by Seldean Smith | Jul 4, 2025 | Communication, Interpreting
A furrowed brow. A shrug. A smirk just as someone says, “Sure, I agree.” We all read these signals without even realizing it — and interpreters? Interpreters decode body language like seasoned pros! While most people think interpreting is all about words,...
by Seldean Smith | Jun 30, 2025 | Communication, Languages
Wait… Kids Need Interpreters? Oh yes. From schools and hospitals to courtrooms and asylum interviews, children around the world need interpreting services just as much—if not more—than adults. But there’s a twist: kids don’t talk like adults, and they don’t think like...
by Seldean Smith | Jun 20, 2025 | Communication
For freelance interpreters, few things are more frustrating than chasing down payments after a job well done. Despite the professionalism and skill required in the role, interpreters working independently often face delayed compensation, unclear billing practices, or,...
by Seldean Smith | Jun 16, 2025 | Communication, Interpreting
As global attention increasingly focuses on climate change and sustainability, the conference interpreting industry is undergoing a quiet yet significant transformation. Interpreters—once frequent flyers attending high-profile events in every corner of the globe—are...
by Seldean Smith | Jun 13, 2025 | Communication, Languages
In 2025, the interpreting world is experiencing a shift. It’s no longer enough to translate words or phrases from one language to another. Audiences—especially in media, marketing, healthcare, and education—expect content that sounds like them, that feels like home....
by Seldean Smith | Jun 9, 2025 | Communication, Interpreting
Healthcare professionals are more reliant than ever on interpreters to bridge critical language gaps. However, in high-stakes environments such as hospitals and clinics, even skilled interpreters can encounter challenges. Fast-paced dialogue, complex medical...
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