Lifestyle Tips
Discover tips to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Learn how to balance freelance work with other important parts of your life, such as family time and mental and physical wellness.
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What Is Microlearning?
What Is Microlearning?
Published Mar 31, 2023
Last Updated Dec 15, 2023A significant part of growing as a freelancer is committing to continuing professional development – the process of gaining and building on your professional skills. But if you’ve got a busy schedule full of work and other commitments, you’ll need to find an efficient study method. Microlearning is a way of maximizing your time to […]
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Why Proofreading and Editing Are the Best Side Hustles for Writers
Why Proofreading and Editing Are the Best Side Hustles for Writers
Published Mar 17, 2023
Last Updated Nov 28, 2024Are you planning to earn an extra income while pursuing your writing career? Proofreading and/or editing could be the perfect side hustle for you. In today’s blog post, we’re discussing five reasons proofreading and/or editing can be a great second job for writers: Keep reading to find out more. 1. The Costs to Get Started […]
Can You Take a Sick Day as a Freelancer?
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How to Use a Coworking Space as a Freelancer
Published Mar 10, 2023
Last Updated Mar 31, 2025If you work as a freelancer but find that you miss the office atmosphere, coworking spaces could be the answer for you. But what exactly are coworking spaces, and how do you use them? In today’s post, we’ll take a look at what coworking spaces can offer freelancers and how you can make the most […]
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5 Ways to Combat Loneliness as a Freelancer
Published Mar 08, 2023
Last Updated Feb 18, 2025Although freelancing and remote work have many benefits, they’re not without drawbacks. Feelings of loneliness and isolation are a potential downside, particularly if you’ve recently switched careers and are used to working in a team or a busy office environment. You can’t do your best work if you don’t look after your mental health, so […]
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Why Proofreading Is a Great Remote Job for Former Teachers
Published Feb 22, 2023
Last Updated Mar 04, 2024If you’re a retired teacher or would like to swap the classroom for a work-from-home job, freelance proofreading could be the career for you. Why? Because: Read on to learn why proofreading is a great remote job for former teachers and how your teaching experience can help you take on the freelance proofreading lifestyle. 1. […]
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Why Proofreading Is the Best Remote Job for Expats
Published Feb 17, 2023
Last Updated Mar 25, 2025An expatriate, or expat, is a person who has left their home country to live in another one. There are several reasons why someone might choose to do this, such as for work or the opportunity to experience a new culture. If you’ve moved to a new country without a job, or have a job […]
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How to Use the Pomodoro Technique as a Freelancer
Published Jan 29, 2023
Last Updated Jun 26, 2024While it’s always beneficial to be productive at work, it’s especially important as a freelancer, as your income often depends on how many projects you can take on. The Pomodoro technique is a popular time management system designed to increase focus and productivity while completing work-related tasks. Read on to learn more about it and […]
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Digital Declutter: 7 Satisfying Ways to Tidy Your Digital Workspace
Published Jan 18, 2023
Last Updated Nov 28, 2024If 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 […]
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What Is Toxic Positivity? (And How to Avoid It as a Freelancer)
What Is Toxic Positivity? (And How to Avoid It as a Freelancer)
Published Jan 13, 2023
Last Updated Mar 11, 2025While it might seem like an oxymoron at first, toxic positivity is a very real – and potentially harmful – phenomenon. Let’s take a look at what toxic positivity is, how it manifests in the workplace, and what you can do to avoid it as a freelancer. What Is Toxic Positivity? Toxic positivity refers to […]
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9 Signs It’s Time to Find a New Job
9 Signs It’s Time to Find a New Job
Published Dec 23, 2022
Last Updated Nov 21, 2024Are you considering a career change, but aren’t quite sure if it’s the right decision? Here are nine signs that you might be better off with a new career and some tips on how you can go about finding a job that’s right for you. 1. You Dread Workdays Ever get that sinking Sunday feeling? […]
