The Localization Podcast (Localization Academy)

Working as an in-house localization consultant is rather unusual. Hüseyin Mergan created this position for himself at Sony. What is localization consulting about?

You can learn that in this interview with Hüseyin, a man of curiosity. Are you curious about what else we discussed?

▪ What does a localization consultant do
▪ How can you optimize processes
▪ How to do a proper Root Cause Analysis
▪ What can Lean Six Sigma do for localization
▪ What is RPA?
▪ Basics of the Pomodoro technique
▪ Robots optimizing... marriage?!

This is episode 32 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Hüseyin Mergan.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/4r8sFNptwgw

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Hi, frens! Here's another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

The articles covered in this one:

• The Difference Between Translation Vs Transliteration
• Why a Cloud-Based Translation Management System is Better
• 5 Ways to Use Inclusive Language in IT and Software Localization

Sources:

• Tomedes blog - https://www.tomedes.com/translator-hub/translation-vs-transliteration
• Transifex blog - https://www.transifex.com/blog/2022/cloud-based-translation-management-system/
• Localazy blog - https://localazy.com/blog/5-ways-to-use-inclusive-language-in-it-and-software-localization

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

How do you localize the audio in games? Yago Sagrado from Keywords Studios is here to guide you through the process of audio localization from start to finish.

I got to talk about video games again. Yay! Welcome to part 1 of our interview where you'll learn:

• The best way to get into the game industry
• Why it's good to know multiple disciplines
• What exactly is part of audio localization
• How to localize songs
• Why are day one patches so huge
• How casting works in game localization
• What is adaptation
• 4 actors in the booth... drunk?!

This is episode 39 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Yago Sagrado García.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/GsN6gyLXiGc

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

This episode will introduce you to the world of BiDi localization and all its challenges. Gilad Almosnino worked at Microsoft for 20 years and he's here to challenge the status quo.

In this interview, you can learn about Gilad's mission to improve the standards for BiDi users. But we have a lot more for you:

▪ Why you need a robust and inclusive design
▪ The problems of mirroring UI
▪ Going against the rules to make Windows better
▪ Why MS, Google, FB, and Apple gave up BiDi users
▪ What's wrong with Unicode's BiDi algorithm
▪ Why customers don't have the power to change things
▪ Human Design System
▪ How to... bribe people?!

This is episode 36 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Gilad Almosnino.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/K3R6W20s29M

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

What does a localization engineer do and why it's important to have one on your project? I started my localization career as an engineer in Moravia, you'll hear my experience and what it was like. 

More topics - The benefits of multilingual chatbots, A new dubbing community app Produb, The difference between hiring freelance translators and translation agencies, How to localize your translations.

This is episode #8 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources:
Phrase blog - https://phrase.com/blog/posts/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-software-localization-engineer
Dynamic Language - https://www.dynamiclanguage.com/chatbot-and-localization/
M&E Daily - https://www.mesalliance.org/2019/08/15/me-journal-next-gen-recruitment-growing-the-language-localization-talent-pool/
Clear Words Translations - http://clearwordstranslations.com/freelance-translator-or-translation-agency-which-is-better-for-your-business/
The Translation Company - https://thetranslationcompany.com/

Enjoy!

Do you hesitate before hitting Apply for localization jobs? Wondering if you're good enough? 😓 Our 6 hiring managers - Beat, Camila, Ilan, Olga, Senem, and Vera - will clarify whether you need to tick every box in the job requirement list or not. In this episode, we delve into the insights and practical tips about job requirements shared by our panel of hiring managers from both buyer and vendor sides of the localization world.

Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YeA9qGlYIJg

Localization News is here to report on: How to select a good localization service provider • Why we should be referring to localization as "multi-market" • COVID is the greatest translation challenge... ever!

This episode gave birth to Multi-Market Avengers. We shall save the world through the power of translation.

Localization news was brought to you by Vera Richards (Akorbi), Ilan Bloch (Baguette), and me (Andrej Zito). Casual and authentic chat about what's going on in our industry.

Sources:

• born to be global - https://borntobeglobal.com/2020/08/13/why-we-need-to-talk-about-multi-market/
• WIRED - https://www.wired.com/story/covid-language-translation-problem/amp

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Ever wondered what it takes to launch a successful translation company? Learn the behind-the-scenes story of Ampere Translations in this interview with its founder - Paola Manca. Welcome to a new episode of our series "How I Started", where we will focus on founders of different localization businesses. In this episode, Paola unravels her journey:

• Growing up in Sardinia and how curiosity led her beyond island borders
• Learning English and nurturing a drive to study
• The transition from being a translator to an entrepreneur
• The risks and challenges faced when starting a company
• Why the name 'Ampere Translations' was chosen
• The importance of having a marketing person from the early stages
• Balancing long-term and short-term business goals

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/tSGbf-9lW7U

Thanks for listening!

In this episode of Localization Podcast, I'll be covering news from the localization industry - week 29:

Rozetta from Japan triples its revenue from MT. Netflix and their approach to subtitling. Translating on mobile using Memsource. Google's massive neural machine translation. Localization on social media - Facebook, Reddit, LinkedIn and Twitter. Polygon's article on translating Metal Gear Solid into English.

Articles are taken from https://slator.com and https://www.polygon.com/

Please let me know on social what I could do better :)

Enjoy!

What is data collection? And how is it used in localization? Find out in this interview with Raffaele Pascale - the NLP Localization Program Manager at Venga Global.

Welcome to part 1 of our interview where you’ll learn about:

• General process for data collection projects
• Why companies need data collection
• How to transition from localization to data collection
• Who are computational linguists
• How to find the right people for data collection projects
• Data collection tools
• How to be inclusive with AI
• Translating without context... on purpose?!

This is episode 43 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Raffaele Pascale.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/HofNVyzw0xU

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

In part 2 of our interview with Senem Konuklu, we discussed how we have the power to create the shift towards ethical buying in the localization industry.

We also got a bit more personal and talked about water-cooler chats, storytelling being trendy, and pushing people outside of their comfort zones.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/zldZX9rH3K0

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

What is stakeholder management all about? Find out in this interview with Senem Konuklu - the Localization Manager at Sony.

Whether you're a localization project manager, account manager, or any other manager, you can learn something from Senem:

• Who are stakeholders
• How to manage expectations
• Prioritizing stakeholders
• The difference between partners and stakeholders
• Meetings vs reports
• Do you have to go to fancy dinners?
• Stakeholder management plan
• How to get the hot girl.... at LocWorld?!

