Unlocking Careers With AI: A Teacher's Journey
Embracing AI in Translation Work
In a world where careers are increasingly intertwined with AI, Marco Simões, a 64-year-old educator and freelance translator, shares his experience. With AI tools, his translation speed has surged from a mere 300 words per hour to an impressive 1,200!
The Transformation Journey
Before exploring freelance translation, Marco was deeply rooted in the IT industry, helping local instructors learn the ropes of new technology. AI's integration into translation has revolutionized his approach. Marcos transitioned from manual methods to utilizing advanced platforms such as Lilt, where AI aids the translation process significantly.
- Initially translated 260-300 words/hour.
- Now achieves 1,200 words/hour with AI tools.
- Critical of AI's occasional grammatical errors; validates outputs against official grammar.
Future Implications
Despite the significant boost in productivity and efficiency AI offers, Marco raises concerns about younger generations possibly misusing this powerful tool. Markedly, while he’s able to handle more jobs than ever, he emphasizes that pay does not automatically increase with productivity.
- AI enhances translation speed and accuracy.
- Diverse topics ranging from technology to marketing.
- Personal preference against highly specialized translations like medical or legal.
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