I've noticed a trend, or at least a micro-trend, among the students who take my classes for beginning freelancers: more and more of them are interested in working with direct clients right off the bat. Typically, these are students who know that their language skills are solid; for example they … [Read more...] about The direct-to-direct client route: can it work?
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How to retain freelance clients
Conventional business wisdom tells us that it's a lot easier to retain an existing client than to find a new one. Retaining clients (as opposed to finding new ones) allows you to amortize the time you put into finding the client in the first place, the time and effort you put into learning a new … [Read more...] about How to retain freelance clients
Winter/Spring online courses: new format and offerings
I'm excited to announce that, subsequent to the survey that I did about a month ago, I've reshaped my online course offerings and the winter/spring classes are now open for registration. I'll be offering four classes in more of a coaching group format, and instead of one major homework assignment … [Read more...] about Winter/Spring online courses: new format and offerings
Beyond the Basics of Freelancing-last class at 2015 prices
The next session of my online course Beyond the Basics of Freelancing begins on November 11, and it's the last session of 2015. I have some new things planned for 2016, so if you've been waiting to take this course, now is the time! Beyond the Basics is a four-week online course for established … [Read more...] about Beyond the Basics of Freelancing-last class at 2015 prices
A translation partner: why you need one, where to find one
OK...that's not the only reason you need a translation partner, it's just me learning how to use Canva, but worry-free vacations are a good reason to have a translation partner! I get this question a lot, so let's talk about it. Why do you need a translation partner? … [Read more...] about A translation partner: why you need one, where to find one