Make it your goal to deliver amazing customer service and your customers will keep coming back for more
6 day(s) ago
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Sarah dee
You can always be better at what you do - never stop learning!
13 day(s) ago
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Mark
If you're not inspired to return to work after the holidays, think about why that is and what you can change about your career in order that you can wake up each day fired up about translating for a living!
22 day(s) ago
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Lou h
Use the Christmas holiday season to take a proper break from work - you'll likely feel refreshed and re-inspired as a result of doing so
35 day(s) ago
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Chris
Always have a contingency fund when you translate freelance - the life (and specifically the income) of a freelancer can turn on a dime!
41 day(s) ago
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Jeremy
Make sure you trust your instincts!
48 day(s) ago
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Felicity barnard
Remember that looking after yourself and your mental and physical health is an important part of freelancing effectively
55 day(s) ago
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Paola
Don't leave things until just before their deadlines if you can help it. It only takes a single unexpected occurrence to create a whole load of stress if you do!
62 day(s) ago
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Chris
Don't leave translations to the last minute or the quality of your work is likely to suffer!
69 day(s) ago
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Pierre
Never stop learning and you will always enjoy your translation career!
76 day(s) ago
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Keisha
Don't let the fact you work freelance lead to unhealthy habits. Keep snacks healthy and fit in time to exercise and you'll perform better at work as well as feeling better!
83 day(s) ago
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Brindy
Some days, you're just not feeling it. If your workload permits, give yourself a break on those days and you'll most likely feel re-inspired the following day and be more productive as a result. It certainly works for me!
97 day(s) ago
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Mindy thompson-jones
Set some of your translation income aside every month. That way you won't need to panic when your tax bill arrives or unexpected expenses crop up.
104 day(s) ago
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Benji p
Always communicate positively and swiftly with your clients - they will appreciate it and choose you over those whose communications are more sporadic!
111 day(s) ago
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Carol-ann
You never know where your next translation job might come from, so nurture your business contacts and make the most of social networking sites like LinkedIn!
118 day(s) ago
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Ishmail
I network online with fellow translators so that I have peers to engage with for moral support
125 day(s) ago
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Mohammed
Beware of translation contracts that sound too good to be true because they probably are!
132 day(s) ago
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Clarissa
Make the most of people's 'back to work' enthusiasm this month in terms of getting projects moving!
139 day(s) ago
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Sarah t
You can never predict when you'll catch a bug. Sometimes when you work freelance you have to work through it, but if your illness is compromising the quality of your work, it might be time to push back your deadlines. Never an easy decision!!
143 day(s) ago
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Claire
Keep your translation skills alive by both studying and using your second language during your leisure time. Doing so will keep you language skills up to date and (I find, at least) keep your love of your second language alive
150 day(s) ago
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Flo
If you're struggling with too much work temporarily, knuckle down and do it, but if you're regularly feeling stressed and overloaded, work out what you can change to either reduce your workload or work more efficiently
167 day(s) ago
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Shona
The summer break can be hard when you juggle kids and work, but remember that you can only do as much as you can do - and that it won't be long until school starts up again!
174 day(s) ago
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Kirstin peters
If a client vexes you, take a deep breath before reacting and try to see the situation from their perspective. There's often a positive solution just waiting to be found!
181 day(s) ago
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Melissa huntingdon
Try not to be too despondent when you have a dip in your freelancing income. It can be tough at times, but the right attitude and some good marketing of your translation service can turn things around!
188 day(s) ago
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Teresa maria freixinho
Remember to update your key information on clients' online portals. It is particularly important for emails and CVs. A failure to do so may result in exclusion, especially when it comes to new emails. It is always time to improve and learn from our silly mistakes.
192 day(s) ago
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Tomedes
A very good point, thank you Teresa!.
Cressida
Be sure to squirrel away some savings when you work freelance, as you never know when a client will disappear, even when you've done everything right for them
195 day(s) ago
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Jaime t
Remember that you can always improve your language skills. I read everything I can get my hands on in the languages that I speak. It's good to mix up the content you read too, from glossy magazines to classic fiction!
199 day(s) ago
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Tomedes
Reward yourself as you complete tasks - the harder the task, the bigger the reward!
