Artwork

Content provided by Smashing the Plateau. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Smashing the Plateau or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
Player FM - Podcast App
Go offline with the Player FM app!

How to Shift from Self-Employment to Entrepreneurship in the Translation Industry Featuring Jason Willis-Lee

25:10
 
Share
 

Manage episode 433750603 series 2873510
Content provided by Smashing the Plateau. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Smashing the Plateau or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.

Jason Willis-Lee is a popular translator trainer and has given presentations on various business topics aimed at freelance translators and interpreters for ProZ, BP, CIOL, and Training for Translators. He co-founded the Collaborative Networking Translation Project, Medico-legal Translations (www.medicolegaltranslations.com). As a solopreneur, he recently launched a podcast called 'How to Find More Direct Clients,' aimed at early career professional linguists, and he uses his professional expertise to run the 'How to Find More Direct Clients' online course."

In today's episode of Smashing the Plateau, you will learn how to navigate the evolving landscape of the translation industry and leverage your expertise to build a successful business.

Jason and I discuss:

  • What motivated Jason to go solo
  • The transition from generalist to specialist
  • The difference between being self-employed and entrepreneurial
  • How Jason stretches himself through entrepreneurship
  • Navigating the challenges in the translation industry
  • The importance of leveraging AI and technology
  • The role of community in business growth
  • Personal branding and its significance for freelancers

Learn more about Jason at https://entrepreneurialtranslator.com/training-for-translators/.

Thank you to our sponsor:

The Smashing the Plateau Community

Get exclusive access to expertly curated strategy tips by subscribing now – achieving success is just a click away!

  continue reading

200 episodes

Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 433750603 series 2873510
Content provided by Smashing the Plateau. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Smashing the Plateau or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.

Jason Willis-Lee is a popular translator trainer and has given presentations on various business topics aimed at freelance translators and interpreters for ProZ, BP, CIOL, and Training for Translators. He co-founded the Collaborative Networking Translation Project, Medico-legal Translations (www.medicolegaltranslations.com). As a solopreneur, he recently launched a podcast called 'How to Find More Direct Clients,' aimed at early career professional linguists, and he uses his professional expertise to run the 'How to Find More Direct Clients' online course."

In today's episode of Smashing the Plateau, you will learn how to navigate the evolving landscape of the translation industry and leverage your expertise to build a successful business.

Jason and I discuss:

  • What motivated Jason to go solo
  • The transition from generalist to specialist
  • The difference between being self-employed and entrepreneurial
  • How Jason stretches himself through entrepreneurship
  • Navigating the challenges in the translation industry
  • The importance of leveraging AI and technology
  • The role of community in business growth
  • Personal branding and its significance for freelancers

Learn more about Jason at https://entrepreneurialtranslator.com/training-for-translators/.

Thank you to our sponsor:

The Smashing the Plateau Community

Get exclusive access to expertly curated strategy tips by subscribing now – achieving success is just a click away!

  continue reading

200 episodes

All episodes

×
 
Loading …

Welcome to Player FM!

Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.

 

Quick Reference Guide