Do you intentionally apply translation theories when you are working?

How many times do you proofread your translation before submitting it?

If you are out of office for a few days, do you bring your laptop/tablet with you?

Do you agree to provide free sample translations to potential clients?

What do you do when you have little or no work on hand?

There is no such thing as an easy translation job.

When translating in an unfamiliar subject area, when do you start researching the terminology?

What is your preferred payment method?

Which payment terms are most commonly used in your business?

Do you ever work overnight in order to meet a deadline?

Do you have a backup or spare computer?

Do you require a purchase order before starting a project?

Do you think that freelancers working from home tend to eat more than other people?

Do you still work with paper dictionaries?

On average, how many hours do you work per week?

What is the current trend for your rates?

Do you take measures to reduce the amount of work-related stress you feel?

What is your biggest distraction while at work?

How often do you get to work in your favorite area of expertise?

Have you ever helped/advised a friend/family member on how to get started as a freelance translator?

Do you listen to music while translating?

Do you have professional indemnity insurance?

Do you check terms/phrases in your target language(s) with non-translator friends/family members?

I am happiest with my profession when I work on a project that...

Do you respond to job offers that are sent to "undisclosed recipients"?

Do you think professional translators require a specific translation qualification to be successful?

It's a popular belief that every freelancer has at least one pet. Do you?

How do you usually start an email to your clients? (Please choose equivalent if not in English)

Have you ever felt that your client's negative feedback about your work was unjustified?

Have you ever suffered from repetitive strain injury as a result of working on a computer?

In which language do you usually communicate with your clients?

Do you prefer working as a translator or an interpreter?

Do you usually deliver your work as soon as it is complete?

What language do you write your shopping list in?

Do you use special software for invoicing or accounting?

Do you apply a surcharge for late payments?

Do you usually keep strict business hours?

Do you regularly work with more than one CAT tool?

Have you ever been asked to do back translation?

Do you have different CVs for different purposes?

Do you ever experience "translator's block"?

Huge loads of emails may cause important messages to be overlooked. Does this ever happen to you?

Do you stay up to date on translation industry news?

What is the size of your working computer screen?

When you have lots of work available, do you take as much as you can or keep some leeway?

Do you request that outsourcers acknowledge the receipt of your finished project?

Do you have a dedicated website to promote your business?

With time, have you had fewer new clients compared to regular ones?

Do you take breaks during long projects to stretch or exercise?

Do you use a smartphone for work-related tasks?