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
For long, tedious tasks, track your progress in order to feel a sense of achievement as you undertake them
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Tackle tedious tasks first thing in order to get them out of the way and stop yourself procrastinating
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Use 'to do' lists to enjoy a sense of achievement throughout the day
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Shut down social media sites for the duration of the working day and enjoy being more productive as a result
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Time hour-long bursts of work in order to laser-focus your productivity
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Everyone needs professional support from time to time. Whether you need an accountant, a mentor or a counsellor, the sooner you ask, the sooner you can focus on your translation work again
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Identify the aspects of translation that you love the most and develop your freelance translation offering to include more of them
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Maximise your downtime by switching off your phone and ignoring emails - you'll be better rested as a result
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Prioritise your downtime - without the right work/life balance, the quality of your translations will suffer
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Mix with fellow freelancers to receive support and understanding from those who appreciate the pressures of the freelance lifestyle
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Remind your video translation clients that different languages use different numbers of words - so they need to leave plenty of room for subtitles
2020 year(s) ago
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Ceriann
I believe that it's important to trust your instincts when it comes to new translation clients. You're never obliged to accept a job if something doesn't feel quite right about the client, so listen to that inner voice - it's there for a reason!
209 day(s) ago
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Zola
I've just started using a proper accounting software program to raise my invoices - it's so much less painful than doing them manually!
216 day(s) ago
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Tomedes
Films, songs and books are a great way to keep your language skills fresh and to pick up the latest slang
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Make sure you immerse yourself in your second language regularly, to keep it fresh
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Use your second language every day, even when you're not using it for work
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Find words that you don't know in your first language and learn them at the same time as their translation
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Networking through LinkedIn and Facebook can be a great way to support and be supported by fellow freelancers
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Remember to treat yourself from time to time to keep your motivation levels up when working freelance
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Making changes in your personal life can often help to reinspire you at work as well, when you work freelance
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Goal setting is a great motivator for many people. If you work freelance, set a range of short and long-term goals to keep yourself motivated
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Learning a new skill can be a great way to keep yourself motivated when you work freelance - and to boost your income
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If you're feeling demotivated, it's time to work out why - doing so will help you rectify the situation much faster
2020 year(s) ago
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Zuza
Freelance translation work often comes in bursts. Make sure you use the busy times to save up for the lean times!
220 day(s) ago
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John
Don't rely on a sole source of income if you can avoid it - freelancing feels safer when you have money coming in from several directions!
230 day(s) ago
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Karen peters
When it comes to marketing your translation services, pursue the channels that you enjoy first and see what results you can generate. If it goes well, you might not need to engage in marketing activities that don't appeal to you!
237 day(s) ago
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Chris piper
Don't make assumptions - if you're not clear on your remit, check with the client rather than risk getting it wrong!
244 day(s) ago
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Caris
I try and do something every month for my professional development. I find it doesn't just help with my translation skills but also with keeping me motivated and making sure that I enjoy the work that I do as fully as possible.
251 day(s) ago
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Zora
Keep your love for language alive in fun ways. I connect with translators on social media and we exchange the latest slang words in our native languages - some of them are hilarious!
257 day(s) ago
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Carrie
Taking on enough translation work to challenge yourself is good. Taking on so much that you have to rush and the quality of your work suffers is not!
265 day(s) ago
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Frances
Make sure you are 100% clear with clients on what they need from the outset - it will save time and headaches later on, believe me!
272 day(s) ago
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Albert scorer
Prioritise your downtime, even when you're really busy as that's when you're likely to need it most!
279 day(s) ago
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Zack
Try not to compare your working life to others too much - what's important is getting the balance right for you and your family
286 day(s) ago
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Tomedes
Companies look for specialist translators, so don't just say you provide 'financial translation' but include which areas of financial translation you cover
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If your client is new to app translation, help them to understand whether it would be best to globalize or to localize their app
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Visiting a new country can be an uplifting experience, so look for translation conferences in exotic locations!
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Use conferences as a way to re-ingite your passion for translation, as well as to network
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Be sure to review any 'fixes' that a client undertakes to your translation work, to better understand their expectations in terms of language style
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If a client tries to 'fix' a translation that is already flawless, try and understand their motivations and work with them collaboratively
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If a client alters a translation you have provided, be clear that you cannot offer any guarantees in respect of the altered document
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
When a client 'fixes' a translation and actually makes it worse, remain calm and professional at all times
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Keep calm if a client tries to 'fix' a perfectly decent translation - doing so is the client's prerogative
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Lack of communication can be a nightmare when you're working on a complex translation. Consider ditching clients whose lack of communication disrupts your work
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Sometimes, regular clients can ask for translations that your specialisms don't cover. If so, consider referring them to a fellow translator - the client will appreciate your honesty
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If a client regularly messes you around when it comes to bill paying time, it might be better to replace them with a new client
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If you put your rates up (as we all must, from time to time) and a regular client objects, it might be time to find new, higher paying clients
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Turning work away can be hard, but rejecting work that pays less than you're used to might be the right course of action
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Getting rid of a client who drains your energy levels and time can leave you feeling refreshed and reinspired
2020 year(s) ago
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Krishnan
Be very wary of leaving things to the last minute, particularly if you have caring responsibilities that could wipe out the time you have available to work!
