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CATEGORY / Languages
Find the Needle in a Haystack Translation Hashtags
Find new translation opportunities and connect with industry professionals through Twitter. Discover how to benefit from this platform as a freelancer here.
Read More 2 min read·07/11/2013
CATEGORY / Languages
5 easy ways to supplement your translation income!
As a freelance translator, there may be occasions when translation work is thin on the ground and you are looking for additional ways to boost your income.
Read More 2 min read·05/11/2013
CATEGORY / Languages
Does Poor Spelling Drive You Crazy? Join the Club!
With the increased use of social media sites, text messages and instant messaging, it seems that correct grammar has taken something of a bashing over recent years.
Read More 3 min read·20/10/2013
CATEGORY / Languages
How to Be Your Own Boss - Translators share their best tips
The assumption that working for oneself is easy and based purely on luck is a common misconception. Learn about the challenges of self-employment.
Read More 2 min read·14/10/2013
CATEGORY / Languages
Read Before You Send: 7 QA Habits Every Translator Should Adopt
Avoid embarrassing mistakes by double-checking your work before hitting send! Learn pre-send-button habits and avoid mishaps with our tips.
Read More 2 min read·13/10/2013
CATEGORY / Languages
10 Linguistic Hot Spots You Should Visit
Looking for a language-focused vacation? Look no further! This article provides suggestions for locations that cater to the needs of language lovers.
Read More 2 min read·09/10/2013
CATEGORY / Freelancing
A Translator's Brief Guide to Hobnobbing
Freelancers tend to work well by themselves; however, there are certain things no freelance, however excellent their skills may be, can do alone.
Read More 2 min read·09/10/2013