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5 Reasons to Go Freelance and Ditch the Nine to Five

As many of us return to “normal” (whatever that is) after nearly two years of working remotely, not everyone wants to go back to the life they had before Covid-19.

Are you looking for a career change? Or a completely different lifestyle? Then maybe a career as a freelance proofreader and editor is right for you. Here are five reasons why:

1. You can work from home (or wherever else you want to)!

2. You can work as many or as few hours as you want, whenever you want.

3. You can develop lifelong skills that can benefit you outside of work.

4. You have complete control over who and what you are working for.

5. It can help you save some extra cash

Find even more reasons below to go freelance and leave your nine to five behind!

1. Work from Anywhere

One of the best reasons for going freelance is the fact you won’t be tied to an office from Monday to Friday. 65% of remote workers surveyed would rather continue working from home than return to the office full time once the pandemic has eased, and many have quit their jobs when the remote option was taken away from them.

If the idea of a long commute to and from work strikes fear into your very being every Sunday night, or you just want to travel and earn an income as you go, then a career as a freelance proofreader is what you’re looking for.

2. Have a Flexible Schedule

Freelancers can work whatever hours they want, without any need to stick to a rigid, 9-5 schedule. Whether you’re a morning person or a night owl, you get to work the hours that suit you.

With the right advice, freelancing can set you up with a work-life balance that works perfectly for the person that matters most - yourself.

3. Learn New Skills

Freelancing as a proofreader can bring you a varied career and greatly expand your skill set as you learn to proofread, edit, and format academic, business, and a vast array of other documents.

Other skills you could pick up include accountancy, business management, and interpersonal skills, all which go hand and hand with the life of a freelancer. And most importantly, can be brought with you to whatever industry you might choose to enter next.

4. Be Your Own Boss

Being a freelancer means you’re essentially running your own business. No more annual appraisals or incompetent supervisors telling you what to do! You get to make all the big decisions. Everything, from when to raise your rates to if you should turn down work, is in your control.

Sometimes this might be challenging, but it can also be very rewarding.

5. Save Money

The best reason to become a freelance proofreader is how little it costs in the long run. All you need is a laptop and an internet connection. No more pesky petrol or public transport costs for you! Some workers in the UK saved as much as £300 per month just by working from home during the pandemic. If you become a freelancer, you can keep that money in your pocket, where it belongs.

How to Become a Freelance Proofreader

Is a career as a freelancer something that appeals to you? Then proofreading could be your first step into a world of adventure. Why not try out a free trial of one of our courses today and enjoy the opportunities that working as a freelance proofreader will provide.