memoQ: Getting Started

September 26, 2017

There are so many translation environments available today that new translators—or even seasoned translators looking to make a change—will likely wonder where to start.…

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Ouch! That Translation Hurts! Challenges that English-into-Arabic Medical Translators Face Daily

April 9, 2014

Not only is medical content challenging for Arabic translators, but also the difference in clinical settings that might not have a relevant equivalent in…

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More Tools and Toys for ‘Terps

June 9, 2017

There’s an app for everything, right? Take this time to explore apps and technology that interpreters can use to train and hone their craft.…

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Creating and Optimizing a Website for Your Freelance Business

March 21, 2017

Building your own website is not as hard as it looks! When it comes to attracting serious clients online, it’s hard to beat a…

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Entering the Changing Interpreting Market

February 28, 2017

Whether you are just graduating from an interpreting program or have been in the market for a while, this webinar is for you! The…

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Killer Networking Skills for Language Industry Professionals

October 4, 2016

Networking means new business When asked, translators and interpreters often say that referrals from their professional network are one of their most important sources…

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Negotiating Translation Agreements

September 8, 2016

How to Apply Principled Negotiation to Real-Life Settings Negotiation is often portrayed as a winner-take-all game. This is not the way it works in…

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Getting Personal About Pricing

August 23, 2016

A common problem in trying to decide what to charge is overlooking the basics of budgeting. This is a job that can feel overwhelming…

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Copyediting for Translators—Making Serious Writing Sing

May 18, 2016

Translators often face dilemmas when working with writing by intelligent authors with sloppy writing habits. How do you deal with dirty texts in translation?…

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Effective Marketing to Translation Companies

September 3, 2015

How do freelancers find the right translation company? Translation companies are the backbone of many freelancer businesses, but both beginning and experienced translators struggle…

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ATA School Outreach: A Fun and Rewarding Way to Raise Awareness of Our Professions

April 24, 2014

In 2013 translation and interpretation jobs were among the 15 fastest growing professions in the US. The School Outreach Program aims to raise awareness…

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New International Payment Options for Translators and Agencies

February 19, 2014

Do you like to work with international clients and vendors but find that the bank fees are killing you? Then it’s time to take…

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