Happy Day of the Dead! As we surround ourselves with skeletons, ghosts and pumpkins, in this month’s newsletter we’ll look at how other cultures celebrate this time of year and talk about an important piece of the Mexican heritage. In our October blog post, “Day of the Dead: A Day to Remember!“, we talk about one of the world’s most famous celebrations, which takes place in Mexico: The Day of the Dead! To find out more about how different cultures celebrate different festivals, follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn! READ OUR...
Hello! Bonjour! Hola! In this month’s newsletter, we reflect on the importance of multilingualism in the USA and how it perfectly encapsulates what’s so special about the country. When everyone is free to speak the language of their choice, culture spreads easily! In our September blog post, Languages Spoken in the USA: A Melting Pot of Cultures, we look in more detail at the development of the English language in the USA, how many languages are spoken and why the country doesn’t have an official language. All these elements help multilingualism in the USA. If you want to learn more about the different languages spoken around the world, follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and X! READ OUR NEWSLETTER>>...
The Italian summer is here! We hope you are enjoying your free time, staying hydrated and enjoying some sweet, sweet ice cream! This month in our newsletter, we speak about some Italian interesting facts that will make you crave some gelato! In this month’s blog post, Summer in Italy: An Unforgettable Experience, we talk about the beautiful country of Italy. Join us as we discover some of Italy’s most beautiful sights, its richest cuisine and all the things that make for an incredible Italian summer! Feel free to also note down some of our interesting business facts about Italy! At LingoStar, we take every single cultural fact into account to provide the most accurate translation possible. Every detail matters! If you want to learn more about countries around the whole world, feel free to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and X! READ OUR NEWSLETTER>>...
The Arabic-speaking world spans countless countries and cultures. The Arabic language is an ancient language with a rich history dating back centuries. This month’s newsletter aims to pay homage to this enduring cultural and linguistic heritage while acknowledging the special considerations we at LingoStar take into account when translating for such a dynamic language. In our blog post, The History of Arabic and its Relationship with Yemen, we take a closer look at how the Yemeni people have shaped their own culture around the language as one of the areas where Arabic finds its historical roots. READ OUR NEWSLETTER...
India is widely known for its diversity and richness of culture, as well as the different languages spoken. Overall, 700 languages are spoken in India. The majority of people in India speak Hindi, which is the country’s official language. In our blog post, Languages in India: A Landscape of Linguistic Diversity, LingoStar reflects on the different languages currently spoken in India. The opportunities in the Indian market are not to be ignored, and when tapping into such a diverse market, effective communication is key. For this reason, LingoStar translators recognize the importance of embracing linguistic diversity. Working in a diverse market with professionals of equally diverse skill sets helps us deliver exceptional results. Check out our social media channels for more translation-related content or read our newsletter about India’s languages below! READ OUR...
As we look ahead to 2024, we can’t help but think about the pressing environment-related challenges that lie before us. What does this mean for translation? And where do translation agencies fit in? In the face of a global environmental crisis, effective communication is essential, and we embrace our role in facilitating this crucial dialogue. In our blog post, Environmental Translation: How Translation Can Contribute to Sustainable Development we explore how translating environmental documents can drive a significant impact in the fight against climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and more. Environmental translation involves translating policies, regulations, sustainability reports, and educational materials, among other critical documents. It enables effective communication with diverse audiences, fostering global collaboration and promoting sustainable practices. While technology plays a vital role in the translation process, the expertise and precision of professional translators are invaluable for conveying complex concepts accurately and sensitively. Check out our social media channels for more content about translation! READ OUR NEWSLETTER >>...
People often think that translators have very little freedom in their work, but nothing could be further from the truth. A translator always needs a spark of creativity to produce a quality result. At LingoStar, we love to explore our world, so we’ve decided to dedicate this month’s newsletter to the importance of creativity in translation. In our blog post, Lost In Translation, you’ll learn more about the creativity we use in translation when there seems to be no solution to translating a difficult text. We hope this demonstrates that creativity is the key to successful translation. Also, don’t miss our monthly calendar of special calendar events and our social media posts! READ OUR NEWSLETTER...
Summer is the best time of the year to take a break and travel the world. Of course, when we think about traveling, we think about the language we need to know, but there’s more to it than that. Going to another country means experiencing another culture, so we’ve decided to focus this month’s newsletter on translation and localization. But what exactly is localization? How does it differ from translation? Scroll down and you’ll find several articles on the subject. You can also read about the different types of localization in our blog post Translation Localization: Translating for Global Markets. As always, don’t miss our curiosities about countries and national days and events. Keep scrolling to keep learning! READ OUR NEWSLETTER...
Behind every great success is great teamwork. For us, that would be our project managers. Our blog post, Translation Project Management – How To Handle Multilingual Translations, picks the brain of our CEO and Managing Director, Lenka de Graafova, M.A. Lenka shares her point of view on the essential skills needed to be a successful translation project manager and her experience working in the Canadian translation field. If you thought that project management was just those human stress balls rolling around the office chasing deadlines, then you are absolutely correct. Explore the brain of project managers with us this month! Caution: Find a loud corner. Laughter is an absolute requirement! Don’t forget to check out our culture corner and our Instagram page for interesting facts on countries around the world. Where is curiosity taking us this week? READ THIS NEWSLETTER...
Wondering about project management workflow? Well, look no further. It’s been a very busy month here at LingoStar! So naturally, we are inviting you for a sneak peek at the project management workflow process required to keep our engine oiled and running. Take a look at what it takes to manage and tackle our huge workload in our blog post translation agencies and project management. From a step-to-step outline to general rules and guidelines to help you navigate your translation tasks easier. If you are a skeptic of translation companies, let us convince you. Hiring LingoStar’s professionals for your translations is better than freelancers. Our blog will further convince you that our expertise and reach in the language community is the better option for your buck. Project managers: how to know if your expertise can translate into the language field? Our blog will put your mind at ease if you are debating whether your management skillset is transferable to the translation field. Find out if you are eligible for an exciting career change! As a matter of fact, join us for a fun-filled adventure into the project management world! Take a crash course on the fundamentals of project management with Rhona. Let her take you on a tour of the project management world. Learn about her key terms, common techniques, and lifecycles and methodologies in her youtube video. Moreover, find out what works for you and your team in terms of project management styles, navigate your way around software, use tools effectively, and avoid burnout. And as always, don’t miss out on our cultural tour where we take you...