This is episode 41 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Senem Konuklu.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/Vx59wwZDOqE

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

How is a good localization program built? Find out in this interview with Camila Pedraza from Skillshare.

Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about:

• How company culture shapes your localization program
• Tips on finding out if a company has a culture of growth & innovation
• What makes a localization program good… or bad
• How to NOT pitch to Localization Managers
• B2B vs B2C KPIs
• How to catch attention on LinkedIn
• 72 hours learning about… bees?!

This is episode 46 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Camila Pedraza.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/SyRREfDT_GM

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

From Localization Engineer to Program Director in 5 years. That was the rapid career of Vera Richards after leaving Microsoft. Today she's the VP of Localization at Akorbi and she'll share with you how to manage a successful team around the world.

Since we both worked for Moravia, we HAD TO reminisce about the "good old days". You'll get to know a few people from that era. (Yes, I'm getting old) 

But - the meat of our interview was team management. In this episode you will learn:

▪ How to manage teams and gain their trust
▪ What motivates people
▪ Akorbi's rockstar system
▪ Balancing strengths and weaknesses
▪ Why keeping your word matters
▪ Becoming a friend with your team - yes or no
▪ How to deliver negative feedback
▪ Paralyzed by... typos?!

This is episode 28 of my social interaction practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Vera Richards.

If you want to see our beautiful faces, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/aXdMF3yeMxY

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Hi all! This is a low-key solo episode of Localization News because I just felt like recording something. 

The articles covered in this one:

• Machine vs. Human translation: when to use which for legal translation
• Is 'free' machine translation worth the risk?
• Canadian french vs. French: 7 important differences you need to know

Sources:

• Welocalize blog - https://www.welocalize.com/machine-vs-human-translation-when-to-use-which-for-legal-translation/
• Cyracom blog - https://blog.cyracom.com/ciiblog/challenges-with-machine-translation
• United Language Group - https://www.unitedlanguagegroup.com/blog/canadian-french-vs-french

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

In this episode, we discussed this localization news: Why you should want your localization team to change your copy; UX/UI design across cultures - USA & Japan.

The localization news is back! This time I was joined by Vera Richards (Akorbi) and Ilan Bloch (Baguette Translations) to discuss what's happening in our industry. Casual and authentic chat with little to no editing.

Sources:

• Medium - https://medium.com/booking-writes/why-you-should-want-you-localisation-team-to-change-your-copy-246758c00a54
• Grio blog - https://blog.grio.com/2020/06/uxui-design-across-cultures-usa-japan.html

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Explore the art and science of internationalization with Beat Stauber, where cultural nuances meet coding precision. Uncover how this intricate process shapes the global reach of software, blending innovation with the essential human touch. Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about:

• How Beat transitioned from QA to internationalization
• What exactly is internationalization
• The relationship between localization and internationalization
• Why investing in internationalization is crucial
• When to start thinking about internationalization
• Internationalization in the agile model
• Why smaller LSPs need someone technical

This is episode 57 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Beat Stauber from Vistatec / Nike.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/h65zm_gWm4s

This episode covers week 27.

My very first venture into podcasting. Learn why I started creating content on another platform.

The most interesting news: Will CAT tools cease to exist? How will the role of translators change when NMT gets better? What is SDL Language Cloud and why is it only coming now? 

All articles are taken from https://slator.com - Language Industry Intelligence

Her first year in sales she did $456,000. The next year - $4.5 million. What's the secret to increasing your sales 10X? Meet Véronique Özkaya, a seasoned leader driving the sales and marketing for high growth organizations.

This interview is a masterclass on sales and customer relationships. Why is a salesperson like an orchestra conductor? How do you change your organization's mindset to be fully customer-centric? Learn in this video where we also discussed:

What are the opportunities for localization companies during the crisis
The benefits of a focused approach to prospecting
What are the signs of commercial people
Differences between Moravia and Lionbridge
Do you need to have a talent for sales
Tips for hiring your first salesperson as a small company
Walking away from a sale
Why your customers don't care about NMT
Marrying... Harvey Specter?!

This is episode 26 of my social interaction practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Véronique Özkaya.

If you want to see our beautiful faces, head to YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBHumlIagMM&list=PLSpSKUS7GX2Uu0kk_tblS8HvNtxlacJ9Y

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Building client relationships starts with delivering projects on time. But the value we deliver as localization professionals goes far beyond that. Find out how to go further in this interview with Annemarie Rutz from Milengo.

Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about:

• Why PMs should try other roles
• How to build trust in localization business
• Why being a vendor is not enough
• How to prioritize and align your team
• The one thing that junior employees need to learn
• How to build personal relationships over emails
• Asking clients for their... age?!

This is episode 50 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Annemarie Rutz from Milengo.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/jLgwJvL11ys

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

What do translation and porn have in common? What are the signs of a good project manager? What makes the relationship between a freelancer and project manager more personal? Also, #MT. 

This is part 2 of my interview with Vegh Fruzsina Judit, my favorite Hungarian translator :) But hey, there's more:
▪ Saying NO to a client
▪ Fun translating... coins?!
▪ Productivity and tracking all translation jobs
▪ Dealing with downtime seasons
▪ How to look for new clients
▪ Final tips for new freelancers

This is episode #22 of my speaking / social interaction practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice.

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

How important is it to choose the right vendors for your business? What factors come into play when building your vendor management strategy? Find out in this interview with Ahmed Elmiligy from WORDS Language Solutions.

Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about:

• How to build a vendor management strategy
• Balancing quality vs price when choosing vendors
• Key considerations when choosing between freelancers and agencies
• What to look for in vendors
• Monitoring and developing vendor performance
• How to impress your clients as a vendor

This is episode 47 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Ahmed Elmiligy.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/o_0W0ddl3oI

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Innovation. Automation. Technology. How does localization look like when these are not just empty marketing phrases? Patricia Paladini Adell will share with you how it is to have innovation as your main responsibility.

Patricia helps companies reach continuous localization with the Shift Left approach. Why do you need to think like a developer, salesman, and project manager? Find out in this episode where we also discussed:

What is continuous localization using Shift Left approach
Reducing internal localization team from 120 to 9 people
Why traditional LSPs need to reinvent themselves
Innovation in educating internal teams - create heroes and villains!
Teaching developers to write better for machine translation
How to optimize your query management
Planning the day in a... swimming pool?!

This is episode 27 of my social interaction practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Patricia Paladini Adell.

