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About Freelance Translation Business
Posted by Maric Vobler in Jobs on 03/13/2010
The translation industry in the United States is moving more and more toward the independent contractor model. In the past, many large companies and even many translation agencies had staffs of in-house translators, but these jobs are now few and far between, and when they do exist would rarely be given to a beginner.
In contrast to other professions where newcomers are expected to pay their dues as in-house employees and then enjoy the “reward” of freelancing, the translation industry usually works in the opposite way. Most translators start out as freelancers and may even remain self-employed for their whole careers, while most well-paid in-house translators are hired with years or even decades of experience.
It’s important to be realistic about whether the life of a freelancer is for you. While you’ll have a great degree of control over where, when and how much you work, you’ll also give up the security of a steady paycheck, benefits, paid time off, and a pension or employer-sponsored 40IK.
Most freelance translators in the U.S. work from a home office, and there is no stigma attached to working from home; translators who rent office space outside the home are definitely the exception rather than the rule. The vast majority of a translator’s work is done on the computer, using either a word processing program or text editor, and possibly a computer-assisted translation program. Translators make extensive use of reference materials such as print and online dictionaries, terminology databases, and discussion with other translators. The almost constant use of a computer makes repetitive strain injury one of the few work-related injuries that translators are at risk for.
There are many positive sides to a translator’s work environment. Compared to other work-from-home jobs, translation can be very interesting and well-paying. Although you probably won’t get lavishly rich working as a freelance translator, translation industry compensation surveys report that the average self-employed freelance translator earns about S52,000 per year. Translators who are highly specialized in technical fields, or work with in-demand language pairs may earn much more than this, and in-house translators for certain branches of the U.S. government or international financial institutions may earn $70,000 a year and up.
At the same time, it is important to be realistic about the time and effort involved in reaching this level of income. Unless you work in a language pair and/or specialization that is extremely in demand, it may take a year or more to develop a regular client base that will allow you to replace the income from a previous full-time job, and you will probably need to send out several hundred resumes during that time. Before starting your freelance translation business, it’s important to determine if you have the financial resources, time and energy to get through the startup period to the point where you are earning a reasonable and steady income.
Starting a translation business is a fairly inexpensive proposition. If you already have a home computer and high speed Internet access, you might make do with business cards, computerized fax service and a modest reference library, for a startup cost of only a few hundred dollars. To a large extent, freelancers can determine when and how much they want to work. While it probably makes good business sense to accept as much work as possible from your regular clients, on a day-to-day basis many translators work on their own schedule rather than from 9 to 5. A translator’s eight hour day might run from 7:30-11:30 AM and 4:30-8:30 PM.
This flexibility makes translation an excellent career option for people who have young children, are semi-retired, or just want to work part-time. Today, most translation work happens remotely, and translators can live almost anywhere. The up and down nature of most freelancers’ work loads also lends itself to using free time to take classes, pursue hobbies, travel or spend time with family.
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How to Get a Job in India
Posted by James Gunaseelan in Jobs on 03/12/2010
Job opportunities in India are there for the taking, but only if you keep your eyes open and know how to grab them. There are many contractual jobs available in the country, which are a good opportunity for companies and potential employees. As companies grow, so does the need for manpower. And as other employees leave or move on, there will always be a chance for professional growth.
If you are a fresh graduate or have never been employed before, you might not know how to begin your hunt. One way to propel yourself into the career world of India is to look for a consultant. A consultant can help you by evaluating your needs and expectations and provide what services you need in order to take advantage of the contract job that you find. To locate the best consultant in India, here are a few tips.
- Browse through directories on the Internet.
You may be able to find a list of possible consultants online. Through the world wide web, you can browse a little about their qualifications and narrow down your list to about three or five you would like to meet.
- Ask friends or family members.
Usually, it is best to settle for what is tried or tested. People you can trust who have availed of the services of a consultant in the past might want to make a favorable recommendation. They can also tell you how to get in touch with these people faster, and give you tips in maintaining a good relationship with him.
