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What do embassy translators do and how do they contribute toward carrying out the mission of a foreign embassy in the U.S.?

Of all the ways to market your skills, getting an article in a publication or posted to a blog your clients will read is my all-time favorite method.

Do you know someone who would make a good potential candidate for ATA’s Board of Directors? Here’s your chance to help shape the future of the Association!

Knowing that she had to adapt the content of her presentation to the short attention span of three- to five-year-olds, this year’s School Outreach winner used a role-play exercise and some interactive activities to explain the difference between translation and interpreting.

Giving feedback is not just a matter of half-listening and then telling your practice partner, “Yeah, that was great.” Practicing with a partner or in groups involves not only giving feedback to others, but learning to accept their feedback.

Most translators probably associate the term “ergonomics” with office chairs and keyboards. While these factors are all relevant, there is a much broader definition.

The consultative approach to project management has long-term benefits, not only for specific clients, but for the profession as a whole.

Despite all the money being spent to design and implement sophisticated relief programs, usually little thought is given to addressing the inevitable challenges to be faced when trying to communicate important information to non-English-speaking individuals.

Whatever the specific theme of a conference or event, all participants stand to benefit from a collaborative approach.