If you want to see our beautiful faces, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/C0MkMvI10Ok

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Marie Kondo is a Japanese organizing consultant and author. How did she conquer the US market while staying true to her Asian roots? Learn about Marie Kondo's localization strategy and how she adapted her character for Netflix. Listen NOW at 32:03.

But that's not all! This episode is PACKED with interesting content about localization and my comments: How machine translation helps big and small businesses around the world. How to evangelize localization in your organization. SDL finally releases Language Cloud. Localization insights from Airbnb. Understanding a typical Chinese netizen

This is episode #12 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources:
Market watch - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/translation-technology-promises-to-break-down-the-language-barriers-of-international-commerce-2019-09-12
Btrax blog - https://blog.btrax.com/konmari-media-why-localization-is-important
EContent Magazine - http://www.econtentmag.com/Articles/Editorial/Commentary/Lifting-Globalizers-With-Elevators-134089.htm#.XYIcWjuYry0.twitter
SDL blog - https://www.sdl.com/blog/sdl-language-cloud-generally-available.html
RWS Moravia - https://www.rws.com/insights/rws-moravia-blog/six-unexpected-localization-insights-from-airbnb
Abacus News - https://www.abacusnews.com/digital-life/who-typical-chinese-netizen/article/3027154

How does Bumble do app localization differently from other companies? Find out in this interview with Alex Timin from Bumble.

In this episode you’ll learn about:

• Benefits of using internal tools vs commercial tools
• How new features are introduced to the app
• JIRA’s role in the L10N process of Bumble
• What is CTP (Collaborative Translation Platform)
• The benefits of using A/B Testing for translation
• How translation updates are deployed
• What is Elastic Search and why it’s important for TM
• Why are Google Sheets...evil?!

This is episode 45 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Alex Timin.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/lFXzivbLEgw

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

"All translators are weirdos"... After a short break, The Localization Podcast returns with my first guest Vegh Fruzsina Judit. A seasoned Hungarian translator and proofreader. 

Our conversation took more than 2 hours, so we decided to split it into two parts. In this first part, we cover the following topics:
▪ Can you survive if you're not a team player?
▪ Should you start as a translator or proofreader?
▪ The worst kinds of freelancers
▪ Learning your value as a translator and building confidence
▪ How to know when relationships are strong?
▪ How to earn the customer's respect
▪ The risk of working with end clients
▪ Rates & giving discounts

This is episode #21 of my speaking / social interaction practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice. 

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Localization News is here to talk about: What is a (TMS) Translation Management System • Still a Hassle for Translation Project Managers, But OCR Is Improving.

This is the "tech edition" of our show and these guys don't even need articles. Oksana and Beat ended up brainstorming on the ideal TMS and how we can efficiently convert books into digital. Wow! PS: Oksana will fix her camera next time ^^

Localization News was brought to you by Oksana Tkach (Metamova), Beat Stabuer (Globalme), and me (Andrej Zito). Casual and authentic chat about what's going on in our industry.

Sources:

• Mars Translation blog - https://www.marstranslation.com/blog/what-is-a-tms-translation-management-system
• Slator - https://slator.com/technology/still-a-hassle-for-translation-project-managers-but-ocr-is-improving/

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

SBT Localization is on a mission to save the Ukrainian language. This group of volunteers got into game localization to promote their language in games. And they're hoping to create a market for Ukrainian localization.

I spoke with Tetiana Cherednychok from SBT Localization. In this video, you'll find out:

▪ Why SBT Localization started with games
▪ Finding opportunities for localization
▪ How to recruit more volunteers
▪ Is translation a valid career in Ukraine
▪ Interacting with the community
▪ Why email notifications ruin your day
▪ Obsessed with... dark elves?!

This is episode 34 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Tetiana Cherednychok.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/E59k7Q4MGu4

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Netflix hit the nail on the head with Money Heist. TV series produced originally in Spain now celebrates success around the world thanks to localization. What are the other streaming giants like HBO, Amazon and Viacom doing about it and why is everyone moving to Spain?

More topics: How Spotify localized content for the Indian market. LSP lengoo raises EUR 6M to compete with Lilt and Unbabel.

This is episode #11 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources:
Slator - https://slator.com/
Holywood Reporter - https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/how-spain-became-a-case-study-global-streaming-wars-1228873
Entrepreneur - https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/339219
Lengoo website - https://www.lengoo.com/

Enjoy!

India has 22 official languages and 637 million Internet users, according to a report from KPMG. You can't expect to dominate the Indian market with English and Hindi localization only. Learn about the 4 digital user profiles and their language preferences. How to start testing the waters of Tamil, Bengali or Telugu? 

More topics: the next level of localization in consumer markets, an article from Harvard Business Review. A new startup Lang, coming straight out of Y Combinator, is here to make continuous localization easy for engineers. Are we going to start localizing podcasts?

This is episode #10 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources:
Slator - https://slator.com/
Harvard Business Review - https://hbr.org/2006/04/localization-the-revolution-in-consumer-markets
Polish Localisation blog - https://www.polishlocalisation.com/why-localizing-podcasts-can-be-a-good-idea-to-reach-out-to-the-international-audience/

Enjoy!

Curious about the path to building a thriving translation company? Dive into the backstage narrative of Tradulingua in this interview with its co-founder, Patrick Martinez. Welcome to a new episode of our series "How I Started", where we focus on founders of different localization businesses. In this episode, learn from Patrick about:

• The link between music and languages
• How to achieve excellent service
• Why smaller LSPs win over big LSPs
• How to recover from reputation damage
• Culture at Tradulingua

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube: https://youtu.be/pZ9AAeL7ZH4

Thanks for listening!

Often neglected, a proper Internationalization makes Localization easier. And cheaper too - the sooner you discover an issue, the less it costs to fix it. Here are 17 tips from Nimdzi on what to consider when you want to get the internationalization right.

More topics:
- Gary Vaynerchuk strikes back. Finally, a new article that talks about contextual messaging for targetting users, a.k.a. Hyper-Personalization. This is the future and localization will need to adapt. No more translating vanilla stuff for the whole China, yes pls...
- Geofencing allows you to track online-offline conversion better. Somehow this marketing article ended up in my podcast. What do you think will be the impact on localization?

