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Knowing your worth

by Sarah Dillon

Pamela Slim over at Escape from Cubicle Nation has an interesting post about pricing, with tips for freelancers to ensure they are pitching themselves just right. I especially like point number 5. It shows value pricing in action and offers some interesting food for thought.

As you are discussing the project with your client, define success metrics. Ask them “How will you know that our work together was effective?” They should say things like “I will get more clients” or “I will deliver better presentations” or “I will improve my credit score” or “I will capture more names on my mailing list from my website visitors.”…

Translators may feel they don’t have much flexibility to manoeuvre in this area, but do you always know what, exactly, your client is aiming to achieve with your translation?

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Last updated: 13 December, 2007 by Sarah Dillon. Filed Under: Business of translation Tagged With: business, Client relationships

About Sarah Dillon

Sarah Dillon is an Irish cailín in Brisbane, Australia. She arrived Down Under via Germany, France, Spain, Ireland, and the UK, having originally trained as a professional translator. Sarah has been involved in the start-up phases of several international small businesses as a founder, advisor and director, and has worked for companies such as Apple Computers, Audi AG and Bain and Company. She is currently pursuing a PhD in international business. Read more about Sarah here.

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