Setting your rates as a freelance translator is an important step for your career. It helps you earn a fair income and shows clients that you are a professional. Here’s a simple guide to help you decide how much to charge, plus tips for negotiating and dealing with client objections.

Andrea Capuselli

Freelancing can be rewarding, but it also comes with challenges—especially when it comes to maintaining a steady income and a consistent workflow. One way to overcome this is through the DEEP strategy. The DEEP strategy is an approach designed to provide freelance translators with long-term stability and growth. This strategy is based on four interconnected principles: Diversification, Expansion, Elevation, and Prosperity.

Angela Luana Zalazar Aguirre

Courtroom interpreting is a high-stakes profession that demands precision, quick thinking, and a deep understanding of both language and legal systems. As more court proceedings move online, interpreters are finding themselves navigating new challenges that come with remote work. While technology has made it easier to attend hearings from anywhere, it has also introduced complexities that can heighten the pressure of an already demanding job.

Angela Luana Zalazar Aguirre

A few days ago, I shared a reflection on LinkedIn (in English) and Instagram (in Spanish) about the increasing resonance of imposter syndrome in professional conversations. I didn’t expect it to trigger so many direct messages from people, both familiar and new, who all shared a common experience: they had dealt with imposter syndrome and felt compelled to share their stories with me.

Lucía Leszinsky

In the language industry, timely payments are not just a matter of convenience, rather they are essential for maintaining a healthy and sustainable profession. Here’s why timely payments are crucial for freelance translators and interpreters, and how ProZ*Pay ensures prompt transactions.

Mike Donlin

As summer approaches, many businesses face the challenge of maintaining productivity while employees take vacations. This can lead to a significant reduction in workforce in the language industry, potentially impacting project timelines, customer satisfaction, and ultimately, your bottom line. However, there's a solution to this perennial problem: freelancers.

Mike Donlin

On April 26, 2024, language professionals from around Cádiz gathered for a special occasion—the ProZ.com powwow celebrating the platform’s 25th anniversary. Held in person, this event provided an excellent opportunity for linguists, translators, and interpreters to connect, share insights, and commemorate a quarter-century of ProZ.com’s impact on the industry.

Helen Shepelenko | Head of Training, Tools and Events at ProZ

Embrace Eco-Responsibility

Earth Day on April 22nd is a global call to action for environmental protection and sustainability. As freelancers, we have a unique opportunity to contribute to this cause right from our home offices. Here are 10 easy-to-implement tips to make your freelance practice more eco-friendly.

Tanya Quintieri | Head of Websites & Brand Creation at ProZ*360

For language freelancers looking to attract new clients and outsourcing work online, building trust is crucial. With many professionals to choose from on freelancing platforms, outsourcers want to feel confident they are hiring someone reliable and skilled.

Here are some key ways to establish trustworthiness right from the start:

Mike Donlin

Today is Good Friday, part of the Easter observance in many locations and a long holiday weekend in others. Holidays and vacations see language companies facing a familiar challenge: maintaining productivity and meeting deadlines with limited resources.

Mike Donlin

On March 7th, 2024, ProZ.com hosted its 73rd TV event, the AI Expo, marking a significant milestone for the translation community. Building on a legacy that began with the first ProZ.com TV event in July 2017, this virtual expo empowered over 1,000 attendees with the latest advancements in AI for translators.

Tanya Quintieri | Head of Websites & Brand Creation at ProZ*360

Language-related credentials reported by ProZ.com members may be verified. These credentials are shown in the professional profile, some pools, and might be used to restrict job postings.

Mike Donlin

The Essence of International Women's Day

Every March 8th, the world pauses to celebrate International Women's Day—a day dedicated to honoring the achievements of women across all spheres of life, advocating for gender equality, and reflecting on the ongoing struggle for women's rights. In the translation and interpreting industry, this day serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role women have played and continue to play in bridging languages and cultures.

Tanya Quintieri | Head of Websites & Brand Creation at ProZ*360

Understanding the Essence

World Peace and Understanding Day, observed on February 23rd, is more than a call for global harmony; it's a reminder of the power of communication in bridging divides. This day challenges us to reflect on how we, as a global community, can contribute to a more peaceful world.

Tanya Quintieri | Head of Websites & Brand Creation at ProZ*360

What is a ProZ.com Powwow?

Powwows are informal gatherings of groups of ProZ.com users living in close proximity. The events are organized by local translators for local translators. 

Angela Luana Zalazar Aguirre