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Last Login: 4/8/2010 2:12:10 PM
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Hello!I need some help here. I am new to this site, and I would like to know if it is ok to translate for free or for little money at the beginning so people get to know my skills. Any ideas? Thanks! Celia
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Hi Celia,
although I can see your good intentions, I don't think it is a good idea. Once you start working "for little money", it will be very hard to convince your clients otherwise after one year or so.
If I were you, I would start at somewhat reduced rates (say 85% of the rate usual for your language pair) while letting the clients, perhaps well-established translation agencies, know that you are a beginner. I would inform them like this:
Hello, I am a beginner and am willing to work for six months at reduced rates in exchange for regular feedbacks on my work.
I hope this helps a little.
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Last Login: 4/8/2010 2:12:10 PM
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Hello!Thanks so much for your advice. Will work around that idea. I appreciate your response! Celia
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