Freelance Finance: Setting Rates
Here at The Savvy Newcomer we understand that it can be intimidating to talk about money. It’s often a sticky subject, but we feel…
What Professors Don’t Teach You about Translating Professionally
During my undergraduate degree in translation, I felt like I was very prepared for a career in translation. I excelled in my language classes…
Pricing Techniques in the Translation Industry
This post originally appeared on LinkedIn and it is republished with permission. In the translation industry two pricing techniques seem to dominate: cost plus…
Emails Asking for Translation or Interpreting Rates: Here’s How I Respond
I often get requests for my rates from organizations that are trying to build a database of individual translation or interpreting service providers. An…
New Twists on Old Scams: Language Professionals Beware!
Some scammers are finding new target audiences because a lot of people are working from home who have not worked from home before. While the current scams are not new, some scammers are adding new twists.
53 Freelancing Mistakes That Are Costing You Clients, Cash, and Credibility
This post originally appeared on Copyblogger I don’t know about you, but when I started freelancing as a writer, I made a ton of…
Starting at Square One as a Translator or Interpreter: What Does It Take?
From time to time we at The Savvy Newcomer receive questions from our readers that make for great blog post topics. This is one…
Business Strategies
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How to Create an Ideal T&I Client Profile to Market Your Services
This post was originally published on Madalena Sánchez Zampaulo’s blog. It is reposted with permission. It is incredibly important to know your ideal client…
What the Business Practices Education Committee Is Doing for ATA Members
To succeed in today’s competitive economy, you need specialized knowledge and an inside track. As an ATA member, we’ve got you covered with ATA’s Business Practices Education Committee.
Freelance Beginner Tips: The Pitfalls to Avoid
Reblogged from Hongkiat, with permission If you’re still unsure whether or not to pursue freelancing, chances are you’ve contemplated what life is like as…
Can You Answer these Questions about Your Translation Project? (FAQ)
This post was originally published on the dba Plan B blog. It is reposted with permission. When you have a translation project ready to go,…