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Residents in the U.S. celebrated Labor Day on September 2nd. I was lucky to be in the U.S. as well that day, celebrating with family and friends. I had a great time at a barbeque, despite far too much eating, drinking, and being in the sun. At the same time, while celebrating Labor Day – a holiday which honors the contributions of workers – I reflected upon some of the conversations I had either participated in or overhead during the week prior.
Rate negotiation is an expected (if sometimes uncomfortable) part of freelancing, much like bargaining is in many cultures. The sooner you as a translator accept the reality of negotiation - and of negotiation tactics - the sooner you will achieve a rate that is acceptable to you.
To get top dollar for your services, you need to be strategic about where you market yourself. You may be able to offer your usual services to a different audience and double or triple your income – without working more! There are, however, a few things to consider when strategically targeting clients.
The Translation Journal is a work in progress. Highlights for this week include 20 new book recommendations and new Blog section on the website listing the articles for your reference. This next article can be found in the Blog section of the TJ website.