There is nothing more exciting then starting a new business, especially if it’s your first time. Self-employment can bring you many years of joy and freedom. As much as it is exciting, it can be terrifying as well. One of the main hang-ups for new businesses is getting customers in the door. How do you […]

When you are a freelance translator the sky is the limit for the type of projects, you will get to work on. You will be surprised what kinds of things you will see. You will be contacted, not only by businesses but also individuals seeking out your translation services. Large companies will contact freelance translators […]

Now that you have started up your own freelance business, you want to start showcasing your work to new clients. So, how do you do that? When translating is your career, it’s important to have a strong portfolio in order to be credible to the people who want to do business with you. A portfolio […]

There is a world of difference between the two, but people will still choose one over the other. Some people like the benefits of being a staff translator while others enjoy the freedom associated with being a freelance translator. Differences Between the Two Working Conditions for a Staff Translator As a staff translator, you could […]

You may be at the point with your project to send it to a translator. It’s exciting times when you feel like you are almost completed a project, and the final document is about to be presented to you. So, what happens when your translator suggests adding desktop publishing to your project. You might find […]

You may have been considering learning a new language lately, and there are many benefits to doing so. It’s not just about learning how to speak a different language but also about connecting with another culture. The Many Benefits of Speaking Another Language The Chance to Meet New and Interesting People A great benefit to […]

Have you always dreamed of moving to Paris, to the city of love, lost and found! The food, the champagne, the fashion and did we mention the marvelous French language. That alone is worth moving for. It doesn’t need to be a dream, however; people move to Paris every day quite successfully. Moving to another […]

There was once a time when the world was vast and wide; there were areas that we didn’t even know existed. Those days are long gone. However, it’s almost as if the world is growing smaller by the day. We can thank technology for this advancement. There are many great ways that you can reach […]

Travelling is one of the most amazing experiences you could have in your life. You can get to discover new adventures and see different parts of the world. Travelling is just a means of getting from one place to another, but each experience is what you make of it. There are many exciting places all […]

As a translator, it’s probably happened to you where you have stumbled upon a translated website and found errors in the translation. Maybe the business owner received a bad translation and isn’t aware of it. That begs the question, can a bad translation be an opportunity for you to gain a new customer? Of course, […]