5 Tips for minimising screen time (VLOG)

In this video, I suggest 5 practical ways to reduce the time we spend on screens. Focusing too much of our attention on technology, computers and social media isn’t good for our eyes, negatively impacts our posture, and can ruin our sleep.

In my job as a translator, I spend a lot of time in front of computers. While I can’t (and don’t want to) reduce the time I spend working on translations, I can reduce the time I spend on other screen activities.

These 5 hacks have been absolute game changers for me! Watch the video here:

 

The hallmarks of a good translator

What makes a really good translator? Maybe you’ve always wondered what a translator actually does and has to be good at. Maybe you are looking for a good translator. Or maybe you are a translator and perhaps, as you’re reading this post, find yourself nodding in agreement. 

A good translator …

… is a good writer

… specialises in one or more subject fields, such as medicine, IT or marketing

… undertakes regular CPD training and stays abreast of current developments in his/her subject field(s)

… enjoys working in his/her chosen subject field(s)

… reproduces the content and meaning of the original text skilfully, without additions or omissions

… doesn’t translate word by word, but with a view to creating a text that is fluent and characterised by idiomatic usage

… translates into his/her mother tongue or language of habitual use only

… generally notices language around him/her in everyday life (and any mistakes in it!)

… has excellent knowledge of spelling, grammar and punctuation in his/her languages

… is reliable and meets agreed-upon deadlines

… creates translations in line with clients’ requirements and style guidelines

… is inquisitive and tends to ask relevant terminology- and context-related questions

… uses a writing style in translations that is perfectly understood by the target readers

… demonstrates patience, tenacity and lateral thinking

 

What sets human translators apart from free, automatic translation tools? This blog post captures what to watch out for in a good translator.

 

What sets human translators apart from free, automatic translation tools?
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