As Thoughts on Translation wraps up for the holiday week (U.S. Thanksgiving is Thursday), here are some websites and blog posts that you might enjoy looking at: Eve Bodeux is giving away some SmartPlay language-learning products for kids on her blog; see the end of the post for how to … [Read more...] about Some interesting links
What to send clients and colleagues for the holidays
Since we're on the topic, it's also time to think about your end-of-year greetings/thank you plans for your clients and colleagues. Obviously these plans will vary depending on your country, customs, budget and time limits, but here are a few suggestions for spreading some cheer, gratitude and name … [Read more...] about What to send clients and colleagues for the holidays
Thoughts on 2011
If you're a freelancer, it's time to start thinking about your business-related tasks for wrapping up 2010 and starting 2011 on a positive note. A few thoughts: Are you going to raise your rates? If so, think about how to raise them effectively. Are you going to raise your rates for new clients … [Read more...] about Thoughts on 2011
Webinar question: Does age matter?
Yesterday I had the pleasure of presenting a webinar on Getting Started as a Freelance Translator as part of ATA's ongoing series of online educational sessions. I think that it went well, with huge thanks to Lucy Brooks of eCPD Webinars and Mary David and Naomi Sutcliffe de Moraes of ATA. Lots of … [Read more...] about Webinar question: Does age matter?
Upcoming session of "Getting Started as a Freelance Translator"
The next session of my 6-week online course Getting Started as a Freelance Translator starts on Monday and I still have a few spots left. This is a ground-up course for people with little or no translation experience; we cover topics such as writing a translation-targeted resumé and cover letter, … [Read more...] about Upcoming session of "Getting Started as a Freelance Translator"