Perspectives on Medical Translation and Writing – September Roundup
Ana Sofia Correia
English-Portuguese Medical Translator & Writer ?? Clinical Trial Ambassador ?? Medical Translation Mentor ?? Women in Localization Portugal Chapter Marketing Manager ?? VP of Portuguese Medical Writers Association (APMW)
Here's your September roundup of the Perspectives on Medical Translation & Writing newsletter!
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Striking the balance: Navigating justifiable vs. preferential changes
In this edition, I tackle the challenges freelance medical translators and writers face when reviewing content. How do you decide between making essential changes for accuracy, clarity, and consistency versus holding back on edits driven by personal stylistic preferences? Striking this balance is key to delivering high-quality work that meets both professional standards and client expectations.
Discover practical tips for distinguishing between justifiable edits and personal preferences, communicating effectively with clients about necessary changes, and knowing when to compromise without sacrificing quality.
Helping clients understand the hidden costs of cutting corners
In this edition, I explore a common challenge freelancers face: clients who believe their internal teams can handle medical translation and writing tasks, often overlooking the value of specialized expertise. While it may seem cost-effective, cutting corners can lead to costly problems down the road.
The article highlights six key pitfalls clients encounter when trying to manage these tasks internally. Learn how to position yourself as the solution by emphasizing your ability to ensure accuracy, clarity, and timely delivery.
Ethics in action: Elevating the standards in medical translation and writing
This edition addresses the ethical responsibilities freelance medical translators and writers must uphold as they convey critical information that impacts healthcare decisions and public understanding. Beyond linguistic accuracy, ethical principles like clarity, accessibility, transparency, and professionalism are essential when interacting with audiences, clients, and peers.
Explore the importance of collaboration, recognition, and continuous learning within the profession, and understand the profound impact our work can have on healthcare outcomes.
Collaboration over competition: How freelancers benefit from building a supportive community
Following the previous week's discussion on ethics, this edition explores how shifting from competition to collaboration can transform your freelance career. Rather than viewing peers as competitors, embracing collaboration opens doors to new opportunities and strengthens the freelance medical writing and translation community.
In the article, I discuss how collaborating with peers can lead to more work, help build trust, and expand your network while maintaining a reputation as an expert in your niche.
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