When people can’t believe what you’re saying… can you?
Have you ever resolved to tell the truth about something only to end up very frustrated at being told (or…
The basic concept of translation
THE TIMES WHEN I COMMUNICATE WITH THE INTENTION OF GETTING A POINT ACROSS… AT MOST MOMENTS IN MY LIFE, IF…
What issues do translators face?
MORE COMMENTS ON MY APPRECIATION / INTERPRETATION OF THE ISSUES I FACE IN MY TRANSLATION WORK – I RESOLVE TO…
The Translator and Explanation
THE TRANSLATOR AND EXPLANATION For all the times I’ve stated how translation is not just about replacing words with words…
Translation Proofreading
MY COMMENTS ON TRANSLATION PROOFREADING Everyone in the translation industry regards proofreading / editing as a means of ensuring the…
Expression of Original Material
Sometimes when I’m doing a translation project I’m compelled to ask about a given word / expression in the original…
Translator by Profession
So I’m a translator by profession, and, at the risk of sounding boastful, my foreign language skills are better than…
The Perfect Translator
PERFECT TRANSLATIONS / THE PERFECT TRANSLATOR One recommendation for advancing as an entrepreneur is to send prospective clients things that…
Business Breakthroughs
I’ve been reading Chris Cardell’s latest issue of Business Breakthroughs, from which I’ve learned that it’s harder to start something…
Transcending Scenarios
ACCEPTING CORRECTIONS WITH HUMILITY – INCLUDING WHERE MY EDUCATION FAILS TO SERVE ME WELL AND THE CRUCIAL FACTOR OF WHAT…