293 day(s) ago
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Laura
If you work freelance, always save up for your tax throughout the year, so that the annual bill doesn't come as a nasty surprise!
300 day(s) ago
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Myra
Translation is about keeping your language skills alive and fresh, so use every opportunity you can to absorb the latest lingo!
304 day(s) ago
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Florence
If you're working long hours/late into the night, be sure to check your translation thoroughly the next morning - sometimes standards slip as a result of tiredness!
314 day(s) ago
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Muhammad
If you're really not in the mood to translate, try and come back to the task later when you feel inspired - you'll work more productively as a result. Of course, if you're up against a deadline then that might not be an option!
321 day(s) ago
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Natasha chouvaeva
Don't let your children use your work computer. I learned this the hard way, so please learn from my experience and save yourself some time and money!
328 day(s) ago
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Alexander hilton
Use your language skills to follow your dreams - bilinguals have far more options open to them when it comes to living and working overseas, so why not see the world and put your language skills to good use while you do?
335 day(s) ago
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Candice
Just because a client asks for a discount, doesn't mean you have to give one! Stick to your guns and know what your time is worth. If a client isn't prepared to pay a decent rate, find another one who will!
345 day(s) ago
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Tomedes
Make sure that your clients are aware of every service that you offer - after all, upselling a service such as localization or globalization could mean a higher fee
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Offering skills such as globalization can be a great way to gain more clients
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Are you keeping up with translation trends and offering globalization services as well as localization? It could pay to do so!
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
When registering on freelance translation platforms, pay particular attention to how the payment system works and who pays the fees
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Registering on multiple translation platforms can mean finding more potential jobs, but also more time spent searching for those jobs
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Do you offer social media and chat bot translation services to your clients? Both are likely to be needed more in the future
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Make sure you respond quickly when potential clients approach you on social media in order that you can impress them with your swift customer service
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Use social media sites that relate to all of the languages that you translate in order to maximise potential business opportunities
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Be active and engaged on social media sites in order to get the best out of them
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Share, create and like relevant content in order to boost your online presence on social media
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Ensure you have a reputable online presence that makes the most of social media as a marketing tool
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Ask clients in detail about the purpose and intended audience of their documents in order to help focus the translation correctly
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Be sure to advertise your localization service clearly, so that clients don't move on to another translator who shouts louder about their localization offering
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Clients look for translator reviews online, so be sure you have plenty of positive reviews out there
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Be careful of inadvertent gender stereotyping when translating words that take a gender in one language but not another
2020 year(s) ago
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Larissa
Whichever CAT tools you use, keep the translation memories up to date to keep getting maximum benefit from them!
349 day(s) ago
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Timothy
Networking is about more than just getting new clients. I've made a couple of great contacts who I am comfortable sharing the odd piece of work with - if I'm going on holiday, for example. They can do the same with me and it works for everyone - including our clients.
356 day(s) ago
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Tariq
Sometimes I get so lost in meeting clients' deadlines and the pressures of work that I forget to take advantage of the freelance lifestyle. It's easy to do, so I try and force myself to take at least a couple of hours each week to do something fun that I wouldn't be able to do if I worked 9-5
363 day(s) ago
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Clare
I find that translation conferences and events can be a great way to get a fresh burst of inspiration, as well as a chance to see a new part of the world
1 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Monitor your digital marketing activity to assess your ROI, then tweak your approach based on what works
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Set your digital marketing spend and stick to your budget, while building in the flexibility to reallocate expenditure based on results
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Have a clear digital marketing strategy in place to define your approach and maximise your chances of success
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Consider sending your clients a token gift at the end of each year - something thoughtful is often better than something expensive
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Have plans in place for dealing with clients who interrupt your holidays and you'll find the situation much less stressful
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If you want to relax during your holiday, offer your clients a discount for work booked in once you return, to encourage them to delay booking jobs temporarily
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Announce a 'coming shortly' rate rise during a quiet time to encourage your clients to send in work before the higher price kicks in
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Be prepared for a flurry of work as soon as you announce your holiday dates, as clients rush to get their jobs in before you go
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Give as much notice as possible of your planned time off, to ensure your clients can easily and happily accommodate it
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
There are plenyy of translation tools out there that can help you to translate faster and more efficiently. Have you tried the latest ones?
