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* access to the online session with a Q&A portion,
* unlimited access to video recording and handouts (available within one working week after the session),
* a certificate of attendance available for download from your ProZ.com profile.
Important: Those who purchase a seat in advance may be able to pay an "early bird" or cheaper price, while those who confirm participation later or last minute, may likely have to pay a higher fee. In some training sessions a price increase based on the number of registrants may also apply, i.e. the first 15 registered pay one price, the next 10 pay a a slightly higher price etc.
Early payment is advised in order to secure participation and help reach the course minimum participation - unfortunately, courses may occasionally be cancelled or rescheduled, if the confirmed participation in advance is very low.
Even if you do not attend the online session you will still have unlimited access to the video recording and training materials within one working week after the session.
This course suggests and overview of effective tools and strategies that allow you to successfully maintain you translation business.
Description
In this webinar you will learn how to maintain your successful freelance career using simple and mostly free tools and strategies. If you were asking yourself or your colleagues such questions as:
- Which documents do I need for everyday business communications with my clients?
- How should I manage my clients database?
- Which Internet resources and applications could be useful or even necessary for my business?
Finally, if you are ready to look at the business side of translation with all the seriousness, but also with a dose of humor and fun, this tutorial is for you.
Target audience
Freelancers starting in the translation industry.
Experienced freelancers willing to improve their business skills
Learning objectives
In this workshop you will learn how to:
- Create your own business documentation (quotes, agreements, marketing materials, etc.)
- Gain control over your time
- Communicate effectively with your clients
Prerequisites
Familiarity with office tools and the internet, access to smartphone
Registration and payment information (click to expand)
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Click on the buy button on the right to purchase your seat
Participation fee includes:
• access to webinar session.
• unlimited access to the webinar recording.
• powerpoint slides to remind participants of the key points and lessons learned.
• certificates of attendance.
How do I purchase my spot?
To purchase your seat at this session please click on the "buy" button. Available slots are limited and will be assigned to registered and paid participants as soon as payment is reported. Early payment is advised in order to secure participation. Allow some time for payment processing if you are paying by wire transfer.
After your payment is received, your status will be changed to “registered and paid” and your spot for the session will be secured. An invoice and receipt of payment will be sent to you for your records.
How do I access the online platform?
72 hours before the webinar takes place, you will receive an invitation to join the session. Please, click the registration link or button provided in the invitation email and complete the registration form.
Virtual platform system requirements (click to expand)
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For PC-based Users:
• Required: Windows Vista – Windows 10
• Required: Google Chrome v39 or later; Mozilla Firefox v34 or later; Internet Explorer v8 or later (JavaScript™ and Java™ enabled)
• Required software: GoToWebinar desktop app; JavaScript enabled
• NOT required: Microphone - attendees can communicate with the trainer through incorporated chat.
• Internet Connection Required: 1 Mbps or better (broadband recommended)
• Recommended: 2GB or more of RAM (recommended)
For Mac®-based Users:
• Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion) – 10.11 (El Capitan)
• Required: Microsoft Edge; Apple Safari v6 or later
• Required software: GoToWebinar desktop app; JavaScript enabled
• NOT required: Microphone - attendees can communicate with the trainer through incorporated chat.
• Internet Connection Required: 1 Mbps or better (broadband recommended)
• Recommended: 2GB or more of RAM (recommended)
Join from Android
• Operating system: Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or later
• Internet connection: 3G connection or better (WiFi recommended for VoIP audio)
• Software: Free GoToWebinar App from the Google Play Store
Recommendations
• For the visual section of the training course, we recommend that you have a 64kbps link. This means using an ISDN line or Broadband. Wireless connection is NOT recommended.
• For the audio section of the training course, we recommend that you have a headset or speakers.
• We recommend that you log in 30 minutes in advance of the start time to prepare for the training course.
Courses will be open half an hour before the start time. Please login before the start time to ensure that everything on your system is working correctly.
Bio: Since 2007 I have operated my own language studio, LinguaCom, providing translation and tutoring services to clients internationally. I have 15 years of experience as a translator and private tutor (before I started my own business, I worked with other service providers, translated and edited academic materials from scratch to publication, and taught English in various settings, both private and public). My first experience as a trainer was in 2015, when I was invited to teach a course of advanced proficiency in a translators training program in Lifshitz Academic College, Jerusalem. I was also a speaker on a ProZ Translator's Day Virtual Conference.
I share my experience, tips and thoughts in a translation blog on my website: http://blog.lingua-com.com/. You are welcome to visit and take a part in the discussion by posting your comments and questions.
I hold an MA in Special Education from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and a BA in Psychology as well as a BA in Culture and Language Studies (English, French). I have a certificate in Technical Writing.
Hi, what time are the webinars? I would like to attend but also be sure they are not during my working hours. My time zone CET. Thanks! Fran
Hi Fran,
Thank you for your interest in the training series.
The sessions will start at 11:00am GMT/UTC, it should be 12:00 CET. All sessions will be recorded, thus if you do not attend the live courses you will still have certificates of attendance and unlimited access to the videos and handouts.
Hope this helps.
My bests, Helen
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Hi Helen, thanks for your reply. I just applied for it and paid. I'm so looking forward to the course now. I have another couple of questions and I hope you don't mind making it clear once more for me. In the course description there are 5 appointments but I seem to be registered to only 4 of them. The November meeting is missing. This is what I can see from the list in the 'my Education' section of my profile. Is this a mistake? Where should I write to get it fixed? support? 2. I re... See more
Hi Helen, thanks for your reply. I just applied for it and paid. I'm so looking forward to the course now. I have another couple of questions and I hope you don't mind making it clear once more for me. In the course description there are 5 appointments but I seem to be registered to only 4 of them. The November meeting is missing. This is what I can see from the list in the 'my Education' section of my profile. Is this a mistake? Where should I write to get it fixed? support? 2. I received several emails saying I should secure a place and pay as soon as I can. I guess I should disregard these emails as I purchased the whole package and can watch the webminars any time after release. Is this correct? Thanks in advance, Fran ▲ Collapse
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Hi Helen, thanks for your reply. I just applied for it and paid. I'm so looking forward to the course now. I have another couple of questions and I hope you don't mind making it clear once more for me. In the course description there are 5 appointments but I seem to be registered to only 4 of them. The November meeting is missing. This is what I can see from the list in the 'my Education' section of my profile. Is this a mistake? Where should I write to get it fixed? support? 2. I received several emails saying I should secure a place and pay as soon as I can. I guess I should disregard these emails as I purchased the whole package and can watch the webminars any time after release. Is this correct? Thanks in advance, Fran
Hi Fran,
Thank you for reporting the issue. I have registered you for the fifth session accordingly.
Indeed, you can watch the videos and access training materials any time once they are released. Should you have any further questions please do not hesitate to submit a support request at http://www.proz.com/support/ Hope this helps.
My bests, Helen
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