How much of the money that comes into your business do you reinvest back into it? If you’re running your own show then it can be incredibly tempting to cut corners and take the DIY approach for all kinds of aspects of the behind-the-scenes of your business, from your marketing to your finances. When you’re […]
A few of my favourite things to translate
I adore my job, but I’m not going to sit here and try and pretend to you that every project that falls into my inbox fills me with glee. The actual act of translation is always a joy, which is why I’ve dedicated my professional life to it. But that doesn’t mean that the subject […]
Portuguese around the world
Portuguese is a language with a fascinating history, and an intriguing present. A surprising amount of people don’t realise just how widely spoken Portuguese is, thinking that the language begins and ends at the borders of Portugal and Brazil. They’re often amazed to learn that there are sizeable Portuguese-speaking (Lusophone) populations on every continent (I […]
FAQs: Questions I frequently ask clients
Frequently Asked Questions on a website are a great way of addressing any potential doubts without the need for any time-consuming back and forth. But, in my years working as a freelance translator, I’ve found that just as or maybe even more important than the questions that my clients ask me, are the questions that […]
Hiring a freelancer: finding the right fit
A couple of years ago, I decided I needed a helping hand to boost my brand. So I started the hunt for a professional photographer and a graphic designer. Later on, I felt the need to hire a VA. Being a freelancer myself, I decided I’d look for like-minded solopreneurs. And so there I was, […]