How does one become bilingual? They say you can truly speak to someone’s heart only if you speak their mother tongue. Well, this is relative with so many young people these days that study foreign languages from an early age and even settle down in a foreign country for good. That means a lot of [...]

The challenges of simultaneous interpretation depend on several factors which may or may not turn an interpreter’s job into a nightmare. Some people feel attracted to the unknown and take each opportunity as a test – of both their knowledge and adaptability to a non-familiar environment. Others have cold feet any time they get a [...]

If you want to be a professional interpreter, whatever the language combination,  there are some things you need to consider: 1. Dress code. Dress smartly and in keeping with the place and occasion. Ask the client (if you’re going to a conference / party), do your research about what to wear and not to wear [...]