Pages in topic:   < [1 2]
Rate discount for translation of 214,000 word manual?
Thread poster: DIANNE BEREST
Parrot
Parrot  Identity Verified
Spain
Local time: 17:19
Spanish to English
+ ...
Slog Feb 19, 2018

If you average 500 words an hour, no volume will increase that (okay, a CAT tool might, but that's iffy). You will still have 24 hours a day.

You are burning out life and oxygen. Granted the latter is recyclable, the former is not.

"Words" are a way of quantifying our work. Another way is time. That's a limited resource, and non-recoverable. Wrap your mind around it and ask, can you afford 3 months without taking on another client? Or will you fade in the memory of othe
... See more
If you average 500 words an hour, no volume will increase that (okay, a CAT tool might, but that's iffy). You will still have 24 hours a day.

You are burning out life and oxygen. Granted the latter is recyclable, the former is not.

"Words" are a way of quantifying our work. Another way is time. That's a limited resource, and non-recoverable. Wrap your mind around it and ask, can you afford 3 months without taking on another client? Or will you fade in the memory of other clients? (Among other considerations).
Collapse


 
Laureana Pavon
Laureana Pavon  Identity Verified
Uruguay
Local time: 13:19
Member (2007)
English to Spanish
+ ...

MODERATOR
Manuals Feb 20, 2018

I translate lots of manuals. They tend to have plenty of repetitions (and I mean PLENTY).
If, like me, you are translating for an end client, you can use that to your advantage. Just make sure that you see the full files before you decide on this type of discount.


 
Pages in topic:   < [1 2]


To report site rules violations or get help, contact a site moderator:


You can also contact site staff by submitting a support request »

Rate discount for translation of 214,000 word manual?







Trados Business Manager Lite
Create customer quotes and invoices from within Trados Studio

Trados Business Manager Lite helps to simplify and speed up some of the daily tasks, such as invoicing and reporting, associated with running your freelance translation business.

More info »
Anycount & Translation Office 3000
Translation Office 3000

Translation Office 3000 is an advanced accounting tool for freelance translators and small agencies. TO3000 easily and seamlessly integrates with the business life of professional freelance translators.

More info »