In this solo-episode I am sharing how to communicate more efficiently with clients and colleagues, sharing 12 tips that are important to improve your communication skills and become more successful in your translation business. It is easy to focus on just being a good translator, but if we can also become a better communicator, we will achieve a higher degree of like-know and trust among our clients and prospects, and ultimately become more successful.

Essential learning points from this episode:

• Adapting your communication style to the client
• The art of listening instead of thinking ahead
• The importance of getting everything in writing
• Anticipating questions and clarifying
• Being available and responding quickly
• Communicating online

Important links and mentions from this episode:

Communication and Negotiation Skills for Translators – Video

By now you should have some concrete strategies to improve your communication with client, to protect yourself and make everything clear when accepting a translation job and know how to have a professional image online. I hope you found some good tidbits for your business. Wishing you all the best in your translation business and see you in the next episode.

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