Catch up on the Direct Client Summit
Grab 25+ replays from the 2026 Direct Client Summit to attract better clients, create more opportunities and build stronger relationships in a changing market.
Discover how leading language professionals manage to get seen, get trusted, and get booked.
(99€ or 50€ now and 50€ in 30 days)
Our industry has changed, and many are feeling it
While some of us are waiting and worrying, others are adapting
They’re becoming more visible.
They’re strengthening client relationships.
They’re pitching proactively.
They’re reinventing how they market themselves.
And they’re creating their own opportunities instead of waiting for them… with huge success!
This exclusive Replay Pass is for language professionals like us willing to respond strategically, stand out for the right reasons, and create serious momentum.
It will give you the tools to…
👀 Get visible strategically
Discover practical ways to increase your visibility across a range of channels your perfect-fit clients rely on.
🤝 Build trust faster
Learn to leverage your expertise and client results to build a professional presence that makes clients feel confident in choosing you.
🚀 Get booked proactively
Explore smart outreach, relationship-building, follow-up systems, and business growth strategies to create your own opportunities… because they rarely appear magically!
Catch up on the must-attend virtual conference for translators & interpreters ready to get visible, market yourself strategically, strengthen existing and new client relationships, and create more of your own opportunities.
Here’s what you get:
📹 Unlimited access to all 25+ replays of presentations
🗂️ Session slides, worksheets and transcripts
🎧 Podcast version of all sessions so you can listen on the go
👫 Access to our buzzing student-only community, the techforword lounge
🤓 Certificate of participation for up to 10 hours of continuing education credit
Meet the 2026 Speakers
We handpicked some of the brightest business minds, marketers, and forward-thinking professionals in our industry, and invited them to share their most valuable moves with you.
Using Social Media to Connect with Direct Clients
Julia Poger
Error-free Translations with Automated AI-Powered Revision
Francesco Saina
Successful Direct Client Relationships
Michael Schubert
3 Seconds to Convince Recruiters on LinkedIn
Milijana Trobradovic
Which AI is Best?
Nora Díaz
Vibecoding: How to Use AI to Create Your Home Page
Rane Souza
Stand out with Video Marketing in the AI Era
Sherif Abuzid
Using Trade Shows to Meet Direct Clients
Sarah Silva
How to Find Prospects in Your City with AI
William Cassemiro
From Invisible to Indispensable: How to Position Yourself Within a Client's Workflow
Adrian Probst
From Service Provider to Strategic Partner: Helping Clients Understand the Value Behind Your Work
Ana Sofia Correia
When Clients Ask for AI
Bernard Song
Stop Selling Translation
Diego Cresceri
The Human Behind the Chatbot: How a Chat Widget Can Reassure Clients and Seal the Deal
Josh Goldsmith
Say Goodbye to Impostor Syndrome and Hello to Better Clients
Marta Pagans
How to Help Everyone Cross the Linguistic Bridge - Tips for Accessible Digital Communication
Gosia Wheeler
Stop Selling Yourself, Start Offering Solutions
Macarena Troscé
The Long Game: How Relationships Become Referrals (and Why Most Networking Doesn't)
Sabrina Sbaccanti
A Simple E-mail Sequence for Direct Client Marketing
Corinne McKay
Objection Handling – How to Reframe Your Sales Calls with Direct Clients
Diana Gordaliza
Swipe Right on the Right Clients: A Freelancer’s Guide to Direct Clients
Gabriela Kouahla
How to Generate More Referrals Than You Can Handle
Joachim Lépine
Eat, Drink, Remember: How to Not Blank on Potential Clients' Names
Judy Jenner
The 5 Types of Nudges That Will Get You More Work
Laurie Ross
Considerations about Pricing for the Direct Client Market
Renato Beninatto
Stop Being “Just” an Interpreter: Going the Extra Mile to Become a Strategic Partner
Verónica Pérez Guarnieri
From Ski Crash to Signed Contract: Landing Clients Where You Least Expect It
Martina Russo
Full Contact Marketing
Stefan Huyghe
Meet your hosts
We have hosted 47,500+ attendees at our translation and interpreting summits since 2021.
Hi! I’m Josh
Goldsmith
As a UN and EU accredited translator and interpreter working from Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and Catalan into English, I split my time between translating, interpreting, and teaching about the intersection between languages, technology and education.
As Geek-In-Chief of techforword, I share tips about technology, translation, interpreting and languages in conferences and workshops, academic articles, AI Language Club and techforword insiders, the premier online community for innovative language professionals.
Hi! I’m Nora
Díaz
I’m a full-time published Spanish-English translator, conference interpreter, trainer, and translation team leader.
As a specialist in healthcare, marketing, and technical texts, I also lead teams of linguists from Mexico, South America and Spain.
My interest in productivity has led me to constantly explore technology, including CAT tools, speech recognition, computer automation and custom macros.
I’m also the Co-Author of The Translator’s Tool Box.
What others are saying about the Direct Client Summit
FAQ
Who is this summit for?
This exclusive Replay Pass is for language professionals like us willing to respond strategically, stand out for the right reasons, and create serious momentum. It will give you the tools to get visible and stand out, build trust faster, and get booked proactively.
Is this a live event?
The Direct Client Summit took place from June 30 - July 2, 2026 and featured presentations and panels with over 25 internationally renowned experts. Missed it or want to watch a session again? No worries! You can purchase the replays to unlock access to the presentations!
How long are the presentations?
Language professionals are busy, which is why we and our speakers packed as many actionable tips as possible into nearly two dozen 15-20 minute presentations.
The replays include a worksheet, captions, transcript and podcast for each presentation so you can take notes and kick into action.
How long will I have access?
At least twelve months, which gives you plenty of time to watch the videos as many times as you’d like. 😁
Do I get a certificate of participation?
The 2026 Direct Client Summit replays are hosted on techforword’s private learning platform.
After watching all the videos, you’ll receive a certificate of participation for 10 hours of professional development.
How much are the replays?
99€ or two installments of 50€ each.
I still have questions!
No problem! Shoot us an email, and we'll get back to you within 3 business days.
Unlock the confidence & momentum to get seen, get trusted, and get booked… consistently!
Whether you want to escape an unusually quiet spell or want to proactively create your own opportunities for more growth, the 25+ Replays will give you the clarity, practical strategies, and confidence to make it happen... your way.