A fun look at what can go wrong when companies don't invest in the translation process. Get it right first time - use a professional translation team.
Originally presented by Richard Brooks at Cranfield University as part of their Key Account Management Club.
Our first San Diego Comic Con appearance! Federal Magistrate Judge Paul Grewal, Jessica Mederson, Esq. (The Legal Geeks), and Joshua Gilliland, Esq. (The Legal Geeks) explore the legal system from a galaxy far, far away. The panel will jump to light speed to explore the many legal lessons on Tatooine, including the intricacies of property ownership of R2-D2 and C-3PO; employee and independent contractor safety issues in Jabba's Palace; and Han's legal justification to shoot first.
50 Ways Star Wars Can Help Junior Doctors Survive Foundation TrainingThom O'Neill
My slides for an induction talk given to the new junior doctors in the north of Scotland on how to survive the first couple of years as a doctor (foundation training) using quotes from across the Star Wars galaxy. See the5thleg.wordpress.com for descriptions.
Lost in Translation: Searching for Pippi LongstockingRobin L. Gibson
Comparison of three different English translations of Pippi Longstocking. How are they similar and different? Is one closer to the source text? What might be some of the reasons for these differences?
Our first San Diego Comic Con appearance! Federal Magistrate Judge Paul Grewal, Jessica Mederson, Esq. (The Legal Geeks), and Joshua Gilliland, Esq. (The Legal Geeks) explore the legal system from a galaxy far, far away. The panel will jump to light speed to explore the many legal lessons on Tatooine, including the intricacies of property ownership of R2-D2 and C-3PO; employee and independent contractor safety issues in Jabba's Palace; and Han's legal justification to shoot first.
50 Ways Star Wars Can Help Junior Doctors Survive Foundation TrainingThom O'Neill
My slides for an induction talk given to the new junior doctors in the north of Scotland on how to survive the first couple of years as a doctor (foundation training) using quotes from across the Star Wars galaxy. See the5thleg.wordpress.com for descriptions.
Lost in Translation: Searching for Pippi LongstockingRobin L. Gibson
Comparison of three different English translations of Pippi Longstocking. How are they similar and different? Is one closer to the source text? What might be some of the reasons for these differences?
The Rough Guide to Brexit.
Presented at the Association of Language Companies' annual conference at the Eden Roc Miami May 2017 by Richard Brooks.
It explores the following; where Brexit came from, who voted for Brexit, what lessons can we learn, the current economic problems and opporties in the UK and what the future might hold.
The talk ends with the results of a survey of 100 C level business people in the UK.
The Business Side by Richard Brooks.
This presentation is an insightful and honest look into the world of business management. I’ll cover the key concepts professional managers look at when running a language service company (or any other services business). My aim is to bridge the gap between language service companies and freelance translators by promoting a better understanding of ‘our side’, which helps everyone to create more value in the content supply chain and to extract more of that value.
A top down analysis of current corporate strategy models/framework, a look into the psychology of selling, the importance of brand value, price's relationship to the bottom line and portfolio management.
Presented to a lively audience of international entrepreneurs in Vilnius, Lithuania at the annual ALTC Conference.
„Auginkime savo verslą. Auginkime savo komandą“
“Growing Our Business. Growing Our Team”
A look 'Inside the Translation Industry 2016' presented to the translation students at University College London.
The talk explores the importance of marketing, the value of your brand, the perception of business, how being different helps and the importance of your own well being.
Master Class/Workshop designed for the EUATC conference in Budapest.
During the workshop we explored SMART goals, Greiner's Curve, 3 Horizons, the 3 Box Solution, Commoditization, how revenue relates to profit, Pricing Strategies and Innovation.
Presented by Paul Thomas and Richard Brooks at the CBI Monday Summit.
The Digital CEO. What are your senior teams not telling you. Scaling up the mid-market.
#MSBMonday
Delivered to an international audience in Ljubljana. The talk explores how businesses develop over time and how to position your own business to create a sustainable strategy.
