Corinne McKay Poradie kníh

This comprehensive guide offers practical advice for launching and managing a successful freelance translation business, catering to both newcomers and seasoned professionals. The updated third edition features nearly 250 pages of insights on crafting effective resumes, marketing strategies, and common pitfalls to avoid. Notably, it includes a new chapter on translation technology by expert Jost Zetzsche and expanded guidance on attracting direct clients, making it an essential resource for aspiring translators.

Corinne McKay's blog Thoughts on Translation is one of the web's liveliest gathering places for freelance translators...now available in book format Wondering whether to charge by the word or by the hour? How to receive payments from clients in foreign countries? How to write a translation-targeted resume? It's all in here, in chunks that take just a few minutes to read. Corinne McKay is also the author of "How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator," the original career how-to guide for freelance translators, with over 5,000 copies in print. Her practical, down-to-earth tips are based on her own experience launching and running a successful freelance translation business after a first career as a high school teacher.

Focusing on the growing translation industry, this guide provides practical advice for starting a home-based freelance translation business. It covers essential tools such as crafting a targeted resume and cover letter, developing a marketing plan, selecting translation specializations, and strategies for attracting and retaining high-paying clients. Suitable for translators across various language combinations, it equips readers with the necessary skills to thrive in this competitive field.