Poll: Do you ever miss a deadline?
Thread poster: ProZ.com Staff
ProZ.com Staff
ProZ.com Staff
SITE STAFF
Jul 12, 2005

This forum topic is for the discussion of the poll question "Do you ever miss a deadline?".

View the poll here

A forum topic will appear each time a new poll is run. For more information, see: http://proz.com/topic/33629


 
Brandis (X)
Brandis (X)
Local time: 03:17
English to German
+ ...
I usually inform the outsourcer of the progress in parts Jul 12, 2005

ProZ.com Staff wrote:

This forum topic is for the discussion of the poll question "Do you ever miss a deadline?".

View the poll here

A forum topic will appear each time a new poll is run. For more information, see: http://proz.com/topic/33629[/quote]which means I make my progress while translating visual to the outsourcer, so that he / she automatically knows,what the problems are and what other trouble I am undergoing in order to realize the translation and meet the deadline. Brandis

 
Sonja Tomaskovic (X)
Sonja Tomaskovic (X)  Identity Verified
Germany
Local time: 03:17
English to German
+ ...
Very rarely Jul 12, 2005

It once happened that a client did not receive the file I had sent to them. This was the only occassion on which I really "missed" the deadline, even if it hasn't been my "fault", just a technical glitch.

I usually try to contact my client to inform them if I can't deliver on time. Most of the time, my clients are able to extend the deadline. If they cannot, I try to work extra hours to deliver on time.

Sonja


 
Nikki Graham
Nikki Graham  Identity Verified
United Kingdom
Local time: 02:17
Spanish to English
Hats off... Jul 12, 2005

to all of you who have never missed a deadline -I wish I could say the same! Ever since I had my daughter (getting on for 3 years now), I have found it increasingly difficult to cram everything into days when the unexpected seems to occur more often than not... And sometimes deadlines are extremely tight. So, any secrets of success out there to share so that those of us who didn't hit the "No, never" button can become more efficient (and still get some sleep)?

 


To report site rules violations or get help, contact a site moderator:

Moderator(s) of this forum
Jared Tabor[Call to this topic]

You can also contact site staff by submitting a support request »

Poll: Do you ever miss a deadline?






Trados Studio 2022 Freelance
The leading translation software used by over 270,000 translators.

Designed with your feedback in mind, Trados Studio 2022 delivers an unrivalled, powerful desktop and cloud solution, empowering you to work in the most efficient and cost-effective way.

More info »
Anycount & Translation Office 3000
Translation Office 3000

Translation Office 3000 is an advanced accounting tool for freelance translators and small agencies. TO3000 easily and seamlessly integrates with the business life of professional freelance translators.

More info »