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
When did you last refresh your knowledge of available translation technology? If it was a while ago, could you be missing out?
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If you work too many hours, but don't want a drop in income, why not increase your rates and work fewer hours?
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Have fun with language immersion, from songs and videos to online games, to keep your passion for languages alive
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Learn a new area of translation expertise to keep your enthusiasm for languages alive, as well as to provide a fuller translation service to your clients
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Adopt a lifelong approach to learning to keep up to date with language evolution
2020 year(s) ago
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Winston p
I used to hate generating invoices for my clients, but finding the right invoicing software made the whole process easier. It's worth trying out a couple of different software systems if you don't like the first one you use, as some are more intuitive than others!
1 year(s) ago
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Clare wells
If you have the 'back to work blues' try to tick all the worst jobs off your list first, then the rest of your day can only get better!
1 year(s) ago
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Flora
Be sure to relax over the Christmas period so that you're refreshed and ready to tackle 2019 when it arrives!
1 year(s) ago
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Frances turner
Remember to build some downtime into your schedule even during your busiest periods. You'll work better as a result.
1 year(s) ago
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Fred
Always be prepared for the unexpected - as a freelancer there's nobody there to help if you over-commit and can't deliver when unexpected delays crop up
1 year(s) ago
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Karolina
I keep my language skills alive in several ways, but one of my favourites is by watching music videos - they're great for keeping in touch with the latest terminology and seeing language evolve
1 year(s) ago
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Sheila tailor
Take time to reassess every now and again. Is your work-life balance right? If not, what are you going to do to redress it?
1 year(s) ago
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Jesus santiago
Have fun with language to keep your passion for it alive. Personally, I do crossswords and word searches to keep my language skills up to date in a way that's enjoyable
1 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If you plan to have a long career in translation, why not add lengthy challenges, like learning to delivery legal translation or a whole other language, to your goals?
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Streamlining your working life and cutting out distractions can free up a significant amount of time, which can then be spent earning more money
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Working 1.5 hours extra per day, five days per week, means you can work the equivalent of a six-day week in just five days
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Working longer hours might dent your social life, but it's a quick and easy way to earn a bit of extra income
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
You are entitled (some would say obliged!) to increase your translation rates to keep up with inflation
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
There are short-term and long-term ways to increase your income, so be sure to use a combination of both!
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Do you offer post-editing machine translation services? What about localization of machine-generated copy? Keep up with current demands to maximise your translation income!
2020 year(s) ago
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Carol
Make sure you have the right tools to do your work well. Don't skimp on the laptop you choose when it's essential to how you make your living!
1 year(s) ago
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Benny
Don't underquote just to get a job - you'll likely regret it later on!
1 year(s) ago
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Karen
Remember that new translation clients can come from anywhere - always keep a business card or two in your wallet, just in case!
1 year(s) ago
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Tanya
Spend a few minutes every day doing something to improve the efficiency of how you work
1 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
It pays to keep up with the latest trends - do you know all you need to in order to undertake video translation, or translation for cannabis companies?
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Use a keyword finding program in each country that you deliver content for, to help your clients localise their website copy
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
The SEO implications of voice search are only just beginning to be widely appreciated. Be quick off the mark to help your clients understand the issue and how you can help
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Build up experience of voice SEO as part of your website translation work now, to stay ahead of the game
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
More and more businesses are likely to need help with post-editing machine translation over the coming years - specialising in this could mean more clients and higher income
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Post-editing machine translation is here to stay. Embrace it in order to boost your translation income!
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
LinkedIn isn't just for catching up with business contacts - you can also use it to target potential clients based on the sector they work in
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
After the long weeks of summer, use September as a time to refocus and refresh
2020 year(s) ago
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Keep up to speed with the latest CAT and translation memory tools in order to translate as fast and well as possible
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Learning a less commonly translated language can be a great way to increase what you charge per word when translating
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Understand clients' motivations, then develop specialist services (such as post-machine translation) in order to meet their needs and earn more
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Keep up with translation trends and specialise in popular areas (such as video translation) in order to boost your income
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Take time out to celebrate your successes on International Translation Day - particularly if you work freelance and don't have colleagues to praise your achievements!
