Webinars for translators

Explore our webinars and short courses for translators looking to advance their career.

Webinar 1: Beyond Freelancing, Beyond Agencies: Mastering the Hybrid Model

Release date: 26 June 2023 | Pre-sale: CLOSED | Live or pre-recorded? Pre-recorded | Early-bird price: £50 + VAT (EXPIRED) | Full price: £75 + VAT

Unlock the full potential of your translation career

Are you searching for a new way to elevate your translation career? Look no further! Join us for an enlightening on-demand webinar where we will explore the groundbreaking hybrid translation model pioneered by yours truly, Crisol Translation Services.

Say goodbye to the limitations of freelancing and traditional agencies and embrace a new era of translation success.

We know that working in isolation can be lonely (even occasionally boring), and that it can sometimes hinder your growth potential. However, forming a full-blown agency might be beyond the scope
of what you need to feel successful.

That’s where the hybrid translation model comes in.

Founding a small team can be the perfect solution for those seeking a collaborative environment, increased scalability, and a more fulfilling professional journey.

If you’re dreaming of a translation career that not only provides financial stability but also aligns with your desired lifestyle
, we might have just the answer you’ve been looking for.

Why watch it?

The hybrid translation model offers the best of both worlds – the expertise, flexibility, and personal touch of a freelancer combined with the long-term partnerships, extensive resources, reliability, quality control, and scalability typically associated with agencies. Learn how to leverage this innovative approach to revolutionise your translation career.

Uncover insider strategies and insights:

Throughout the webinar, we will delve into the core aspects of the hybrid translation model, providing you with actionable strategies and insights to implement in your own translation business.

From building a strong foundation and defining your team’s mission to pricing, negotiation, workflow optimisation, and business development, we’ve got you covered.

Expert guidance from Crisol Translation Services

We are proud pioneers and trailblazers in the hybrid translation model. Our team brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the table, and we are excited to share our knowledge with you.

Benefit from our valuable insights gained through years of successfully implementing and refining this innovative approach. We have walked the path you are embarking on and understand the triumphs and challenges that come with it. Let us guide you through the intricacies of this transformative model, providing you with the insider knowledge you need to achieve remarkable results.

Access valuable resources and tools

As part of attending the webinar, you will receive exclusive access to a curated collection of resources and tools designed to support your journey in implementing the hybrid translation model. From sample contracts and documents to customisable templates and spreadsheets, these resources will help streamline your business operations, enhance your professionalism, and save you time and effort.

Maintain control over your work-life balance, achieve financial stability, and choose projects that align with your passions.

Join us for this enlightening webinar and learn from our experiences as we share insights, strategies, and practical tips to help you define your team’s mission, attract the right clients, optimize workflow, and achieve unparalleled success.

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Webinar 1 agenda

1. Introduction to the hybrid translation model: Understanding its advantages and how it differs from traditional freelancing and agency models

2. The limitations of a hybrid model: Why hybrid models aren’t scalable to infinity and beyond. Lifestyle business.

3. What type of clients are well suited to work with a hybrid-model translation company?

4. Crisol’s story

5. Finding the right partners

6. Building a strong foundation: Defining your team’s mission, values, and specialisation areas

7. Initial investment: How much do we need to get started?

8. Marketing and branding: Developing a strong brand identity and marketing strategy to attract clients

9. Pricing and negotiation: Determining competitive rates and strategies for negotiating with clients

10. Division of work: Strategies for assigning tasks and projects among team members

11. Financial organisation: Managing income, expenses, and budgeting

12. Legal considerations: Understanding legal requirements

13. Controlled expansion: Scaling up the team by adding new language pairs and recruiting talented linguists without becoming an agency

14. Handling peaks and troughs: Strategies for managing workload fluctuations and maintaining a balanced team capacity

15. Passive income generation

16. Room for improvement: Where we should be looking to optimise

Webinar 2: Expert in SEO & SEA Localisation and Content Creation (TranslaStars)

Release date: 17 June 2024 | Pre-sale: OPEN | Live or pre-recorded? Live | Discounted price: EUR 90 + VAT | Full price: EUR 500 + VAT

Join María Scheibengraf, David García, and Alfonso González, industry experts and thought leaders in SEO/SEA localisation and copywriting, and learn from their experience in this ever-changing digital marketing realm.

Through a dynamic blend of theory and hands-on practical exercises, you’ll learn how to fine-tune any website visibility, leverage the power of keywords and search intent, and craft/localise compelling content that captivates target local audiences.