Over at Speaking of Translation, we've posted a new podcast for your listening pleasure: Tips from a project manager turned freelance translator. Eve Bodeux and I recently caught up with freelance French<>English translator Angela Benoit. Angela earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees … [Read more...] about New podcast: insights from a PM turned freelancer
Professional development
Beyond the Basics of Freelancing: starts February 18
If you're an established freelancer who needs a nudge toward your business goals, you might be interested in my online course, Beyond the Basics of Freelancing. The next session starts on February 18 and I have five spots left. It's a four-week, completely online session, and open to translators in … [Read more...] about Beyond the Basics of Freelancing: starts February 18
ATA56: the call for proposals is open!
I'm excited to announce that ATA is now accepting session proposals for our 56th annual conference, to be held in Miami in November, 2015. Yes, you read that correctly: Miami in November...we're expecting a large crowd! ATA depends on volunteer presenters for the bulk of the conference sessions. … [Read more...] about ATA56: the call for proposals is open!
Video: the why and how of finding a translation partner
A new video! I felt more like talking than writing today... Lots of people ask why a freelance translator needs a partner, and how to find the right person. Here's part I, in which I briefly answer those questions; in part II, Eve Bodeux and I will talk about how we work together. … [Read more...] about Video: the why and how of finding a translation partner
How to choose an online course (last post of 2014!)
After tomorrow, the Thoughts on Translation world headquarters will be closed for vacation through January 4, so before we dig into today's topic, here are a few end-of-year recommendations: Start thinking about taxes as soon as you get back from your holiday break. You can close out your books … [Read more...] about How to choose an online course (last post of 2014!)