Lifestyle Tips
The freelance lifestyle has a lot going for it. In this collection of posts we show you how to make the most of freelancing, with tips on keeping yourself healthy, happy, and productive.
What Are the Benefits of Online Learning?
What Are the Benefits of Online Learning?
Oct 12, 2022
Online learning, also called elearning, is a type of distance learning that takes place over the internet. In the last few years, the options for learning online have grown to include courses, webinars, and virtual training on just about any subject from proofreading and editing to embroidery. In this post, we look at seven benefits […]
What is a Digital Nomad? (And How to Become One)
What is a Digital Nomad? (And How to Become One)
Oct 07, 2022
One of the many benefits of freelancing is being able to work from anywhere. Some people take this a step further by becoming digital nomads: freelancers who travel while they work. Read on to learn more about the digital nomad lifestyle and how you can become one yourself. What Is a Digital Nomad? If you’ve […]
How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome as a Freelancer
Sep 23, 2022
Freelance proofreading and editing are great options for those seeking a flexible and freeing career, but it’s easy to start doubting yourself and your skills without the support a regular job provides. This makes freelancers particularly susceptible to imposter syndrome. In this post, we’ll talk about what imposter syndrome is, how it might affect you […]
5 Morning Routines to Boost Your Productivity
Sep 17, 2022
Mornings are hard. Your morning routines (or lack thereof) can set the tone for your entire day, so it’s important to find a consistent set of activities to bring structure to those early hours. Having a morning routine leads to a multitude of benefits, such as reducing stress, boosting energy, and increasing productivity throughout the […]
5 Tips for Writing Better To-Do Lists
Sep 16, 2022
To-do lists can be a great organization and scheduling tool for freelance proofreaders and editors. But sometimes, the familiar to-do list can work against us; after all, what’s more overwhelming than a never-ending list of tasks and looming deadlines? That’s why, in this post, we’ll share our top five tips to make sure your to-do […]
Freelance Tips: 5 Tips to Help Reduce Stress When Proofreading
May 23, 2022
Freelance proofreading is a gratifying job, but that doesn’t mean it’s always stress-free. Working for yourself means you need the discipline to work while carefully managing your workload. But there are several ways to reduce stress when proofreading. 1. Set Up a Productive Workspace It’s hard to deliver your best work in an uncomfortable, cluttered […]
Freelance Tips: 7 Things to Put in Your Home Office
May 18, 2022
Working as a freelance proofreader can mean spending a lot of time in your home office. It’s important that your space offers everything you need to work efficiently, healthily, and happily. So, if you’re itching to follow up on your new year’s resolutions (or just fancy changing up your workspace), here are seven things you […]
Freelance Tips: 5 Meal-Planning Tips for Freelancers
Nov 27, 2021
When you’re overwhelmed with deadlines and documents, a good meal plan can be a lifesaver for freelance proofreaders. That’s because having a meal ready saves you time and hassle, so you can keep focused. In this post, we’ve got five meal planning tips to help: Find a plan that suits your needs. Plan your grocery […]
5 Tips to Help You Switch Off from Work
5 Tips to Help You Switch Off from Work
Nov 06, 2021
A growing workload and the pressure of keeping clients happy can have freelance proofreaders working overtime to keep on top of things. But no matter how busy you might feel, you should always switch off from work when it’s time to. We know that can be easier said than done, so we’ve come up with […]
Freelance Tips: How to Set Healthy Boundaries as a Freelancer
Freelance Tips: How to Set Healthy Boundaries as a Freelancer
Oct 30, 2021
You’re a freelance proofreader. You’ve escaped the boss over your shoulder, the 7 a.m. commute, and the late nights at the office. But new trouble’s stirring: Saturday night emails from clients that won’t quit, uncontracted work on ever-growing projects, and weekends that were supposed to be time off spent at your desk. You can avoid […]