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A forum topic will appear each time a new poll is run. For more information, see: http://proz.com/topic/33629 | | | It's a mixture of all. | Jan 27, 2009 |
To me it's a mixture of all three, making as a whole. Additionally, love of the languages. | | | Other: recognition from readers | Jan 27, 2009 |
When I translate fiction the most important people for me are future readers. Their enjoyment is my primary motivation. I "follow" every book I have translated for years, I check on the Internet and ask the publishers about readers reviews, profesional reviews, sales etc. When you translate a book, it is not just a project, it is always personal . | | | Williamson United Kingdom Local time: 08:11 Flemish to English + ... Not so difficult | Jan 27, 2009 |
The content of a job does not matter, the amount of money it pays or the perks it brings with it. But money first. I don't mind being a garbage collector as long as this would be me at least a Eurocratic salary. 2.Recognition: in second place. | |
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A combination also... | Jan 27, 2009 |
...plus the fact that I don't have to go out every morning for work))
[Modifié le 2009-01-27 18:10 GMT] | | | Jerzy Czopik Germany Local time: 09:11 Member (2003) Polish to German + ... A bit from all | Jan 27, 2009 |
so one answer possibility is definitely missing. | | | Being well-paid and recognition by clients go hand in hand | Jan 27, 2009 |
In my opinion, being well-paid is only a great motivation when working (comfortable) for nice clients, those who recognize your job. Otherwise, I don't feel motivated. No doubt it's also motivating being recognized by colleagues. And also, being able to cooperate with a colleague who needs help, or being able to help when a non-profit organization or someone needs from our services for a good cause at no cost. I thank God for my profession, which I love and really enjoy.
[Editado a las 20... See more In my opinion, being well-paid is only a great motivation when working (comfortable) for nice clients, those who recognize your job. Otherwise, I don't feel motivated. No doubt it's also motivating being recognized by colleagues. And also, being able to cooperate with a colleague who needs help, or being able to help when a non-profit organization or someone needs from our services for a good cause at no cost. I thank God for my profession, which I love and really enjoy.
[Editado a las 2009-01-27 19:41 GMT] ▲ Collapse | | | Sara Senft United States Local time: 04:11 Spanish to English + ... A combination | Jan 27, 2009 |
Like several of you, I am motivated by several factors. Being well-paid is certainly nice, but it isn't my sole motivation. I am more driven by client satisfaction, among other things. | |
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John Cutler Spain Local time: 09:11 Spanish to English + ... Nice question | Jan 27, 2009 |
I agree with others that it’s really a combination of things, but my number one answer would have to be the money. I’ve managed to keep a family of five afloat for the last 10 years (in one of the most expensive cities in Spain) based on translation work. The day I can´t do that will be the day I close shop and find some other way to earn an income. | | | Difficult to decide on only one answer... | Jan 27, 2009 |
Like many of you, I think it's a combination of all the aspects. And I truly believe that most translators' main motivation is not money (or am I being naive here?). Although, of course, I also have to earn my living (and that of my children) without having a husband to provide for us. The love of languages is a main driving factor for this profession in my opinion. And then it makes you proud to be well-paid as a recognition of the client. | | | bookwormkt Local time: 08:11 French to English + ... Other - a combination of factors. | Jan 27, 2009 |
Amongst which is satisfaction that I have enabled someone to understand what has been written or said in another language. I have enables someone to communicate ideas/exchange ideas with someone who does not speak their language. Being paid would be nice....but I have only just started translation/interpreting for money, after years of doing it for family and friends free of charge. | | | Business is business! | Jan 27, 2009 |
My motto is "Make good money and keep clients coming back!" Of course, I would love it if I could work only in my favorite field (i.e., psychology), but money comes first, so I often have to pass some lovely projects to a reliable colleague. Now, IF I WON THE LOTTERY... I would translate for free for psychology students and psychoanalysts... See more My motto is "Make good money and keep clients coming back!" Of course, I would love it if I could work only in my favorite field (i.e., psychology), but money comes first, so I often have to pass some lovely projects to a reliable colleague. Now, IF I WON THE LOTTERY... I would translate for free for psychology students and psychoanalysts!!! Have a nice day, guys. ▲ Collapse | |
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other: loving my job | Jan 27, 2009 |
Apart from being well-paid and getting recognition from clients, which are, of course, very important factors and play a significant role to me, the main motivating factor is the fact that I am deeply 'in love' with my job. It combines everything I ever wanted from my ideal job, so I am happy I have found the right job for me that I am satisfied with to the maximum. | | |
Of course all the answers play a role but what really motivates me is that I love doing this job. I like it when I have a new text and I am the one who can make other people understand it. It's great! Unfortunately it's not always well-paid...but what if I had to get up early every morning and leave home to do a job I don't like? | | | Amy Duncan (X) Brazil Local time: 05:11 Portuguese to English + ... I picked "other" | Jan 27, 2009 |
I love the idea of making something accessible to people who otherwise wouldn't be able to understand it. Also love working with words, ideas, concepts... As a job, the thing I like best about being a freelancer is that I can live anywhere in the world as long as I have my laptop (Mac) and a broadband internet connection. To me, this really spells F R E E D O M. And the money isn't bad, either. | | | Pages in topic: [1 2 3 4 5] > | To report site rules violations or get help, contact a site moderator: You can also contact site staff by submitting a support request » Poll: Professionally, what motivates you? Wordfast Pro | Translation Memory Software for Any Platform
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