Interpreter Resources

Starting and succeeding in business takes work, lots of it! But if you take the time to do it right you will be rewarded with a feeling of satisfaction and independence you have never experienced before!

Part 1 – Finding and Keeping Clients

(Winning Clients and Keeping Them for Life)

Starting and building a business means finding clients and keeping them. But what makes clients choose one interpreter over another? And when they find an interpreter what makes them stay with that interpreter? Is it as simple as showing up on time and doing a good job? Absolutely not! If you expect to be successful in business by simply satisfying your client’s needs you won’t be in business for long!

Winning clients and keeping them isn’t magic, you just have to know how to do it!

Topics Include:

Understanding your client
What motivates clients to choose you?
What makes a client loyal to you?
Creating customer loyalty

Part 2 – Business Planning

(Charting Your Course To Success)

One characteristic shared by virtually all successful business people is that they have a clear picture of what they want to achieve, and a plan for how they intend to achieve it.

Topics Include:

To get to where you want to be you have to know where you are starting from.
Shifting your focus from the present to the future
What exactly do you want to accomplish?
What does success look like to you?
Creating your business plan
The hen, the pig, and your breakfast

Part 3 – Accounting, Taxes, Licenses and Legal

(Taking Care Of Business)

There’s more to business than interpreting.

Topics Include:

Choosing a legal structure
Federal, state and local startup requirements
Setting your fees
Contracts and agreements
Bookkeeping, accounting and financial management
Paying your taxes
Working with lawyers and accountants

Part 4 – Running Your Business

(Getting It Done Effectively And Efficiently)

Success in business means making every minute count.

Topics Include:

Shifting your focus from urgency to importance
Managing your time and priorities
Tips and tools for maintaining your focus and improving your efficiency
Self-assessment – are you staying on track?

Instructor:

Michael Metivier

Click here to learn more about Michael's background and qualifications.

Participant Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for this seminar.

What you will need:

A computer with broadband internet access
A webcam, a microphone, and headphones or ear buds*

If you aren't sure how to set up and use your webcam we will be happy to help you.

Webcams with built in microphones are available from under $15. Shop For Webcams

Ear buds are available from under $10. Shop For Ear Buds.

* Important Note - External speakers cannot be used for interactive webinars because they cause "feedback," a form of sound distortion. Headphones or ear buds eliminate the problem. For comfort and the best sound we recommend good quality cushioned ear buds.

Cost:

~~$399~~ per person

Includes one hour of one-on-one consulting ($150 value)

$299 for a limited time!

REGISTRATION:

The program is offered at different times for your convenience - see dates below.

To register, select the dates and times of your choice from the list below and click on the register now link. You will be directed to our secure online registration page, where you will have the choice of paying by major credit card, purchase order, check, or e-check. Your confirmation and receipt will be emailed to you immediately after you submit your registration.

SELECT ONE FROM THE LIST BELOW:

Mondays: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Eastern Time

Dates: June 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13

THIS SEMINAR IS FULL

New dates for this seminar will be added soon. contact us if you would like to be notified when they are added to the calendar.

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Understanding your client

What motivates clients to choose you?

Part 2 – Business Planning

Part 3 – Accounting, Taxes, Licenses and Legal