Hello readers! Thoughts on Translation is back from an incredible two weeks in Costa Rica: we visited Corcovado National Park and the Arenal volcano area and it was truly amazing. I highly recommend Corcovado Adventures Tent Camp and the Sirena ranger station for a truly off-the-beaten-track … [Read more...] about 5 things to do before 2012
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ATA conference topic: low payers
Amazingly enough in this economy, my sense from the ATA conference is that most freelancers are very happy with their work volume and income levels. Especially as compared with the gloom and doom of the US economy (maybe even the world economy?), I think we're doing quite well. 2011 has brought me … [Read more...] about ATA conference topic: low payers
Putting 40 cents a word in context
Well, it seems that something about money and income always hits people's urge to discuss! At 65 comments and counting, "How much do freelance translators earn? Is it enough?" is far and away the most-discussed post in three years of Thoughts on Translation and everyone's comments have provided me … [Read more...] about Putting 40 cents a word in context
How much do freelance translators earn? Is it enough?
Beginning freelance translators often want to know (understandably) how much they can expect to earn in our industry. Experienced freelance translators often want to know (understandably) whether they are earning enough for the effort they put into their businesses. So, what do freelance translators … [Read more...] about How much do freelance translators earn? Is it enough?
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