I look at 3 key areas. 1) the economic situation and development (and possible demise) of capitalism, 2) the current consumer trends we're seeing and 3) how to model the future of business.
For all enquiries please contact Richard.Brooks@K-International.com
Part of the #AETCWorkshop series looking at upselling.
Designed and delivered to an international audience of business owners in Tallinn, Estonia.
For all enquires contact Richard.Brooks@k-international.com
Part of the #AETCWorkshop series looking at strategic planning.
Designed and delivered to an international audience of business owners in Tallinn, Estonia.
For all enquires contact Richard.Brooks@k-international.com
The world economy is developing quicker than its ever developed before. New markets are opening up and with them incredible opportunities for entrepreneurs who are able to be in the right place at the right time communicating in the right language.
Presented at the T10+ Show in London in 2014. An event for British businesses over £10 million in revenue.
The Business Side | Tools, models and techniques to grow your businessRichard Brooks
I cover various tools to help to develop your business to increase market share. The tools covered are Porter's Five Forces, PESTLE Analysis, SWOT Analysis, the Business Model Canvas and the Strategy Canvas. Moves on to discuss the concept of translation as a commodity and looks at added value in your customers operations, the effect pricing has on your bottom line and ultimately how to demonstrate and extract that value.
Originally presented at the TTT conference in Bled (October 2014).
#L10n #T9n
http://www.k-international.com
Agile Project Management is an exciting methodology to manage complex projects. It’s mainly used in software development but can be used in any discipline.
This presentation explores the benefits of using Agile, a case study which purposely isn't software and a consideration of the leadership styles required to make an Agile project a success.
It was originally developed for TC World Bangalore and later adapted for GALA as a webinar.
A brief view into the world of labelling translation for the retail sector. Prepared for the Global Retailing Conference 2013.
More about food packaging translation is here > http://www.k-international.com/translation/food-packaging-translation/
A study into the management research open to CEOs in their first 100 days AND application of several management models with case studies to help. Keynote presentation for memoQfest 2013.
Presented by Richard Brooks at the ALC conference in Las Vegas NV. Explores the realtionship/importance of strategic sales management, marketing and key account management. Moves on to present models around the life-time value of clients to an organisation and how this changes as firms develop.
Sustainable Development and Organizational ChangeRichard Brooks
Presented at the Association of Language Companies (ALC) annual conference in Miami on the 20th May 2010. It provides an introduction to PESTLE analysis, Porter\’s Five Forces, the Resourced Based View of the Firm (RBV and VRIN resources) and a business development model first published by L Greiner.
Come learn how YOU can Animate and Illuminate the World with Generative AI's Explosive Power. Come sit in the driver's seat and learn to harness this great technology.
In this presentation, Danny Leibrandt explains the impact of AI on SEO and what Google has been doing about it. Learn how to take your SEO game to the next level and win over Google with his new strategy anyone can use. Get actionable steps to rank your name, your business, and your clients on Google - the right way.
Key Takeaways:
1. Real content is king
2. Find ways to show EEAT
3. Repurpose across all platforms
A.I. (artificial intelligence) platforms are popping up all the time, and many of them can and should be used to help grow your brand, increase your sales and decrease your marketing costs.In this presentation:We will review some of the best AI platforms that are available for you to use.We will interact with some of the platforms in real-time, so attendees can see how they work.We will also look at some current brands that are using AI to help them create marketing messages, saving them time and money in the process. Lastly, we will discuss the pros and cons of using AI in marketing & branding and have a lively conversation that includes comments from the audience.
Key Takeaways:
Attendees will learn about LLM platforms, like ChatGPT, and how they work, with preset examples and real time interactions with the platform. Attendees will learn about other AI platforms that are creating graphic design elements at the push of a button...pre-set examples and real-time interactions.Attendees will discuss the pros & cons of AI in marketing + branding and share their perspectives with one another. Attendees will learn about the cost savings and the time savings associated with using AI, should they choose to.
