ATA is Celebrating International Translation Day – and We Want to Celebrate with You!
We’re calling all members, followers, translators, interpreters, and students to participate in ATA’s interactive social media campaign to celebrate International Translation Day 2021. From…
How to Land Your First Gig as a Freelance Translator
Landing your first gig as a freelance translator is easier when you understand yourself, your skills, and your strengths. Once you do, it’s all about conveying them effectively to potential clients through different avenues like social media, marketplaces, and agencies.
Setting Goals for Your Freelance Business: An Important Job Satisfaction Tool
I have been teaching business classes for freelance translators for about 15 years, so I’ve seen “under the hood” of many freelancers’ businesses. The…
Emotions in More than One Language
This post originally appeared on Psychology Today on August 18, 2011, and it is republished with permission. The language(s) of emotions in bilinguals There…
How to Review a Translation
As translators, the first draft of our translation is only a starting point. We need to verify the quality of our work before we…
The Hallmarks of a Good Translator
This post originally appeared on The minimalist translator blog and it is republished with permission. What makes a really good translator? Maybe you’ve always wondered…
Educating the “Uneducated” Client
This post originally appeared on The ATA Chronicle and it is republished with permission. Because of the nature of our work, we translators are…
ATA’s Back to Business Basics – Personal Branding Basics
ATA launched its new Back to Business Basics webinar series in September 2020. These webinars focus on a small, practical piece of business advice for translators and…
Business and Marketing Tips for Translators: Direct Client Contact Ideas
This post originally appeared on The ATA Chronicle and it is republished with permission. Companies are looking for someone who is more than just…
New ATA e-book for Translation Newbies: Your Go-to Guide for Starting Out
So, you’re interested in starting a career in translation… chances are you have a lot of questions! You might be wondering whether you need…
How to Maintain a Healthy Work/Life Balance
This post originally appeared on Trados blog and it is republished with permission. Work plays a significant role in all our lives. We need…
ATA’s Back to Business Basics: Phone and Email Etiquette for Freelancers
How can you use email and phone communication to make a good impression on your current and potential clients? This is one of the…