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, […]
Where do translators work?
Whilst pretty much everyone knows what translation is, a lot of people aren’t very clear on exactly what it is translators do, and where they do it. They’ve got a mental image of people typing away in UN offices somewhere, but beyond that, they’re not certain where, how and for whom translators actually work. If […]
9 books about writing for your business
Writing can be hard. Be it about your life, your business or pure fiction, the whole process can be exasperating. A few years ago, when I decided to leave my full-time job and risk setting up my own business, someone (who was trying to talk me out of it) jokingly asked me if I intended […]
4 common misconceptions about translation
It’s quite normal and even understandable that people ask some strange questions once they find out you’re a translator: it’s not such a common profession and many people don’t even know it exists. And that’s ok. I’m sure there are a lot more misconceptions around there, but I will try to debunk just the ones […]