If you manage to locate a good consultant, your career will be in their hands. They will look for the best companies and try to accommodate you in the best position you qualify for. As long as you provide them with an accurate picture of your educational background, former experience, and your skills and capabilities, they are in the best position to assess where your professional starting point should be. They can also give you tips on how to obtain any of your desired jobs.
In most companies, the recruitment process is a long and tricky one. If they are hiring for a big number of positions, you may find that it takes them a long time to contact you. It is hard to follow up your application especially if they are processing a great number of other applicants. A good consultant will do that for you.
Also, with the help of a consultant, you can always find a job that agrees with your preferred schedule. While some people don’t mind working on rotating shifts, you may prefer a day or night job. You may even want to work two jobs or make room for other activities besides work. Going for a contractual job is the best option in this scenario. Some contractual jobs are part-time or have flexible timetables. Also, you have a chance of being regularized eventually depending on your performance and the available openings.
Before you sign any contract, make sure you know specifically what you want. You must have a mental list of what you’re looking for in a job, as well as possible deal-breakers such as a long commute, or expected salary.
Whether you are applying for jobs in India or someplace else, this is consistent: if you have a clear picture of where you want to be, the better are your chances of attaining it. Also, you will be able to ask the right questions in the interview. You would want to sign that job contract with the utmost confidence that you are not apt to breach it.
Getting the perfect job from a list of thousands of India jobs available can be tricky. So before you settle for a job that you think is “good enough”, think again. Read articles about jobs in India and give your self a chance to get the job that’s far greater than “good enough.”
Where Can I Get a Job For Seniors?
Posted by Raymond Angus in Jobs on 03/09/2010
More employers are offering a job for seniors than ever before. Would you like to know why that is? Do you want to learn how to get one for yourself?
Don’t tell me that you are not aware that the entire game plan for seniors finding employment has almost completely undergone a rule change?
Have you been napping? Lift your head up, get a whiff of that churning breeze that is blowing employment opportunities into your path.
Dump the idea that the only thing that will alter the economy’s march to mediocrity will be another governmental bail out.
Washington has already taken its best shot, and now the rest is up to you and me.
Do you want to get yourself a job for seniors? Then turn off the TV and its nay sayers of doom and financial pain.
One of the new buzz words in business today is workplace restructuring! The short hand meaning of that phrase is very candid!
The identical jobs that once were passed down from generation to generation have been erased from the equation.
That means, that currently, millions of folks have been laid off from jobs that do not even exist anymore. Poof! What was once the old style workplace is no more.
But lo and behold! What has replaced the old way of holding down a job in perpetuity has been transformed into a brave new world.
The watchwords for the new rules of employee and employer engagement are now innovation and versatility!
Phew! In just a few words we have covered an entire overhaul in life style.
Remember when America was young and the western territories were a virgin, untapped wilderness?
All an industrious person had to do was pitch a tent, put down some stakes, register the deed and move in. Oh, they also had to have a dream!
Today’s economic recession is painful, but temporary!
There are still lots of jobs out there. But what is exciting, and would inspire any past pioneer moving west, are the opportunities opening up in the workplace today.
Seniors at this moment, are a virtual untapped natural resource.
Do you want to stake out your claim to some job for seniors at an employer of your choice?
What do you have to offer, you ask? All right, what type of job have you always wanted to excel at?
Over the years, was there some germ of an idea for work that kicked around in your head? Did you always push it away as daydreaming?
Stop shying away from that dream! The only difference between a dream and reality is effort. It is now time for you to remove your limitations and begin thinking outside the box.
Make a list of your skills and experience! Visualize what you can offer an employer of your choice.
Write your dream job down at the top of your list and then plan what you will say to an employer.
Keep in mind this fact. Many vacant jobs are not even advertised yet. They might not even exist outside an employers daydreaming.
