Translators require a variety of skills to effectively complete their work. They must have strong language abilities in both the source and target languages to accurately understand linguistic issues. Translators also need communication skills to establish relationships that help their work and project management skills to utilize available resources like dictionaries and translation tools. When translating, decisions must be made regarding appropriate translation methods and filling cultural gaps between languages.

1. LANE 462 Translation Skills By: GhadeerAlghaniem

3. Project Management * Translators also must be able to use all the resources available to his work * Translators need to research for the right terms in the text whether online or in specialized dictionaries

4. Language and Literacy * the Translator needs to understand the source and the target language accurately to solve the linguistic problems that faces him in the translation process. * the Translator needs the language skills which makes him qualified for editing his own translation and spots his mistakes. Communication * the Translator must communicate with people and establish relations which will contribute in the prosperity of his work.

5. Making Decisions * In the Translation process there are judgments to be made regarding the selection of the appropriate translation method. Information Technology * The translator need software programs to help him in translation such as CAT tools * the usage of translation tools and sharing resources like terminological databases and translation memories.

6. Cultural Understanding * The translator must be aware of the cultural differences between the SL and TL , and try to fill that gap. For example, “transliteration” is used to translate word which do not have equivalence , as in “ عدة” translated to “ Iddat”

7. 5 Ways to Market your Translation Business 1) Tell everyone you know that you are a freelance translator. 2) Contact local businesses and let them know about your services. 3) Volunteer. 4) Get online. 5) Ask former clients for referrals.