Gloom

K. who is a veteran professional spells bad omen. She has had no work for a full week. In her case, it is exceptional. Summer, July 4th are only but anecdotes to explain the situation. World slump is the main culprit. The result is not "no work", but instead work at slashed down bargain price. New entrants in the profession OK to get paid ¥25,000 a day get assignments. Clients don't want to spend more. K. believes the situation will not get better. Well paid assignments are things of the past. She is considering intensifying her activity as an interpreters' trainer. This is very, very bad omen. Forces are pulling down fees so much that recovery is seen by some professionals as impossible. Currently, there is no work. Absolutely nothing. July has never been a good time, but this one is extreme. OPI too is flat. Summer heat might be the cause here but I doubt. The crisis factor like the virus is looming in any corner. The culprit is an easy target but a mighty one at the same time. 2009 is to be a remarkable gloomy year.