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Helping companies to globalize their content means providing expert localization services as well as translation
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Choosing the right words is an important part of finding a company's 'voice' and helping it to engage with customers
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Engaging with clients doesn't have to be difficult - and email newsletters are a great way to kick-start the process
2020 year(s) ago
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Bart
Never forget that learning is a lifelong process!
1 year(s) ago
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Benji
Use working from home to your advantage by doing things you wouldn't be able to in the office to keep yourself motivated. For me, a homemade smoothie mid-morning is a real treat - and a healthy one, at that :-)
1 year(s) ago
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Use email newsletters to remind clients that you exist from time to time - you never know what might result from them
1 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
An email newsletter is a great way to showcase your skills - after all, just because you translate for a client, doesn't mean they realise you also provide writing or desktop publishing services
1 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Consider using a professional accountancy service to boost your freelance income - an accountant could end up saving you money in the long run
1 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Keep track of your different rates for different clients so that you can increase your rates at fair intervals
1 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Stop wasting money on unnecessary items that don't bring your more business - the more you save, the less you have to earn
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Tomedes
Save for tax as you go by putting away a percentage of your earnings each month - you'll be glad you did at tax bill time
1 year(s) ago
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Phil lloyd
Never plan every minute of your day - it's just asking for trouble when something arises that you haven't factored in!
1 year(s) ago
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Raymond jones
This is probably not the right place to put this but, just an idea. A browser extension or something similar to the Gmail notification icon for chrome where registered translators receive a message when any available translations are posted in their accounts.... Just an idea.
1 year(s) ago
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Pascale
Look at every task you do and work out a way to work smarter, not harder - then see how much time you can save while maintaining the same income. Or how much additional income you can make as a result of getting more done!
1 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Use financial targets to keep your income on track and be sure to reward yourself when you have a good month
1 year(s) ago
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Pablo
See every mistake as an opportunity to learn and don't be too harsh on yourself!
1 year(s) ago
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Zelda
If you speak two languages, it's not only a career in translation that is a possibility. You can also market your services as a copy writer, proofreader and editor in more than one country!
1 year(s) ago
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Horst
If you win a translation job for a big company, be sure to ask if they have a style guide BEFORE you begin translating!
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Henri
Create a serene working environment to perform at your best
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Camilla
You're never too old nor too experienced to learn more!
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Tomedes
Track your income in order to ensure that you're earning at least enough to keep up with the rising cost of living
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Log your income then set your self targets to beat it, as a way to motivate yourself
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Tomedes
Upsell your services whenever appropriate - if a client needs packaging translation to sell goods overseas, can you also helpl with manual translation or financial translation as part of their venture?
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
If you're working with a client that is starting to sell products overseas, help them to understand the different types of translatio that they may need to use
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Tomedes
Be sure to localize your translation for the region your audience reside in, as well as the country
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Prioritise relationship-building for customers who need website translation, as it tends to develop into an ongoing requirement
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
TED talks can be an engaging way to boost your professional development - trying listening to at least one per week to see the difference that doing so can make
2020 year(s) ago
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Tomedes
Use TED talks to inspire and motivate you when you're having a bad day
2020 year(s) ago
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Rajesh
Freelancing can be a lonely business. Network online to build a supportive web of like-minded professionals. Doing so can be really helpful if you need encouragement or have a problem to deal with. It's also a great way to help other freelancers!
1 year(s) ago
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Corrina harmer
See each new translation as an opportunity to learn and improve, no matter how large or small it may be!
1 year(s) ago
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Corina
Remember to factor in time for yourself while freelancing. It's easy to get so focused on chasing after the money that you burn out, so make time to reset and focus on you as well.
1 year(s) ago
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Flora
Sometimes I find that taking a break when trying to translate a tricky paragraph can really help. Coming back at it with fresh eyes can make it suddenly click into place!
1 year(s) ago
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Helga
Even if you are forced into freelancing by circumstance, embrace it and make the most of it to end up with a career that you love :-)
1 year(s) ago
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Phillip
Always be the best you can be and act with integrity - don't compromise your standards for anyone!
1 year(s) ago
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Selena goncalves
If you get distracted by social media, close your Facebook page while working! A notification 'bing' can end up being a very unproductive 15 minutes (or more!) if you let yourself get sucked in!
1 year(s) ago
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Frances
Accept that some clients are more awkward than others. In fact, some can be such a drain on your time that it might be better to walk away and find new clients instead. The feeling of relief when you do so will prove that it was the right decision and doing so is no reflection on your abilities!
1 year(s) ago
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Kerry-anne
Don't fall into a trap of letting others define how and when you work, but remember that freelancing can be what you make of it!
