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Agencies vs. Freelancers? A Market Analysis
The last three decades have seen significant change in how translators, interpreters, and agencies work. Less formal, part-time translators and…
Divide and Conquer
Contract Clauses Assorted, Explained, and Simplified Efficiency in translating contracts begins with understanding the parts of the document that make…
Why Can’t I Raise My Rates?
Freelancers often set their rates based on costs and competition. Then they wonder why they aren’t making ends meet. What…
Translation Contracts: Beyond the Basics
You’ve got the contract, but should you sign it? Whether doing business with agencies or direct clients, you need to…
Negotiating Translation Agreements
How to Apply Principled Negotiation to Real-Life Settings Negotiation is often portrayed as a winner-take-all game. This is not the…
Getting Personal About Pricing
A common problem in trying to decide what to charge is overlooking the basics of budgeting. This is a job…
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