Does running a business distract workers from their translation duties?
Yes, running a business can distract workers from their translation duties. However, in many cases translation projects could not exist without an accompanying business. For example, in some areas, translators are not granted visas without a viable business reason for entering the country. Creating a business can often be the only means of providing access to these restricted countries. In addition, businesses can provide a platform for translation teams to connect to the community. Through running a business, translators can often accelerate their language learning, build relationships, teach literacy, increase economic development and build credibility in the community.