Practice your presentation out loud in front of a mirror. Really work on this. Somewhere, some employer will listen to you and it will click what you can do for him.
Sure, you may get a few nays, but you only need one yes and your dream is then a reality.
Don’t stop, persist at it, and the dream of your job for seniors will become a reality.
Oh, by the way! Bring along the tent and a few wooden stakes.
Raymond Angus is the widely read author of http://www.TheSeniorsLife.com. He writes about how fellow seniors find employment. Do you want to learn where the jobs for seniors are? Go to http://www.TheSeniorsLife.com and click on emplployment.
Christian Home Jobs Using Your Computer
Posted by Tom Borgstrom in Jobs on 03/09/2010
More and more people are out of work these days. Christians and non-Christians, we are all in the same boat. Guess if there is a positive aspect to this it is that a lot of folks are looking at alternative ways to bring some money into the home. Let’s consider Christian home jobs using your computer for a moment. Chances are you have a compute and Internet service in your home. Your paying for the service, why not try to earn some money Online as well? Having researched till I was “blue in the face” I concluded that Internet Marketing is very much a worth while consideration for us Christians.
Christian Home Jobs and Internet Marketing
Internet Marketing gets a bad rap, especially in Christian circles. Many folks confuse it with “get rich quick” scams. The truth of the matter is it is one of many methods merchants use to promote their products or services. It’s just done through the Internet. As a Christian you can choose what ever product or service you see as valuable and ethical. Then promote it as an affiliate for that company. It’s as basic as that.
Is Learning and Doing Internet Marketing Expensive?
The good news is no it’s not. There is a learning curve to the business. I went from being a Handy Man to IM. I could barely “cut and paste” when I started. So yes, anyone can learn in a relatively short time. I must say that it is a lot less expensive to do than going to a 2 year college. Once you gain some knowledge about IM you can apply what you have learned for next to nothing. You don’t have to have fancy websites or programing skills to do Christian home jobs using your computer. The bottom line is you can have your own Online store up and running for less than $2 a day. That includes the education.
Drawbacks To Internet Marketing
As you know there is no such thing as the perfect job. This holds true with Christian home jobs using your computer as well. First thing is you will be doing quite a bit of research. Whatever product you decide on will require you to know it inside and out. That,s why many people promote what they are passionate about. To market Online without spending money requires a lot of writing. The more articles you write about the product the more traffic you get. So you are spending a lot of time on the computer.
Advantages To Internet Marketing
The biggest thing is you run the show. It’s all up to you and God to determine the end game.
You have the freedom to work from anywhere there is Internet service. You can sell or promote anything you see as beneficial. If you have a real knack for this it can snowball into a very nice income, freeing you up to minister for the glory of God.
Might Internet Marketing Be an Answer to Prayer?
I strongly advise you to dig a little deeper in this field and ask God if this may be some thing He may bless with. See if you get a sense of peace and confidence as you study about Internet Marketing. Many of us have discovered that Christian home jobs using your computer can be a very fulfilling calling.
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Conducting a Job Search in Secret
At some point in your professional life you may find that you are not quite where you want to be and you may therefore decide that you need to conduct a job search in order to find a better opportunity for yourself. The problem is that you don’t want anyone to find out about your job search for fear that you may lose the position that you currently hold. Really then you find yourself in the position of finding a new job but doing so in secret.
This may sound like it is impossible to accomplish, but if you go about just the right way it can be done. No you can’t go about looking for a new job in the traditional sense such as posting your resume online for fear that your employer might see it o look through the classifieds on your lunch break, but there a number of strategies that you can implement that should keep your name out of the boss’ office such as:
-Use Personal Contacts: Many professional jobs are found through personal contacts lending credit to the term, ‘It’s all about who you know.’ If you are seeking a new job and want to keep it on the down low then dig deep into your network. You will of course need to be sure that who you are contacting is not going to let your current employer know that you are seeking employment elsewhere and if you aren’t sure if they will or not, then use someone else.
