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Advantages and disadvantages of being a translator

by Mokhosi
(Bethlehem)

What are some of the advantages and disadvantages that translators might face while pursuing a career in translation? Also, what kind of salary can a translator expect?

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Advantages and disadvantages of being a translator

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Jan 01, 2011
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by: Anonymous

That is exactly what I want to do. I'm moving to Spain, but am taking a course on Russian and want to continue living/working in Spain afterwards. I just heard the pay for translators/interpreters is crap.
(Not quite sure if I should be commenting here...)
Aug 06, 2008
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by: Clint

There obviously many advantages and disadvantages to being a freelance translator, and it's important to take those into consideration when deciding whether or not it's right for you.

Here's some right off the top of my head:

ADVANTAGES
-You can work from home (or from wherever you want)
-You control your own destiny because you're your own boss
-You can choose what you want to work on when you want to work on it

DISADVANTAGES
-You might have to get used to the "Feast or Famine" lifestyle
-You have to be a one-person show doing everything for your business
-You might feel lonely not interacting with coworkers
-You have to be really disciplined

In terms of salary, you pretty much can earn what you want but it will take time and effort that a lot of people aren't willing to put in.

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