Lots of translators (beginning and experienced) wonder if it's a good idea to create a portfolio. Something with excerpts of your translations that you can show to potential clients as a marketing tool. My take: a portfolio probably isn't worthwhile in the way that most translators envision it, but … [Read more...] about Do translators need portfolios?
How I passed the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination (FCICE)
This is a guest post by Judy Jenner. Judy is a federally certified Spanish court interpreter and a long-time German and Spanish translator specialized in legal, business, marketing, and e-commerce. She runs her boutique translation and interpreting business, Twin Translations, with her twin sister … [Read more...] about How I passed the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination (FCICE)
Free webinar Wednesday: Three ways to find your first translation clients
This Wednesday (April 12), I'll be giving a free webinar through SDL's professional development series, on Three ways to find your first translation clients. Inspired by my blog post on the same topic, I'll describe how to: work the local market apply to translation agencies that base their … [Read more...] about Free webinar Wednesday: Three ways to find your first translation clients
Thoughts on e-mail subject lines
E-mail subject lines are just a few words, but they generate a lot of angst. Especially if you're a beginning translator looking for clients, you're going to be sending out a lot of cold e-mails. You want those e-mails to be read, but you're selling language services, not no-prescription Viagra. … [Read more...] about Thoughts on e-mail subject lines
Advanced coaching group starts Monday
My advanced coaching group--for experienced translators who want one-on-one advice, plus the support of a group--starts on Monday, and I have a couple of spots left. The group lasts for five weeks, and is designed to help you create a daily routine around marketing and business development. … [Read more...] about Advanced coaching group starts Monday