-Work with Recruiters: Working with job recruiters can take a lot of hassle and worry out of your secret job search. Because a recruiter represents certain companies they will have insights on positions that may fit your skills perfectly. Additionally you can supply the recruiter with all of your information instead of posting it online for the world, and perhaps your boss, to see. Recruiters can also do much of the leg work for you as far as finding positions and setting up interviews goes, which is good because if you are seeking a job in secret you can’t be doing this yourself while you are at work. Just be sure that the recruiter you are working with doesn’t represent the company you are trying to leave.
-Post an Ad: Instead of posting your resume with your name smattered all over it, try posting an ad instead. This may not garish as many interviews as some processes, but it does help to get the word out covertly that you are looking for a job and it lets any potential employers know exactly what you are looking for. To start you can place a ‘position wanted’ ad in your local newspaper but you shouldn’t stop there. Find a trade magazine or two within your industry and post the same ad there for increased exposure. Again, be sure that any publications that you post ads in are not in your current place of business.
While finding a job without it being a secret is hard enough, doing it stealth like is even harder. However, with a little finesses and some determination you can conduct a job search in secret and still be successful doing so.
Jason Kay is a professional resume writer and regular contributor to JobGoRound.com, which provides job search tips, interview advice, and resume service reviews.
Best Ways to Make Money From Home
Posted by Lauren Dzuris in Jobs on 03/07/2010
Are you looking to have the opportunity to work from home? If so, you’re not alone. How nice would it be to wake up when you want, work when you want, work in your pajamas, not have to deal with customers on a regular basis and to be your own boss?
So many people would love that lifestyle yet they never pursue it. How come? I’m not sure! Working from home can be done very easily. Not to mention when you work for yourself you really have the opportunity to make some great money! If you’re looking to pursue the dream of working from home, although you’re not sure how you can get started continue reading below.
Below are some jobs you may want to consider if you’re looking to work from your home.
Transcription: First of all, transcription is a nice paying job that allows you to work from home. It requires some schooling but very minimum being around 6 months to a year. It is very easy to get the hang of, can be turned into a career, and can very easily be done from home!
Day care: Do you love children? If so, why not open up your home for a day care? You can have certain children over on certain days of the week and watch them for cash. This is a relatively easy job if you like children and is a great opportunity for you.
Writing: Do you like to write? If so, why not do it for money? Websites like e-how help you earn money from writing. You can write “how to” articles and the more visitors you bring to your page and readers you get the more you can make. Not to mention, the more you write the more you make.
There are also many free lance jobs online. There are unlimited companies looking for people like you to write for them. They have websites they are looking to promote and the more content they have the more people they can bring to their website. The more people they have come, the more they make. Therefore, writing articles is huge online. It is considered free lancing or blogging for money if you want to look farther into it.
Paid surveys: Online there are several paid surveys you can find. What you do is look for a good website online that specializes in finding you surveys (we have one below) and then you sign up to take them. Once you get accepted you can take unlimited surveys for money. The more you do, the more you get paid. It is a very easy job that can be very rewarding. All you need is a computer and some time and you can be making money from home in no time.
Working from home can be a dream come true for anyone. These are just a few of the ideas we have for you. So, take a look at them, consider them and see where they take you!
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Hate Bad Bosses? Learn How to Make Money Online From Home!
Posted by Sean Goudeloc in Jobs on 03/06/2010
If you abhor your bad bosses and you are just holding on to your job for the money, start to learn how to make money online from home so you can break free from this discomfort. There are many ways to make money online where you can work from the convenience of your home away from the fangs your bad bosses.
Here’s a quick guide:
First, you need to ensure that you have the ability to go online. Your pc and your internet connection are the only basic requirements to start your money making activities online that will liberate you from hell that your bad bosses are giving you.
