Freelance Tips

As a freelancer, you get to be your own boss. You’re responsible for every aspect of your business – which is both exciting and daunting! Our blog is here to help. It's packed full of handy hints on all aspects of running a successful freelance business, from writing a business plan to determining your marketing strategies, managing your finances, finding clients, and more!

  • 5 Tips for Scheduling and Planning as a Freelance Proofreader

    5 Tips for Scheduling and Planning as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 26, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity

    One of the many perks of freelancing is the freedom to choose your own work hours and routine. But it can be easy to lose direction when you have so much flexibility. In this post, then, we’ll cover five tips for scheduling and planning as a freelance proofreader. These include: Writing to-do lists for short- […]

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  • Freelance Tips: How to Avoid Computer Disasters

    Freelance Tips: How to Avoid Computer Disasters

    Aug 21, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Software and Tools
    • Freelance Tips

    As a freelance proofreader today, nearly all your work will take place on a laptop or computer. As such, it’s important to protect yourself against any technological mishaps that could set you back. Disasters such as losing files, getting a virus, or experiencing other tech malfunctions are frustrating. This post will cover our five top […]

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Freelance Tips: What to Include in a Proofreading Invoice

  • 5 Tips to Help You Save Money as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 15, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips

    As a freelance proofreader, you’re completely in charge of your work and lifestyle, including your finances. And unless you have an accountant, you may need to regularly evaluate where you can cut back on spending to make your earnings go further. In this post, we cover five tips to help you save money as a […]

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  • Freelance Tips: How to Get Paid as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 14, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Clients
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    As a freelance proofreader, you rely on your clients for your income. But how can you ensure that you’ll be paid fairly and on time? In this post, we’ll look at how to get paid as a freelance proofreader. We’ll take you through the different payment schedules you can offer and how to choose the […]

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  • 5 Advantages of Having a Website as a Freelance Proofreader

    Aug 12, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    Creating a website is one of the best things you can do to up your game as a freelance proofreader. And with loads of easy-to-use website builders around now, it’s never been simpler. In this post, we’ll outline the advantages of having a website as a freelance proofreader. In short, a website allows you to: […]

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  • 5 Website SEO Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

    Aug 08, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Clients
    • Finding Work
    • Freelance Tips

    Being a freelance proofreader is not only about being a stickler for spelling. It’s also about promoting yourself and attracting new clients. Having a website, as you may already know, is essential to this! The work isn’t finished once you’ve set your website up, though. There are many details to keep an eye on, and […]

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  • The Best Appointment Scheduling Apps for Freelancers

    Aug 07, 2021

    • Freelance Software and Tools
    • Freelance Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity

    As a freelance proofreader, you might find yourself needing to keep track of a few appointments. And to save time, you ideally want prospective clients to be able to find out more about your services without emailing back and forth for a suitable meeting time. Luckily, there are some handy apps out there that allow […]

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  • 5 Lifestyle Tips to Boost Your Productivity

    Aug 05, 2021

    • Freelance Tips
    • Lifestyle Tips
    • Organisation and Productivity
    • Working From Home

    Freelance proofreading offers freedom and flexibility, but it can be hard to stay productive when you’re in charge of your own schedule. We suggest following these lifestyle tips to boost your productivity: Make healthy choices about food, water, exercise, and rest. Take regular breaks from your work to avoid burnout. Motivate yourself by setting short- […]

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  • How to Choose a Name for Your Proofreading Business

    How to Choose a Name for Your Proofreading Business

    Jul 31, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    You’ve got the skills, you’ve done the training, and now you’re ready to launch your freelance proofreading business. But what do you name it? And how can you stand out from the crowd? We’ve got a few tips on how to choose a name for your proofreading business. What Are Your Initial Ideas? You might […]

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  • 5 Budgeting Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

    5 Budgeting Tips for Freelance Proofreaders

    Jul 29, 2021

    • Business Tips
    • Finance Tips
    • Freelance Tips

    Becoming a freelance proofreader can bring you freedom and flexibility, but this can also make it difficult to stick to a budget. Luckily, we’ve got some budgeting tips to help you stay on top of your finances and put money aside into savings: Make sure you keep track of exactly how much you’ve earned each […]

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