This podcast was recorded on a live stream. I started my Twitch channel with the goal to show localization live. 100% transparency, 0% bullshit. Catch me LIVE at http://bit.ly/AndrejZitoLIVE

This is episode #16 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources: https://www.nimdzi.com/internationalization-5-steps-to-prepare-a-game-for-localization/; https://www.gala-global.org/publications/will-localization-be-key-delivering-true-hyper-personalization-ecommerce; https://www.martechadvisor.com/articles/ads/the-state-of-localized-programmatic-why-marketers-need-to-adopt-a-personalized-digital-strategy

You can also watch the podcast on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRKesDgqllw&list=PLSpSKUS7GX2Uu0kk_tblS8HvNtxlacJ9Y

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Unbabel analyzed the patterns of post-editors. Can we do the same for localization project managers? Are PMs in danger of being replaced by AI? And how does the personality change the game and why is nobody paying more attention to it? HR sucks... Listen NOW at 07:45.

The second part is about Facebook's patent to measure machine translation quality. It's a great example of using crowd and users to judge the quality. The majority of the industry still relies on the opinions of a few individuals - wrong! We need to go deeper and be more contextual as the lord Gary V teaches. Opportunity detected...

This is episode #9 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources:
Slator - https://slator.com/

Enjoy!

Can you imagine translating with no source text? Monese is trying a new approach to localization. Translators take on a hybrid role of copywriters and are not limited by the source text. Can this work? 

More topics: How what3words localized their unique app; How to ensure you're getting good quality?

This podcast was recorded on a live stream. I started my Twitch channel with the goal to show localization live. Full transparency, no bullshit. Catch me LIVE at http://bit.ly/AndrejZitoLIVE

This is episode #14 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources: Nimdzi - https://www.nimdzi.com/goodbye-source-text/; Medium - https://medium.com/@what3words/5-ways-to-create-a-global-app-with-a-local-feel-3da5a21ed5d1; LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/tips-translation-buyers-how-ensure-you-getting-good-quality-sexton/

You can also watch the podcast on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdqwcMQIWxc&list=PLSpSKUS7GX2Uu0kk_tblS8HvNtxlacJ9Y

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Javi Diaz has become one of the most popular influencers in the localization industry. He created the role of a Global Brand Champion and in this episode, you'll learn how to become one.

Javi is a proud millennial. He represents a new take on sales, marketing, and building relationships. Listen to our casual interview and find out:

• The origins of Global Brand Champion
• A new take on the sales process
• Why are quotas your biggest enemy
• How to use LinkedIn to stand out
• Does personality matter
• How to develop your EQ
• Dealing with rejection
• Learn to... pick up girls?!

This is episode 37 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Javier Díaz Fernández-Carvajal.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/_IaZFgsa5SU

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

A not-so-quick message from me on the state of TLP and how I feel about it.

Healthy relationships at the workplace will make work enjoyable, make teams highly productive and help you advance your career! So, how do you build and maintain flourishing relationships? Find out in this interview with Stephanie Cardwell.

Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about:

• Building relationships at new workplace
• Why is company culture so important for relationships
• How to build trust at workplace
• How to communicate with a diverse group
• How do leaders manage relationships
• Making friends at work: yay or nay
• Is building successful relationship for all
• Dance party with... cats?!

This is episode 49 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Stephanie Cardwell.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/m9Yev0HuAmY

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Did you know you can be socially responsible as a translator? I never thought of it... until I spoke with Monica Pasin, the Head translator at Favella Translations in Singapore. As a specialist in fashion and luxury translations, she'll think twice before accepting any job for the fast fashion industry.

Why is translation style so important? What are the challenges of working as a medical interpreter in the UK? Is teaching a good idea if you don't want to translate full-time? Find out in this episode and learn about:

• Your social responsibility as a translator
• 3 types of interpreting techniques
• Life of a translation student at Università degli studi di Trieste
• How to handle terminology disputes with your clients
• Can you adapt to any translation style
• What to do when your clients don't pay
• How to organize your day as a translator
• PMs are… party poopers?!

This is episode 25 of my social interaction practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Monica Pasin.

If you want to see our beautiful faces, head to YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydcqrsnyI-k&list=PLSpSKUS7GX2Uu0kk_tblS8HvNtxlacJ9Y

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

What are the common localization strategy risks you'll be facing? Templatizing, wrong scope, being reactive, one-size-fits-all approach. An article from RWS Moravia comes with a few tactics to tackle these.

More topics:
- The fashion giant Zara has a unique approach to localization. Find out what is their localization model.
- What is a localization kit and why you should create one before you start translating?

This podcast was recorded on a live stream. I started my Twitch channel with the goal to show localization live. 100% transparency, 0% bullshit. Catch me LIVE at http://bit.ly/AndrejZitoLIVE

This is episode #15 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources: RWS Moravia blog - https://www.rws.com/insights/rws-moravia-blog/five-localization-pitfalls-and-how-to-avoid-them/; Wolfestone blog - https://www.wolfestone.co.uk/blog/how-international-fashion-brand-zara-became-a-localisation-leader/; Level Up Translation blog - https://www.leveluptranslation.com/single-post/how-to-create-a-perfect-game-localization-kit

You can also watch the podcast on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5nNy1wskEU&list=PLSpSKUS7GX2Uu0kk_tblS8HvNtxlacJ9Y

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

In this episode, we discussed this localization news: Why We Shouldn't Use Word Count Alone For Professional Translation Services; Facebook's Artificial Intelligence Robots Shut Down After They Start Talking To Each Other In Their Own Language.

The localization news is back! This time I'm not alone, I was joined by Oksana Tkach and Catherine Christaki to discuss what's happening in our industry. Casual and authentic chat with little to no editing.

Sources:

• born to be global - https://borntobeglobal.com/2020/06/04/professional-translation-services/
• Independent - https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/news/facebook-artificial-intelligence-ai-chatbot-new-language-research-openai-google-a7869706.html

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Are you a fan of video games? Ever wondered how games are made and then localized? In this episode, Michael Souto will share with you the challenges of game localization.

Michael knows the industry from both sides. He produced the Commandos series (my favorite genre) and currently works as the Business Development Director at Localize Direct.

Learn more about game localization and how the team at Localize Direct made the process easier. We also discussed:

▪ How localization interferes with different stages of game development
▪ What should you translate first on a limited budget
▪ The trouble of localizing names for Commandos
▪ How to use pseudo-localization for game localization
▪ Why is QA important for Games As A Service
▪ Do you have to be a gamer to work in game localization?
▪ What is Gridly, the upcoming CMS from Localize Direct?
▪ OCD from... a bowl?!

This is episode 30 of my social interaction practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Michael Souto.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/qFpSkvsfZEQ

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

This is the journey of David Čaněk and Memsource. Founded in 2010, the company recently sold a majority stake to a private equity firm. What will be the future of Memsource?

