a good time to consider sprucing up your business too! In this post, we talk you through five steps to spring clean your freelance business: Keep reading to discover these points in detail. 1. Refresh Your […]
How to Turn a Hobby into a Freelance Business
How to Turn a Hobby into a Freelance Business
Jan 25, 2023
If you love reading, enjoy spotting errors, or even like to do some informal proofreading in your spare time, you could turn your hobbies into a freelance editing business. Or maybe you have another pastime that you’d like to start doing professionally. If so, this post is for you. We’ll explain how to turn a […]
What Is a Freelance Retainer Agreement?
Digital Declutter: 7 Satisfying Ways to Tidy Your Digital Workspace
Jan 18, 2023
If you’re a freelancer, you probably manage an endless stream of files and emails from various clients. So it’s important to make time to carry out a regular “digital declutter” so that you can work more efficiently and easily find the information you need. And, just like cleaning out your desk drawers, it can be […]
3 Ways Kanban Boards Can Help You Grow Your Freelance Business
Jan 15, 2023
Although most people think of Kanban boards as a collaborative tool for teams, they can also be useful for freelancers working on their own. In this post, we’ll discuss how you can use Kanban boards to grow your freelance business. What Is a Kanban Board? Kanban boards are a type of visual project management tool. […]
7 Websites to Help You Find Freelance Work Online
Dec 19, 2022
There are many ways to approach finding work as a freelancer, from advertisements to word-of-mouth recommendations. In this post, we focus on finding work through freelance marketplaces and give an overview of seven popular sites that could help you find freelance work online. What is a Freelance Marketplace? Freelance marketplaces are online platforms that connect […]
Freelance Tips: How to Prepare for a Christmas Break
Dec 05, 2022
When it comes to the holidays, do you finish all your planning and shopping months in advance or do you prefer to leave the preparations until the last minute? Whatever you prefer, if you’re a freelancer, you must make one important holiday plan early: prepare your business so you can take a well-deserved Christmas break. […]
How Your LinkedIn Profile Can Help You Find Freelance Work
Dec 02, 2022
There are lots of different ways that freelance professionals, including proofreaders and editors, can find work and promote themselves. In this post, we’ll look at the benefits an effective LinkedIn profile can provide when searching for freelance work. The Benefits of LinkedIn for Freelancers Unlike most other social networking platforms, LinkedIn is designed and built […]
5 Financial Planning Tips for Freelancers
Nov 28, 2022
As a new freelancer, planning your finances can be daunting. But with proper execution, it doesn’t have to be that stressful! Today’s post will walk you through five helpful financial planning tips: Monitor Your Income and Expenses Having a visual record of your income and expenses is key to knowing where you stand financially. It […]
How to Pick a Niche as a Freelance Proofreader or Editor
How to Pick a Niche as a Freelance Proofreader or Editor
Nov 14, 2022
Picking a proofreading or editing niche can help you find clients and thrive as a freelancer. But what exactly is a niche, and how can you narrow down the subjects you want to specialize in? In this blog post, we’ll answer these questions and help you find the right niche for you. What’s a Niche […]
A Guide to Continuing Professional Development for Freelancers
A Guide to Continuing Professional Development for Freelancers
Aug 13, 2022
As a freelance proofreader or editor, taking part in continuing professional development will help you gain and maintain the skills you need to thrive. But working on your own can make this difficult, as you won’t have company training resources. Luckily, there are ways to take your professional development into your own hands. In this […]