Second, you must know how to abuse and take advantage of the internet. You have to do extensive searches and researches to gather the opportunities that will let you make money online. The search engines do not mind being abused. In fact, they like it more when you use them over and over.
Third, you can find several allies from the internet that are ready to do your offense and defense. There are several tools that will help you make your job easier and more enjoyable. There are also tools you can use to protect yourself from attacks.
Fourth, you can choose your battle. From the countless money making opportunities in the internet, when you know how to make money online from home, you can discard unworthy opportunities and just go with those that will make you profitable.
How to Spot Profitable Money Making Work from Home
Not all battles are worth to be fought. There are those that are best ignored. If you are going to choose your battle, and win over your bad bosses, here’s how to easily spot profitable work from home:
- There are opportunities that will only ask you to invest your skills and time. These are the opportunities that are worth looking into as they will allow you to hone your skills and earn profitably from it.
- There are opportunities online that have been tested and tried and are proven to deliver you the result of making money online. This is the better battleground as you have the greater chances to win.
- There are also opportunities that will not only allow you to fight but will also equip you with all the tools and armaments that you need. You are also afforded the opportunity to level up quickly as far as your income generation is concerned.
- Go with the opportunity that will help you all the way to win your battle. With them, you are shielded from attacks while building and strengthening your force. You will also have the ability to increase your inventory.
You see, when you know how to make money online from home, you can win your battles with your bad bosses and you will have the freedom to change your battleground from mediocre to better and more profitable battleground. Start building your armament now. Lord it over against your bad bosses, and be your own boss.
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How to Make Money Online From Everything and Enjoy Every Minute of It!
Posted by Sean Goudeloc in Jobs on 03/06/2010
It’s about time to thank the internet for providing everything to everyone who needs to make money online. From those who need a full time source of income to those who need additional source of income to people who want to be productive and profitable on the spare time, the internet has the corresponding opportunity for you. You just have to find out how to make money online from everything and enjoy every minute of it.
What is good about making money online is that you have the freedom to do the things that you want how, when, and where you want it. Of course, this does not mean that you should take things lightly and less seriously than you would your offline job. If you want to make money online, you should take your opportunities seriously just as you would your offline job.
There are infinite ways to make money online. But you should also be aware that not everything you find in the internet can really make you money. You should also be able to distinguish real ways to make money from those that will only take advantage of your vulnerability. This means, you have to learn as much as you can how to make money online from everything including how not to make money online from everything.
To make your online money making activities as enjoyable as possible, you have to carefully look for those opportunities where you can exercise your creativity, interests, and passion. Be it online or offline jobs, a job ceases to become hard work when you start to love it. When you are enjoying what you do, you do not mind the hard work that you have to exert to enjoy your desired outcome.
You need to exercise hard work to your money making activities. You will realize that the hard work that you put into your activities will have its rewards when you start to enjoy earning and making money from it. Online, it is possible to earn even when you do nothing for some time when you have invested your hard work on it.
You can also enjoy making money from doing the things you are good at and sharing your expertise with others. The internet offers you complete freedom to pursue your passion or further your expertise and earn from it. The only important things to see this through are to be committed, disciplined, and patient enough to wait for the rewards of your hard work.
You also have to take into consideration the people who will benefit from your money making activities. This means, you have to analyze your target market and see how you can best answer their needs and wants. When you are able to do so, you have a sure fire means to earn your money online. You will also have that sense of fulfillment knowing that you are able to help others with your offers.
Start exploring how to make money online from everything now. With all the opportunities available in the internet, you can definitely find those that will not only make money for you but will allow you to enjoy and become fulfilled.
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How to Make Money Online For Free to Avoid Scams!
Posted by Sean Goudeloc in Jobs on 03/06/2010
Looking for ways to make money online is not difficult. There are countless of opportunities in the internet. What is difficult is to land with a legitimate money making opportunity that does not risk your hard earned money to scammers. It is therefore important to learn how to make money online for free to avoid scams.