The Rough Guide to Brexit.
Presented at the Association of Language Companies' annual conference at the Eden Roc Miami May 2017 by Richard Brooks.
It explores the following; where Brexit came from, who voted for Brexit, what lessons can we learn, the current economic problems and opporties in the UK and what the future might hold.
The talk ends with the results of a survey of 100 C level business people in the UK.
The Business Side by Richard Brooks.
This presentation is an insightful and honest look into the world of business management. I’ll cover the key concepts professional managers look at when running a language service company (or any other services business). My aim is to bridge the gap between language service companies and freelance translators by promoting a better understanding of ‘our side’, which helps everyone to create more value in the content supply chain and to extract more of that value.
A top down analysis of current corporate strategy models/framework, a look into the psychology of selling, the importance of brand value, price's relationship to the bottom line and portfolio management.
Presented to a lively audience of international entrepreneurs in Vilnius, Lithuania at the annual ALTC Conference.
„Auginkime savo verslą. Auginkime savo komandą“
“Growing Our Business. Growing Our Team”
A look 'Inside the Translation Industry 2016' presented to the translation students at University College London.
The talk explores the importance of marketing, the value of your brand, the perception of business, how being different helps and the importance of your own well being.
Master Class/Workshop designed for the EUATC conference in Budapest.
During the workshop we explored SMART goals, Greiner's Curve, 3 Horizons, the 3 Box Solution, Commoditization, how revenue relates to profit, Pricing Strategies and Innovation.
Presented by Paul Thomas and Richard Brooks at the CBI Monday Summit.
The Digital CEO. What are your senior teams not telling you. Scaling up the mid-market.
#MSBMonday
Delivered to an international audience in Ljubljana. The talk explores how businesses develop over time and how to position your own business to create a sustainable strategy.
I look at 3 key areas. 1) the economic situation and development (and possible demise) of capitalism, 2) the current consumer trends we're seeing and 3) how to model the future of business.
For all enquiries please contact Richard.Brooks@K-International.com
Part of the #AETCWorkshop series looking at upselling.
Designed and delivered to an international audience of business owners in Tallinn, Estonia.
For all enquires contact Richard.Brooks@k-international.com
Part of the #AETCWorkshop series looking at strategic planning.
Designed and delivered to an international audience of business owners in Tallinn, Estonia.
For all enquires contact Richard.Brooks@k-international.com
The world economy is developing quicker than its ever developed before. New markets are opening up and with them incredible opportunities for entrepreneurs who are able to be in the right place at the right time communicating in the right language.
Presented at the T10+ Show in London in 2014. An event for British businesses over £10 million in revenue.
The Business Side | Tools, models and techniques to grow your businessRichard Brooks
I cover various tools to help to develop your business to increase market share. The tools covered are Porter's Five Forces, PESTLE Analysis, SWOT Analysis, the Business Model Canvas and the Strategy Canvas. Moves on to discuss the concept of translation as a commodity and looks at added value in your customers operations, the effect pricing has on your bottom line and ultimately how to demonstrate and extract that value.
Originally presented at the TTT conference in Bled (October 2014).
#L10n #T9n
http://www.k-international.com
Agile Project Management is an exciting methodology to manage complex projects. It’s mainly used in software development but can be used in any discipline.
This presentation explores the benefits of using Agile, a case study which purposely isn't software and a consideration of the leadership styles required to make an Agile project a success.
It was originally developed for TC World Bangalore and later adapted for GALA as a webinar.
A brief view into the world of labelling translation for the retail sector. Prepared for the Global Retailing Conference 2013.
More about food packaging translation is here > http://www.k-international.com/translation/food-packaging-translation/
A study into the management research open to CEOs in their first 100 days AND application of several management models with case studies to help. Keynote presentation for memoQfest 2013.
Presented by Richard Brooks at the ALC conference in Las Vegas NV. Explores the realtionship/importance of strategic sales management, marketing and key account management. Moves on to present models around the life-time value of clients to an organisation and how this changes as firms develop.