Find out in this interview with David, the CEO of Memsource. We also talked about:

▪ What does "Memsource" even mean
▪ Why the company invests into AI innovations
▪ The future of AI beyond MT
▪ What differentiates Memsource from others
▪ What are "Non-translatables"
▪ Why do we have so many MT engines
▪ The biggest failure of Memsource
▪ Company run by... a coder?!

This is episode 31 of my social interaction practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with David Čaněk.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/wzNGmsMwvng

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Localization testing gives companies the ability to correctly adjust their products to the regions they are aimed at, but not enough businesses give it the value that it deserves. Let's take a look into localization testing with Nicolas Gerard from Symbio.

Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about the following:

• What is localization testing
• How to become a tester
• The purpose of manual testing
• Tools used by testers
• The process of testing vs customers' expectations
• The value of localization testing for businesses
• Financially irresponsible because of… toys?

This is episode 52 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Nicolas Gerard from Symbio. 

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbvk-mCAGr4

In this episode, you'll get to meet Yago Sagrado - the Communications Manager at Keywords Studios. This is part 2 of our interview where things got a bit more personal.

We talked about World of Warcraft, people who are not gamers, the problems of vertical organizations, recognitions, personalities.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/IFjurD0h3WI

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

"You want the quality to be evaluated from the look and feel of it, not a score of 1 to 10". I thought this was a fresh approach to quality management. But how exactly does it work?

I went straight to the source - Sankeshwari Deo manages the linguistic quality at Autodesk. In this interview you'll learn:

▪ How to analyze the quality feedback
▪ First steps for setting up a quality program
▪ Dealing with country offices
▪ How to do RCA on quality issues
▪ Does self-certification work
▪ Quality of creative translations vs MT
▪ Translating 20k... in a day?!

This is episode 33 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Sankeshwari Deo.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/C8P6kNREW0w

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Have you noticed a lot of salad bowls on LinkedIn recently? That's probably LocLunch. What exactly is it? If you're a newbie like me, learn more about the community in this episode.

I got to talk to Jan Hinrichs, the founder of LocLunch. We split the 2.5-hour long interview into 2 parts, in this one you can learn the following:

• How LocLunch started 
• What makes a good ambassador 
• How to get rid of a bad ambassador 😁 
• The key to growing communities 
• What happened to LocBurgers 
• Is LocLunch for introverts 
• How to "Change your life with LocLunch" 
• The future of LocLunch

This is episode 38 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Jan Hinrichs.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/lwZyLdT7kxc

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

In this episode of Localization Podcast, I'll be covering news from the localization industry - week 30:

iFlytek to build speech recognition in China. DeepL better than Google and Microsoft? Startup Halosis from Indonesia makes online selling easier. Translating judgments in India. EU approves the use of remote interpretation. Localization on social media - Facebook, Reddit, LinkedIn and Twitter. 

Articles are taken from https://slator.com

Please let me know on social what I could do better :)

Enjoy!

Does “Fake it till you make it” work? It certainly did for Creative Words. Learn the story behind the successful Italian LSP in this interview with its founder — Diego Cresceri.

Welcome to our new series called "How I Started", where we will focus on founders of different localization businesses.

In this episode, Diego tells us his story:

• How Diego grew up, his experiences and the first localization job he had
• Transition from translator to entrepreneur
• How Creative Words was started
• Why he focuses on Italian localization
• Creative Words ethics and culture
• Views on social media as a key to success

🔴 If you want to see how we look like, watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZhlQ4PVesU

👨‍🎓👩‍🎓 Learn localization with our online courses ➡️ https://LocalizationAcademy.com

Thank you for listening and enjoy! :)

In part 2 of our interview with Zachary Haitkin, we talked about finding your Ikigai and transforming that passion to purpose. 

We also got a bit more personal and talked about a day in the life of a Netflix Localization Project Manager, the importance of relationships, using machine translation in creative content, and how NOT to sell on LinkedIn.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/tlmXZEow8ss

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Airbnb is one of the few global products that's not banned in China. That means they have to get their localization right in order to compete with local alternatives like tujia.com or xiaozhu.com. Starting with a name change to "Abiyang", listen to what the team at Airbnb China has done.

This podcast was recorded on a live stream. I started my Twitch channel with the goal to show Localization Live. 100% transparency, 0% bullshit. Watch me LIVE at http://bit.ly/AndrejZitoLIVE

This is episode #20 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/markets/airbnb-china-president-localization-is-key-if-we-want-to-be-successful-in-the-country/ar-BBWZp8M

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Unlock the full potential of your SEO translation services. Teresa from TAGS - Language Solutions teaches us that leaving your 9 to 5 job and becoming a successful freelancer is possible.

Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about the following:

• What is SEO translation
• How to use keywords
• The best tools for SEO localization
• How to niche down from general translation to SEO translation
• Balancing translations for humans and machines
• How to lose clients the smart way
• Getting traumatized… by a ponies?!

This is episode 53 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Teresa Sousa from TAGS. 

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/ASKSx-ZhcaM

Hello, frens! I'm back with another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

The articles covered in this one:

• The Future of Blockchain in the Localization Industry
• Types of Translation Strategies, Methods and Techniques
• 5 tips to help you localize your WordPress website quickly and easily

Sources:

• Globalization Partners International - https://www.globalizationpartners.com/2022/05/12/the-future-of-blockchain-in-the-localization-industry/
• Bureau Works blog - https://www.bureauworks.com/blog/types-of-translation-strategies-methods-and-techniques/
• Smartcat blog - https://www.smartcat.com/blog/wp-website-localization-tips/

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Vendor managers play a key role in the success of your operations. After all, it's mostly your network of freelancers and agencies that does the heavy lifting. How to keep your external partners engaged and happy? Treat them as your own. Listen NOW at 21:07.

