Social media marketing and LinkedIn have already proven that they’re very valuable marketing tools, but now freelance translators in the United States are gaining another tool for growing their business. LinkedIn now has its new ProFinder tool which offers freelance translators even more opportunities.
We understand that it’s not always easy to stay informed and keep up with new technological trends, particularly when technology is forever changing. But we also know that it’s crucial for translators to stay up-to-date and current with whatever’s new in the translation industry. One example is machine translation, and as a translator, you must be aware of the rapid advances in this type of technology; in particular, how this technology will assist you in the way you conduct your business in the future.
It appears that this new tool from LinkedIn, known as ProFinder, is shaping up to be a great opportunity for freelance translators; providing an unprecedented opportunity for freelance translators to grow their business. More.
See: One Hour Translation
Subscribe to the translation news daily digest here. See more translation news.
Comments about this article
Chile
Local time: 04:45
Member (2005)
Spanish to English
When are all online services going to be available worldwide and not in select countries? It is so unfair!!!
Spain
Local time: 08:45
Spanish to English
+ ...
I keep getting spam from LinkedIn, although I thought I had cancelled my subscription/left the building... or whatever they call it. I see it as just a persistently intrusive waste of time, but then again, I'm not interested in generating more business than I have in the moment.
To report site rules violations or get help, contact a site moderator:
You can also contact site staff by submitting a support request »
This discussion can also be accessed via the ProZ.com forum pages.