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!
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How to Write a Follow Up Email as a Freelancer
How to Write a Follow Up Email as a Freelancer
Published Jul 21, 2023
Last Updated Apr 07, 2025As a freelancer, you’ll spend lots of time communicating with clients and other professionals. This includes writing many different emails. But what do you do when those emails don’t get a response? Write a follow-up, of course. Here are our tips for a successful follow-up email that will help you reach your objectives as a […]
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How to Outsource Work as a Freelancer
How to Outsource Work as a Freelancer
Published Jul 14, 2023
Last Updated Nov 20, 2024Have you ever wondered how to outsource work as a freelancer? Everyone needs a little help from time to time, even freelancers! When freelancing, you have to be very good at managing your own time. Sometimes, this will involve prioritizing one thing over another. If you don’t have the time to do everything, outsourcing part […]
How to Find Freelance Copy Editing Jobs Online
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How to Offer Formatting Services as a Proofreader or Editor
Published Jul 05, 2023
Last Updated Apr 07, 2025Offering formatting services can be an opportunity for you, a proofreader or editor, to expand your client base and increase your business earnings. However, before offering these services, you’ll want to ensure that you’re proficient in basic or advanced formatting tasks so you can accurately scope and promote your services and deliver a quality product. […]
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What Are the Benefits of AI for Freelancers?
Published Jun 30, 2023
Last Updated Nov 28, 2024Artificial intelligence (AI) has made big strides recently, raising questions about how it might alter the world of work now and in the near future. If you’re a freelancer, you might be wondering what the rise of AI means for you and your career. Luckily, we’re here with the details. In this blog post, we’ll […]
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Knowadays vs Proofread Anywhere: What’s the Difference?
Published Jun 23, 2023
Last Updated Oct 28, 2024Taking an online course is a great way to kickstart your career as a freelance proofreader, and can provide you with the necessary skills, experience, and confidence you need to succeed. In this blog post, we carefully compare the proofreading courses offered by Knowadays and Proofread Anywhere to help you consider each option and choose […]
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5 of the Best Online Proofreading Courses for Beginners
Published Jun 21, 2023
Last Updated Mar 27, 2025If you’re thinking of starting a career as a professional proofreader, you’re in the right place. With so many online proofreading courses available, it can be difficult to know which one will best suit your needs and give you the right skills to launch your new career. In this guide, we’ll offer some key tips […]
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How to Handle a Missed Deadline as a Freelancer
Published Jun 07, 2023
Last Updated Nov 20, 2024There is a lot of flexibility associated with being a freelancer, but there are also a lot of responsibilities. One of the most common is meeting deadlines. When freelancing, apart from the quality of your work, your clients don’t always have many ways to assess you. Missing an important deadline can harm your reputation, but […]
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5 Reasons Why AI Won’t Replace Proofreaders and Editors
Published Jun 05, 2023
Last Updated Nov 28, 2024If you’re considering a career as a freelance proofreader or editor, you may be wondering how the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) writing tools will impact your business. And while the landscape of this technology is always evolving, AI is not likely to replace proofreaders and editors anytime soon. In this blog post, we […]
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5 Study Tips from Becoming A Proofreader Graduates
5 Study Tips from Becoming A Proofreader Graduates
Published Jun 02, 2023
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024Are you about to start our Becoming A Proofreader course? If the answer is yes, congratulations! You’ve taken the first step on your journey toward a flexible, rewarding new career as a freelance proofreader. Learning a new skill can be daunting. If you don’t pick it up straight away or realize you have more to […]
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What Is Decision Fatigue? (And How to Avoid It)
What Is Decision Fatigue? (And How to Avoid It)
Published May 31, 2023
Last Updated Apr 08, 2025If you’ve never heard the term before, you may be wondering: What is decision fatigue? And have I ever experienced it? Well, if you’ve ever felt mentally exhausted after a long day and stressed out by the prospect of choosing between two or more things (however simple), you may be experiencing decision fatigue. In this […]