More topics: Localization supply chain trends. How localization marketing can boost your... everything

This is episode #13 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources:
RWS Moravia blog - https://www.rws.com/insights/rws-moravia-blog/how-localization-supply-chain-models-must-change
Slator - https://slator.com/features/so-youre-a-vendor-manager-what-exactly-do-you-do/
Argo Translation blog - https://www.argotrans.com/blog/7-ways-localization-marketing-boost-conversion-rates/

You can also watch the podcast on Youtube https://youtu.be/xnNLL0Cm1n4

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Are you craving some ASMR from the industry? ✅ How about a music quiz? ✅ 

I got it all, baby! Please enjoy my first ASMR whisper recording. (Yes, it's April Fools)

⏱ Timestamps:
01:34 - Top 10 largest LSPs in localization (by Nimdzi)
08:57 - Top 10 largest boutique LSPs (by Slator)
14:16 - Upcoming LocLunches in April
18:20 - Memsource API error codes
24:07 - Lokalise iOS SDK

Sources:

• https://www.nimdzi.com/nimdzi-100-top-lsp/
• https://slator.com/language-service-provider-index/the-slator-2021-language-service-provider-index/
• https://loclunch.net
• https://help.memsource.com/hc/en-us/articles/360014376860-API-Error-Codes
• https://docs.lokalise.com/en/articles/1400656-lokalise-ios-sdk

If you want to see my talking head (hidden behind a mic), head to YouTube https://youtu.be/CWlugsouI7k

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

What’s so cool about automated testing and why it should be part of every development? And how is it related to localization? Learn the basics of automated testing in this interview with Michal Trúnek from Lokalise.

Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about:

• How to automate localization testing
• When to automate your QA
• Differences between manual vs automated testing
• Why must QA collaborate well with everyone?
• Best tools to start with for QA automation
• How to start in QA
• Automation vs automatization
• What’s the difference between QA and testing
• Bathing with ice packs… in Malta?!

This is episode 51 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Michal Trúnek from Lokalise.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/MMIRsCSJFhM

In this episode of the Localization Podcast, I'll be covering news from the localization industry - week 31:

Machine translation engine for finance from Lingua Custodia. Testbytes share tips for testing your game localization. Learn about International SEO in a video from Venga Global. What are 4 localization strategies for different game genres? More localization tips for marketers. Localization on social media - Facebook, Reddit, LinkedIn and Twitter. 

This is episode #5 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources:
Slator articles - https://slator.com
Venga Global YouTube - https://youtu.be/KQnaEbZhqmE
Testbytes LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/testbytes/
Yolocalizo blog - https://www.yolocalizo.com/localization/2019/7/28/one-size-does-not-fit-all-how-to-adapt-your-localization-strategy-depending-on-the-game-genre
Motionpoint website - https://www.motionpoint.com/resources/multimedia/localization-tips-for-marketers

Enjoy!

There are many translators out there... and the AI is coming too, I've heard. How will you survive? Learn how to stand out and increase the value you're offering to your customers. The translation is not only about translating words.

Big fail. Here's a list of 20 car names that make people laugh or even worse, p*ss them off. Globalization at it best :) 

Building brand affinity, expanding to new markets, mergers and acquisitions. Just a few of the benefits of localized marketing.

This podcast was recorded on a live stream. I started my Twitch channel with the goal to show localization live. 100% transparency, 0% bullshit. Watch me LIVE at http://bit.ly/AndrejZitoLIVE

This is episode #18 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources: https://hayataki-masaharu.jp/5-overlooked-elements-of-web-content-translation-that-makes-successful-localization/; https://www.carthrottle.com/post/49rx9gg/; https://www-shutterstock-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.shutterstock.com/blog/businesses-localize-global-content/amp

You can also watch the podcast on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3k62tIOxAk&list=PLSpSKUS7GX2Uu0kk_tblS8HvNtxlacJ9Y

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

This is one of the most practical interviews on localization project management. I got a chance to speak with Gaya Saghatelyan on the intricacies of managing projects at Hubspot.

We talked about the big AND the small picture of project management. You have to understand both if you want to be relevant in the future. We invite you to learn about:

▪ Hubspot localization program
▪ What's a "flywheel" and how does localization fit in
▪ Scheduling, WBS, and budgets
▪ What's the biggest contribution you can bring in
▪ How to manage relationships as a PM
▪ Planning vs improvisation
▪ The benefits of JIRA
▪ Why you need to overcommunicate
▪ Overwhelmed by... El Diablo?!

This is episode 35 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Gaya Saghatelyan.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/YLpUiBOMiuM

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

How to do marketing in localization? How important is it to choose the right marketing and sales strategy for localization? Find out in this interview with Hila Shitrit Nissim from BLEND.

Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about:

• What is the difference between marketing and sales
• What does a brand mean
• How to plan a budget for brand building without ROI
• Why is content important for localization
• What is marketing within the localization industry like
• Where should small LSPs start their marketing from
• How to build a personal brand
• What makes BLEND stand out among the competition

This is episode 48 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Hila Shitrit Nissim.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/3EIgAAbWPlk

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Hello, frens! Here's another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

The articles covered in this one:

• Are Translation APIs & Connectors Right Choice For Your Business?
• How to Manage Text Expansion and Contraction in Translation

Sources:

• Milestone Localization - https://www.milestoneloc.com/are-translation-apis-connectors/
• Toppan Digital Language blog - https://toppandigital.com/translation-blog/how-to-manage-text-expansion-and-contraction-in-translation/

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

What is operations management all about? We talked to Yann Le Boulch about the intricacies of managing ops in localization. Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about the following:

• What is operations management
• Pressure on pricing and lower rates
• When to promote VS when to hire
• AI in ops management
• Leadership & trust
• How to manage difficult people

This is episode 54 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Yann Le Boulch. 

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/Cuc_iWyMrek

Do you want to increase the ROI of localization? Which market will be your next and which content should you localize? Stop guessing, start experimenting. Build your global marketing strategy around constant testing and evaluating data.

This is episode #7 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources:
Bureau Works resources - https://resources.bureauworks.com/data-driven-global-marketing-strategy-5-sure-fire-tips-for-startups-fc
Payvision insights - https://insights.payvision.com/localization-the-key-to-global-e-commerce-success

Enjoy!

In this episode, we discussed this localization news: The Reluctant Marketer’s Guide to Localization; Why you might need an internal Localization PM?; Google Fixes Gender Bias in Google Translate (Again).

The localization news is back! This time I'm not alone, I was joined by Monica Pasin and Kevin Shen to discuss what's happening in our industry. Casual and authentic discussion with little editing.

If you want to see our beautiful faces, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/qR6hx4PbfVw

Sources:

• born to be global - https://borntobeglobal.com/2020/05/21/the-reluctant-marketers-guide-to-localization/amp/
• yolocalizo - https://www.yolocalizo.com/localization/2020/5/17/why-you-might-need-internal-localization-pms
• slator - https://slator.com/machine-translation/google-fixes-gender-bias-in-google-translate-again/

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Innovation in localization? Check. Did you know we have the PIC - Process Innovation Challenge? Dave Ruane will tell you about the contest inspired by Dragon's Den / Shark Tank.

