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Don’t Fall for It! Scams Targeting Language Professionals
Even the best of us have been tempted by a scam.Technology has given scammers an unprecedented level of sophistication and…
Managing the Stages of Your Small Business
When you start a new business, your focus is all about what to do first. But what happens once you’re…
Building Entrepreneurial Skills for Interpreters and Translators
In this webinar, presenter Rosanna Balistreri will walk you through the steps to take to minimize the risks and maximize…
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…
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