Agencies vs. Freelancers? A Market Analysis

May 24, 2018

The last three decades have seen significant change in how translators, interpreters, and agencies work. Less formal, part-time translators and interpreters have given way…

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Divide and Conquer

February 5, 2018

Contract Clauses Assorted, Explained, and Simplified Efficiency in translating contracts begins with understanding the parts of the document that make the whole. In this…

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Why Can’t I Raise My Rates?

May 25, 2017

Freelancers often set their rates based on costs and competition. Then they wonder why they aren’t making ends meet. What they failed to consider…

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Translation Contracts: Beyond the Basics

April 4, 2017

You’ve got the contract, but should you sign it? Whether doing business with agencies or direct clients, you need to know what contract demands…

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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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The Price is Right—Pricing Strategies for Your Translation Services

April 28, 2016

How do you set and get a fair price for your translation services? This must-watch webinar lays out the most effective strategies for calculating…

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The Business of Translation with U.S. CalPro

May 20, 2014

How much do you really know about your business-operating costs? Average hourly rate? Target income? We’re not talking about a budget. No, we’re talking…

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Time Management for Freelancers: How to Get Things Done!

March 20, 2014

Poor time management is a major pitfall for many freelancers. Without a system for scheduling and prioritizing, we can end up earning less, feeling…

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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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Financial Planning for Translators, Interpreters, and Owners

November 15, 2012

It’s never too early or too late to start planning your financial future. Whether you are 25 or 55, setting goals for retirement is…

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Pricing Strategies for Translators and Interpreters

February 29, 2012

Pricing is a controversial and complex subject. It’s one that all linguists need to think about very seriously. In order to make a good…

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