Welcome to part 1 of our interview where you'll learn about:

• What's Process Innovation Challenge (PIC)
• Why you should participate in this contest
• Tips to pitch your innovations more effectively
• Can anyone be an innovator?
• The one thing missing in most presentations
• How to foster a culture of innovation in your company
• Innovate like.... a rat?!

This is episode 40 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Dave Ruane.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/cCSuO1JPH4c

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

How do you incorporate data-driven decision making in localization? Find out in this interview with Zachary Haitkin - the Localization Project Manager at Netflix.

I got to talk with Zachary about his journey from being a bartender and driver to localization manager! Welcome to part 1 of our interview where you’ll learn:

• How to convince your managers to localize
• Understanding the user you're localizing for
• How to find out user's language preference
• Why is localization key to growth
• How to test the impact of a new language
• What localization data to gather
• How to integrate your vendors

This is episode 42 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Zachary Haitkin.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/X-FjcmhKbI8

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

You don't have to be a people person to run a successful business. László Kovács, the general manager of TEK Localizations, has been running a Hungarian translation company for over 20 years. He's an outsider.

László is also a funny guy as you'll hear in this interview. We discussed the following topics:
▪ Why are women better at project management
▪ 1 thing you need before starting a translation company
▪ How a mechanical engineer ended up in localization
▪ Losing 100% of your revenue in one day
▪ The decision to stay SLV
▪ TEK Localizations company culture
▪ Meeting clients on... roller skates?!

This is episode #23 of my speaking / social interaction practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice.

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Hi, frens! Here's another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

The articles covered in this one:

• How to Localize Emails: Run Multilingual Email Campaigns
• Everything You Need to Know About Translation Keys
• How to Translate Infographics and Why is it Important?

Sources:

• Crowdin blog - https://blog.crowdin.com/2022/08/18/how-to-localize-emails/
• OneSky blog - https://www.oneskyapp.com/blog/translation-keys/
• Mars Translation blog - https://www.marstranslation.com/blog/how-to-translate-infographics

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Is localization project management the only way to get into the film industry? Don't let your education and degree limit your options. More topics - SDL increases its revenue by 28%, How to evaluate new international markets, The Russian market for gamers, Video localization tips, The role of an account manager.

This is episode #6 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources:
Slator articles - https://slator.com
Nimdzi research - https://www.nimdzi.com/language-industry-verticals/
Motionpoint article - https://medium.com/@CraigWitt/evaluating-new-international-markets-for-your-business-27fc267b726
Level Up Translation blog - https://www.leveluptranslation.com/single-post/keys-to-cracking-the-russian-video-games-market
Amara blog - https://blog.amara.org/2019/07/31/video-localization/
Terra Translations blog - https://terratranslations.com/web/2019/08/07/an-insiders-guide-to-the-role-of-an-account-manager/
SDL resources - https://www.sdl.com/resources/downloads/infographics/language-services/beyond-global-seo-best-practices.html
Text United blog - https://www.textunited.com/blog/improve-your-localization-strategy

Enjoy!

Dive deep into the unique world of what3words and their approach to localization in this captivating interview with Jamie Brown. Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll learn about the following:

• How to nail any presentation
• What makes what3words a global language game-changer
• Techniques and factors for adapting new languages in what3words
• The role and influence of a Chief Language Services Officer
• Marrying data with emotion in localization decisions
• How technology shapes modern language use and evolution
• Terrified of people... drinking champagne?!

This is episode 55 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Jamie Brown. 

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/zByrZvTYTqg

In this episode, you'll get to meet Dave Ruane - Digital Content & Partnership Manager at XTM International. This is part 2 of our interview where things got a bit more personal.

We talked about public speaking as an introvert, getting outside of your comfort zone, learning agility, making exciting content, leading vs managing.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/m6jSwi0P4PI

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Unlock the mysteries of game localization testing. Dive deep with Maria Lee from Terra Localizations as she unravels her journey from a passionate gamer to an expert LQA specialist, mainly focusing on video games. Welcome to this episode of The Localization Podcast where you’ll gain insights on:

• The integral role of an LQA specialist in ensuring game quality
• The specific builds used in the testing process and their importance
• How test cases are chosen for maximum efficacy
• A closer look at what exactly test cases are and their significance
• The multifaceted challenges faced when localizing games
• Getting a glimpse into a typical day for someone in Maria's role
• Why to start your argument with... penis?!

This is episode 56 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Maria Lee from Terra Localizations.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/HmXRl3AMeks

How does an international growth localization consultant help companies achieve their goal of growing in the Asia Pacific? Find out in this interview with Min Tan from Google.

In this episode you’ll learn about:

• The role of an International Growth Localization Consultant
• What localization means for clients
• Where to find inspiration and new knowledge as a consultant
• What makes a good consultant
• The differences between APAC and US companies
• Where to grow as a consultant
• How to self-reflect
• Becoming a consultant because of... podcast?!

This is episode 44 of my social practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Min Tan. 

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/UQ2wOGeHbBE

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

Are you ready to kickstart your localization career? 🌟 Get tips from 6 hiring managers - Beat, Camila, Ilan, Olga, Senem, and Vera - and boost your chances of landing your first job in the industry! In this episode, we delve into the insights and practical tips about getting into localization shared by our panel of hiring managers from both buyer and vendor sides of the localization world.

Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DGK0_mgHweY

Community localization means free translations... right? Not so fast. Before you make a decision, listen to Jeff Beatty - Senior Head of Localization at Mozilla.

Mozilla products are localized into 200+ languages thanks to their global community of localizers. How do you make community localization work? Learn in this episode where we also discussed:

▪ How to manage quality with a crowd
▪ Incentives for the community
▪ Why can community localization get more expensive
▪ Gamification and why Jeff hates leaderboards
▪ How to make partial localization viable
▪ Democratization of MT
▪ Standing in a corner... laughing?!

This is episode 29 of my social interaction practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice, this time with Jeff Beatty.

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In this episode, you'll get to meet Jan Hinrichs - the founder & CEO of Beluga and LocLunch. This is part 2 of our interview where things got a bit more personal.

We talked about sailing, entrepreneurship, competition, annoying LSPs, corporations.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to YouTube https://youtu.be/8bSpyoZv6zk

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Vendor manager or not, deciding between in-house or outsourced translation team is not easy. Torjoman lists the pros and cons with a definite bias towards using translation vendors. Lucky for you, I tear it apart and offer more insight. Who is right?

Another topic: Discover the Zoo ecosystem for media localization.