You must carefully search the internet to bring you to money making opportunities that are free to join. You will also notice, when doing your careful evaluation and paying attention to the fine prints, that most sites that are legitimate are free. When you join these free sites, you will see that you are not risking your money. The only risk perhaps is the time you spent for joining.
Here are some of the free money making opportunities you may want to further explore online:
- Freelance Writing. You do not have to be a prolific writer to start making money online. You just need to have basic writing skills which you can hone over time through constant writing. You can write for specific companies, or you can write for submission to article directories.
- Affiliate Marketing. Good programs do not require any sign-up fee. Legitimate sites that offer affiliations are free to join. You can choose from among the many products and services what you would like to promote and make money from.
- Consultancy services. If you happen to be an expert in a certain niche, you can make money out of your expertise by offering consultancy services. You just have to increase your online presence to let the internet population know that your online business exists.
The above are three of the more practical ways to start making money online. You have to exercise some caution and further learn about how to make money online for free to avoid scams. Here are some basic things to guard against to protect you from the claws of the scammers.
- Throw away the notion that you can easily and immediately get rich online. This said, stay away from offers that will make you rich in such a short time with practically doing nothing. They will not bring you any good, just scam.
- Be wary of sites that will require you to pay to access their services or the money making opportunity. Legitimate sites are almost 90% free to join. Do not waste your time and your money for such offers.
- Avoid sites that do not give detailed information about their offer. Do not be blinded by flashy visuals or animated graphics that will only lure you into signing-up and accepting their offer in exchange of your money.
- Eliminate from your list sites without contact information or unverified information. These are just nothing but scams. Always check the contact information to make sure of its validity. Legitimate sites will always have their contact details posted.
When you know how to make money online for free, it will be easier for you to decide which money making activities and opportunities you will pursue to earn and make money. You also have a guaranteed protection from scams.
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How to Get Government Jobs
Posted by Roger Thompson in Jobs on 03/05/2010
The government has conducted a few things in previous years, usually not widely publicized, to draw in more job applicants. The retirement system has been planned out so that it is a better match to private employment. Use these information and tips to jump-start your career in the government.
As with most job options, there are advantages and disadvantages to both the private sector and government work. What you need to remember is that there are various sets of demands to be satisfied in these to types of jobs. There are certain tests an individual has to take each time he or she applies to work for the government. A big difference when it comes to government work is that it is not rooted in the concept of profit but rather of a service to its citizens. However, this does not mean there isn’t much to earn with government jobs. While there’s a lot of debate on how much individuals in the government earn, these individuals generally obtain a lot of benefits, notably health care benefits, and job security. Government workers are also able to enjoy federal holidays and benefit from discounts on a wide range of products all over the states. There’s also the reason that one can learn more about how the government works.
Steps To Landing A Government Job
First, think about all the options you have for government work. Grab a handful of opportunities and carefully study each one to find which fits you best. Think about all the government jobs you know you are qualified for as well as those that are currently in demand. Next, learn about the process. You can visit some government sites to find out how government jobs are filled. You may then take advantage of government job search engines. Such sources concentrate on government job listings and therefore make it easier for you to find your preferred government position. Apply directly online by building and sending your resume over the internet. Job sites will enable you to produce an online resume specifically made for applying for Federal work. Follow instructions and enter all required fields to make sure you will be considered for a job.
Some Useful Tips
Government job listings are usually not found in the same locations or sources that jobs in the private sector are listed. You can locate listings for government work on sites that are maintained by the government. Look into your county and state websites for any job opening in your area and keep updated. If you do get an offer and have to go for an interview, remember the interview will be almost like being interviewed in the private sector except for one thing: government managers will generally have stricter guidelines to meet, particularly when it comes to salary and benefits – you will not have much opportunity to negotiate these. Thus, focus on the strengths and positive qualities you possess that best match with the government position you are applying to. Hopefully, these tips have helped you get started on pursuing work in the government.
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