Whether you’re a translator or reviewer involved directly with translations, or a company regularly seeking translation services, I bet you’ve wondered—at one point or another—how translation companies manage to deliver their services.
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In some cases, especially with new, unknown clients, it doesn’t hurt to check their payment credibility online. Though this tip isn’t fail-safe, any information you can obtain from it will further help you decide whether it’s worth collaborating with this client.
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It has occurred to most of us and bound to happen to the lucky ones so far: You’re typing like mad on the keyboard, experiencing that trance-like state of translation nirvana where target words seem to magically appear onscreen, when all of a sudden your CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) Tool or computer crashes and burns. You stop typing and stare at the screen for a while. Then, like a crescendo, it quickly sinks in and you go “Oh my God!” (or “OMG!” if you’re way younger than me.)
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The following 10 quick tips are based on my experience as a Translation/Localization Project Manager, and regard the issues I encountered while collaborating with freelance translators. By taking note and following this advice you’ll secure a healthy client relationship, which could help lead to a steady and increasing workflow.
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Translation 101 