This podcast was recorded on a live stream. I started my Twitch channel with the goal to show localization live. 100% transparency, 0% bullshit. Watch me LIVE at http://bit.ly/AndrejZitoLIVE

This is episode #17 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources: https://torjoman.com/blog/business/in-house-translation-vs-outsourced-translation-pros-and-cons/; https://www.zoodigital.com/news/reimagining-localization-for-global-ott-distribution

You can also watch the podcast on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xO4yGkwxOgs&list=PLSpSKUS7GX2Uu0kk_tblS8HvNtxlacJ9Y

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Hi, frens! Here's another solo episode of Localization News where I practice my reading skills.

The articles covered in this one:

• The Complete Guide To E-commerce Localization (2022)
• The Grind of Localizing Taglines & Slogans 
• Localization: What’s included in the cost?

Sources:

• Ampere Translations blog - https://www.amperetranslations.com/blog/ecommerce-localization-guide-2022/
• Pangea Global blog - https://www.pangea.global/blog/2022/08/02/the-grind-of-localizing-taglines-slogans/
• Inlingo blog - https://blog.inlingogames.com/2022/07/14/localization-whats-included-in-the-cost/

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News from the localization industry, week 28:

• Korean Flitto to raise $33M in its IPO
• Deploying multilingual chatbots worldwide
• Trump's administration hinders interpreting services
• MT vs translators vs SMEs
• Localization on social media

All articles are taken from https://slator.com - Language Industry Intelligence

Please let me know on social what I could do better :)

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Translation memory has been with us for almost 30 years. It saves time, money and improves consistency. However, the quality of adaptive neural machine translation is getting better. Soon, the NMT will offer better output than matches below 95%. Is this the end of Translation memory as we know it?

This podcast was recorded on a live stream. I started my Twitch channel with the goal to show Localization Live. 100% transparency, 0% bullshit. Watch me LIVE at http://bit.ly/AndrejZitoLIVE

This is episode #19 of my speaking practice, also known as the Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation news across social media delivered to you by the power of my voice.

Sources: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2019/11/08/the-death-of-translation-memory-in-localization-three-key-takeaways-and-key-advice

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Business is important, but remember that it is not the only thing in life! With this mindset, Cyle found the balance he wanted between work, family, and friendship. Learn about the journey and life experiences of Cyle Adair, founder of Transcend Translation. Welcome to a new episode of our series "How I Started", where we will focus on founders of different localization businesses. In this episode, join us as Cyle shares:

• His experiences growing up in multiple cultures and the understanding he gained
• The approach to building deep, lasting connections with others
• Lessons from his time in Argentina and serving in the army
• His transition from banking to the translation business
• The key trait he values in new employees at Transcend Translation
• Tips for helping people feel comfortable around you
• How to handle and learn from mistakes

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/zV8m3_wOrf8

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In part 2 of our interview with Raffaele Pascale, we got a bit more personal and talked about his role as an LGBTQ+ Ambassador and his personal biases. We also talked about what aspects of the localization industry can be improved.

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/OFobc4bbkhA

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LexiQA currently supports 150 locales. They started with four. What was the journey from 4 to 150 locales? Find out in this interview with 2 out of 3 co-founders of LexiQA - Yannis Evangelou and Vassilis Korkas. Welcome to a new episode of our series "How I Started", where we will focus on founders of different localization businesses. In this episode, join us as Vassilis and Yannis share about:

• The idea behind lexiQA
• Growing up in Greece, teaching at a Uni, their shared principles
• Why linguists like working with them
• How to be more responsible with your startup
• Why buyers develop their own platforms

If you want to see our beautiful talking heads, head to Youtube: https://youtu.be/QW08zapAk4w

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In this episode, we discussed this localization news: Management Mantras That Make A Difference; 10 Simple Ways to Measure Localization Impact.

The localization news is back! This time I'm not alone, I was joined by Véronique Özkaya and Hüseyin Mergan to discuss what's happening in our industry. Casual and authentic chat with little to no editing.

Sources:

• Positive Psychology News - https://positivepsychologynews.com/news/fiona-parashar/2014051628791
• born to be global - https://borntobeglobal.com/2020/06/16/10-simple-ways-to-measure-localization-impact/amp/

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)

How far do you want to take your business? Kobalt has already achieved success, and now they seek to be among the top five companies in their market. Learn the story behind this Spain-based LSP in this interview with its founder — Ricard Sierra.

Welcome to a new episode of our series "How I Started", where we will focus on founders of different localization businesses.

In this episode, Ricard tells us his story:

• Experiences growing up
• How Kobalt was started
• Why is it better to stay freelance as a translator
• The importance of owning technology as an LSP
• The power of LinkedIn
• Advice for new localization entrepreneurs
• Why localization is important

🔴 If you want to see how we look like, watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/OVGw6qntpDM

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Localization News is here to report on: Why are some MT engines sexist • A recent translation mistake from IKEA... or was it a mistake? • How culture and context matter for translation.

We also talked about the DTP process, swear words, and personalities. Totally in the context of localization :)

Localization news was brought to you by Vera Richards (Akorbi), Ilan Bloch (Baguette), and me (Andrej Zito). Casual and authentic chat with little to no editing.

Sources:

• The Conversation - https://theconversation.com/amp/ai-could-be-a-force-for-good-but-were-currently-heading-for-a-darker-future-124941
• AdWeek - https://www-adweek-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.adweek.com/retail/did-ikea-just-make-a-huge-translation-error-or-a-hilariously-clever-ad/amp/
• Slator - https://slator.com/academia/new-research-do-translation-equivalents-really-mean-the-same-thing/

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MT is getting better each day... what is the future for translators? Oksana Tkach, the CEO of Metamova, is working on a solution where translators and AI work in harmony. Inspired by blockchain, she shares her idea of a distributed network with MT that belongs to no one.

Oksana is also an expert on NLP. Here's your chance to learn more about natural language processing and its practical application in localization. We also discussed:
▪ Why big localization companies are going to collapse
▪ Creating chatbots for e-commerce
▪ Why you should be careful during the AI hype
▪ Rule-based vs statistical NLP
▪ Why translation companies need NLP
▪ MT engine in a shared economy
▪ Why BlaBlaCar overpaid their translators
▪ Quality assessment through consensus
▪ Who the hell is… Martin Eden?!

This is episode #24 of my speaking / social interaction practice, also known as The Localization Podcast :) #localization and #translation insight delivered to you by the power of voice.

Thank you for listening and enjoy :)