This Spring, we’re shining a spotlight on two of our translators to find out more about the type of people that make this industry tick. They also share their thoughts and insights on the future of the freelance translation business. JULIE CROZIER Julie has been in the business for 13 years, translating English…
Here at PVT, we get a lot of questions about who our freelance translators are, why they got into the industry and how they keep their careers going. So we thought we’d introduce two of ours to share what motivates them, how they structure their days and what they think the future holds for the translation…
New projects are exciting. Each assignment brings with it different challenges and requires a unique approach. That’s why it’s so important to properly assess a document when a client first contacts PVT. Many factors go into an assessment to ensure that the client receives the quality, price and timeline they’re looking for. Here are the…
A self-employed friend of mine, who has never had a traditional job, recently asked how I like working from home. I was in an office environment for more than 10 years so it’s a completely new concept for me. Our conversation about the obvious pros (you don’t have to get dressed in the morning) and cons…
No matter which holiday you celebrate, December can be a very busy month. The pressure caused by added personal and professional commitments is especially intense for many freelancers and entrepreneurs. Between holiday parties, family events and deadlines, time is even tighter than usual. Others feel a financial crunch, as clients reduce their workload to…
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