The Freelance Translator and PayPal

A problem most freelance translators are faces with is how to receive payment. In particular: How to receive payment for small jobs. Many translation agencies are reluctant to pay small fees via wire transfer due to the transaction fees; often they will send you a check instead. And I suppose I don't have to tell you: The banks charge an enormous commission when you come…

Shell Commands within C#

In this article we will examine a few examples for executing shell commands outside of our program using C#. In VB.Net, we can make use of the familiar Shell command to run an executable program. However the Shell function is not available in C#. The Process Class provides access to local and remote processes and enables you to start and stop local system processes.

The Opportunity Cost of Communication

So, why don't we communicate more? I think we all agree that more quantity and higher quality both would be welcome. But, it never seems to happen, does it?

Prosperity Begins Between Your Ears

If you're waiting for someone or something to give you what you want in life, you'll wait a long time! Prosperity is something you create. No one gives it to you. So, stop waiting and get on with making it happen.