Sustainable Development and Organizational ChangeRichard Brooks
Presented at the Association of Language Companies (ALC) annual conference in Miami on the 20th May 2010. It provides an introduction to PESTLE analysis, Porter\’s Five Forces, the Resourced Based View of the Firm (RBV and VRIN resources) and a business development model first published by L Greiner.
Come learn how YOU can Animate and Illuminate the World with Generative AI's Explosive Power. Come sit in the driver's seat and learn to harness this great technology.
In this presentation, Danny Leibrandt explains the impact of AI on SEO and what Google has been doing about it. Learn how to take your SEO game to the next level and win over Google with his new strategy anyone can use. Get actionable steps to rank your name, your business, and your clients on Google - the right way.
Key Takeaways:
1. Real content is king
2. Find ways to show EEAT
3. Repurpose across all platforms
A.I. (artificial intelligence) platforms are popping up all the time, and many of them can and should be used to help grow your brand, increase your sales and decrease your marketing costs.In this presentation:We will review some of the best AI platforms that are available for you to use.We will interact with some of the platforms in real-time, so attendees can see how they work.We will also look at some current brands that are using AI to help them create marketing messages, saving them time and money in the process. Lastly, we will discuss the pros and cons of using AI in marketing & branding and have a lively conversation that includes comments from the audience.
Key Takeaways:
Attendees will learn about LLM platforms, like ChatGPT, and how they work, with preset examples and real time interactions with the platform. Attendees will learn about other AI platforms that are creating graphic design elements at the push of a button...pre-set examples and real-time interactions.Attendees will discuss the pros & cons of AI in marketing + branding and share their perspectives with one another. Attendees will learn about the cost savings and the time savings associated with using AI, should they choose to.
Most small businesses struggle to see marketing results. In this session, we will eliminate any confusion about what to do next, solving your marketing problems so your business can thrive. You’ll learn how to create a foundational marketing OS (operating system) based on neuroscience and backed by real-world results. You’ll be taught how to develop deep customer connections, and how to have your CRM dynamically segment and sell at any stage in the customer’s journey. By the end of the session, you’ll remove confusion and chaos and replace it with clarity and confidence for long-term marketing success.
Key Takeaways:
• Uncover the power of a foundational marketing system that dynamically communicates with prospects and customers on autopilot.
• Harness neuroscience and Tribal Alignment to transform your communication strategies, turning potential clients into fans and those fans into loyal customers.
• Discover the art of automated segmentation, pinpointing your most lucrative customers and identifying the optimal moments for successful conversions.
• Streamline your business with a content production plan that eliminates guesswork, wasted time, and money.
Top 3 Ways to Align Sales and Marketing Teams for Rapid GrowthDemandbase
In this session, Demandbase’s Stephanie Quinn, Sr. Director of Integrated and Digital Marketing, Devin Rosenberg, Director of Sales, and Kevin Rooney, Senior Director of Sales Development will share how sales and marketing shapes their day-to-day and what key areas are needed for true alignment.
Digital marketing is the art and science of promoting products or services using digital channels to reach and engage with potential customers. It encompasses a wide range of online tactics and strategies aimed at increasing brand visibility, driving website traffic, generating leads, and ultimately, converting those leads into customers.
https://nidmindia.com/
When most people in the industry talk about online or digital reputation management, what they're really saying is Google search and PPC. And it's usually reactive, left dealing with the aftermath of negative information published somewhere online. That's outdated. It leaves executives, organizations and other high-profile individuals at a high risk of a digital reputation attack that spans channels and tactics. But the tools needed to safeguard against an attack are more cybersecurity-oriented than most marketing and communications professionals can manage. Business leaders Leaders grasp the importance; 83% of executives place reputation in their top five areas of risk, yet only 23% are confident in their ability to address it. To succeed in 2024 and beyond, you need to turn online reputation on its axis and think like an attacker.
