In this episode, I answer your questions as part of my Ask me Anything series. This episode answers questions on how to grow a business before having a license to translate official documents, whether you need to have everything planned before starting to work as a freelance translator, how to transition into translation from another career, and how long you can be away from a freelance translation business.

Important things mentioned in this episode:

• How to get started as a freelance translator
• Where to get experience
• Where to get your first paying jobs
• How to transition into being a freelance translator
• What to do when taking a year or two off from your freelance translation career

Useful links mentioned in this episode:

• Episode 222: Where to Find Translation Work for Beginning Translators
• Episode 3: Marketing Tips When Getting Started as a Translator – Interview with Corinne McKay
• Episode 47: Steps to Get Started as a Freelance Translator – Interview with Irene Koukia
• How to Become a Successful Freelance Translator

When you’re just starting out, it’s a numbers game – how many agencies you can get in touch with, how many projects you can apply to, and how many contacts you can get in touch with. Eventually, you’ll be at a place where you’re fully booked or even turning down projects because you’re just too overloaded with work. Best of luck!

Thank you to Arta, Marcia, Lisa, and Birgit for the questions covered in this episode. I hope you and the other listeners found my answers and tips useful. If you have any questions or feedback, please do not hesitate to email me or comment below.

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