CLI’s QA lead and certified Spanish interpreter Marisol attends Linguist Education Online’s conference and shares her insights from the event.
Interpreters
Learning About LGTBQ+ History Can Make You a Better Interpreter
Pride is a month-long celebration commemorating the Stonewall riots of 1969. Even though we’ve come a long way since then, more needs to be done to ensure equality for all.
Keep These Things in Mind When Interpreting for Mental Health Interactions
Mental health interactions, like other interpreting scenarios, require interpreting know-how and a solid understanding of the code of professional ethics.
Why We Love Our Freelance Interpreters and Think You Will Too
In the language services industry, interpretation companies work with two kinds of interpreters: staff interpreters or freelance interpreters. Most interpreting companies work with both. At CLI, our model is based on working primarily with professional interpreters who are remote independent contractors, and we wouldn’t change it for a thing. Why? Here are a few reasons.
Medical Questionnaires: Their Importance in Patient Care and How to Maneuver Them as a Medical Interpreter
New to remote medical interpreting? Our QA team is here with tips and best practices to help make the transition as smooth as possible. This week, they tackle medical questionnaires.
Ignored No More: Voices Shine through Black American Sign Language
Black American Sign Language (BASL) is a vibrant language that has existed on the fringe for far too long. Now, Black Deaf youth are changing that. Read about the history of BASL along with an interview with ASL interpreter Rashana.
Be the Best Video Remote Interpreter You Can Be. Here’s How
CLI’s QA specialists make transitioning from on-site interpreting to video remote interpreting a piece of cake with these helpful tips.
Supporting the Health and Well-Being of Medical Interpreters [Part 5]
The pandemic has tested the resolve of most healthcare workers, medical interpreters included. There are ways to help your staff, though, starting with these tips.
A Look at the History of Language Interpretation
The history of language interpreting hasn’t been explored in depth, but what we do know is clear: Interpreters have played a vital role throughout history.
Navigate Mortgage Calls with More Confidence and Skill
Mortgage-related calls contain a lot of terminology and concepts that can be difficult for interpreters to navigate. Give these helpful tips a try, and you never know — you could be the next Suze Orman!