Key Takeaways:
- New framework for examining and safeguarding an online reputation
- Tools and techniques to keep you a step ahead
- Practical examples that demonstrate when to act, how to act and how to recover
The digital marketing industry is changing faster than ever and those who don’t adapt with the times are losing market share. Where should marketers be focusing their efforts? What strategies are the experts seeing get the best results? Get up-to-speed with the latest industry insights, trends and predictions for the future in this panel discussion with some leading digital marketing experts.
Videos are more engaging, more memorable, and more popular than any other type of content out there. That’s why it’s estimated that 82% of consumer traffic will come from videos by 2025.
And with videos evolving from landscape to portrait and experts promoting shorter clips, one thing remains constant – our brains LOVE videos.
So is there science behind what makes people absolutely irresistible on camera?
The answer: definitely yes.
In this jam-packed session with Stephanie Garcia, you’ll get your hands on a steal-worthy guide that uncovers the art and science to being irresistible on camera. From body language to words that convert, she’ll show you how to captivate on command so that viewers are excited and ready to take action.
The session includes a brief history of the evolution of search before diving into the roles technology, content, and links play in developing a powerful SEO strategy in a world of Generative AI and social search. Discover how to optimize for TikTok searches, Google's Gemini, and Search Generative Experience while developing a powerful arsenal of tools and templates to help maximize the effectiveness of your SEO initiatives.
Key Takeaways:
Understand how search engines work
Be able to find out where your users search
Know what is required for each discipline of SEO
Feel confident creating an SEO Plan
Confidently measure SEO performance
How to Run Landing Page Tests On and Off Paid Social PlatformsVWO
Join us for an exclusive webinar featuring Mariate, Alexandra and Nima where we will unveil a comprehensive blueprint for crafting a successful paid media strategy focused on landing page testing.With escalating costs in paid advertising, understanding how to maximize each visitor’s experience is crucial for retention and conversion.
This session will dive into the methodologies for executing and analyzing landing page tests within paid social channels, offering a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical insights.
The Pearmill team will guide you through the nuances of setting up and managing landing page experiments on paid social platforms. You will learn about the critical rules to follow, the structure of effective tests, optimal conversion duration and budget allocation.
The session will also cover data analysis techniques and criteria for graduating landing pages.
In the second part of the webinar, Pearmill will explore the use of A/B testing platforms. Discover common pitfalls to avoid in A/B testing and gain insights into analyzing A/B tests results effectively.
Monthly Social Media News Update May 2024Andy Lambert
TL;DR. These are the three themes that stood out to us over the course of last month.
1️⃣ Social media is becoming increasingly significant for brand discovery. Marketers are now understanding the impact of social and budgets are shifting accordingly.
2️⃣ Instagram’s new algorithm and latest guidance will help us maintain organic growth. Instagram continues to evolve, but Reels remains the most crucial tool for growth.
3️⃣ Collaboration will help us unlock growth. Who we work with will define how fast we grow. Meta continues to evolve their Creator Marketplace and now TikTok are beginning to push ‘collabs’ more too.
Core Web Vitals SEO Workshop - improve your performance [pdf]Peter Mead
Core Web Vitals to improve your website performance for better SEO results with CWV.
CWV Topics include:
- Understanding the latest Core Web Vitals including the significance of LCP, INP and CLS + their impact on SEO
- Optimisation techniques from our experts on how to improve your CWV on platforms like WordPress and WP Engine
- The impact of user experience and SEO
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• Partner with a company who will integrate into your culture.
• Invest at least as much time in this as you did to create the
English copy.
• Create a shared language strategy and vision.
• Size may not matter… the big ones use the little ones.
• Workflow tools and systems are no longer a USP.
• Maintain control of your language assets.
• Give it time… you will go through the transition curve.
• Once developed a pool of translators is a fantastic resource
for your company.
• Fully integrate them into the content creation process.
• Use an agile approach to customer/supplier management.
Top tips for picking a language partner