Clients
Explore our collection of articles offering essential advice for freelancers on working with clients. From defining clear briefs to requesting impactful testimonials, these posts provide practical guidance to help you build strong relationships, deliver exceptional service, and grow your freelance business with confidence.
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5 Tips on How to Cold Email Potential Clients
5 Tips on How to Cold Email Potential Clients
Published Jul 10, 2021
Last Updated May 16, 2023Do you have a list of clients you’d like to work with? If you’re wondering how to approach them, cold email is one way freelance proofreaders can reach out to (and win) new clients. In this post, we’ll show you how to: Write a subject line that catches the eye of prospective clients. Address […]
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How to Ask Clients for Feedback as a Freelance Proofreader
How to Ask Clients for Feedback as a Freelance Proofreader
Published Jun 26, 2021
Last Updated Jun 22, 2024It’s useful for freelance proofreaders to know how to ask clients for feedback. You can use this to identify your strengths and weaknesses. And positive feedback can make for great testimonials, helping you to promote your services. But how should you ask for feedback? In this post, we offer a few tips on asking for […]
Dos and Don’ts for Editing Client Testimonials
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5 Networking Tips for Freelance Proofreaders
Published Jun 17, 2021
Last Updated Jun 24, 2024As a freelance proofreader, having a network of contacts can provide you with work and support. But how do you build such a network? Our top networking tips include: Work out who you want to network with . Draw on your existing contacts for introductions and recommendations. Use social media to help build relationships with […]
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5 Ways to Promote Yourself as a Freelance Proofreader
Published Mar 28, 2021
Last Updated Nov 18, 2024So you’ve decided to become a freelance proofreader. But how can you secure work? In this post, we suggest five ways you can promote yourself as a freelance proofreader: Set up a website where you can promote your services and update it regularly. Use social media to network and advertise your work. Join a proofreading […]
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What Is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)?
Published Jan 21, 2021
Last Updated Nov 20, 2024As a freelance proofreader, clients and proofreading agencies may ask you to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). But what is a non-disclosure agreement? And what do you need to know before signing one? In this post, we set out the basics of how NDAs work. What Is a Non-Disclosure Agreement? A non-disclosure agreement (often abbreviated […]
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3 Tips for Dealing with Negative Client Feedback
Published Dec 13, 2020
Last Updated Oct 23, 2024As a freelance proofreader, you will hopefully experience nothing but happy, satisfied clients. However, most freelancers will receive negative feedback at some point. And the question then is how you respond! Our top three tips on this count include: Don’t take negative feedback personally or react emotionally. Instead, try to put your personal feelings aside […]
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Freelance Tips: Confidentiality and Proofreading
Published Jun 04, 2020
Last Updated Jun 21, 2024Working as a freelance proofreader, you may sometimes encounter issues related to confidentiality. But it should be simple to avoid problems with privacy and confidentiality if you follow a few simple guidelines. Check out our advice below to find out more. Proofreading and Confidentiality Becoming A Proofreader Our comprehensive proofreading course will teach you everything […]
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Freelance Tips: Should You Offer a Free Sample Edit?
Published May 28, 2020
Last Updated Aug 07, 2023Some freelance proofreaders offer new clients a free sample edit. This means checking part of a document for free so a client can see your work before committing to paying. But is this a good idea? And if so, how should you approach offering a free sample edit? Why Do Some Proofreaders Offer a Free […]
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What to Do When a Client Won't Pay
What to Do When a Client Won't Pay
Published May 21, 2020
Last Updated Nov 26, 2024As a freelance proofreader, we hope your clients all pay promptly and in full. However, many freelancers do encounter clients who delay payment or ignore invoices.
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Freelance Proofreading Tips: The Client’s Brief
Freelance Proofreading Tips: The Client’s Brief
Published Mar 19, 2020
Last Updated Nov 20, 2024As a freelance proofreader and editor, your work may range from making major changes to a document to fixing typos and other minor errors. And this variability is why you need to agree on a clear brief with each client. But what is a brief? And what might it cover? Understanding the Client’s Brief In […]
