Happy New Year! Interpreters and Language consultants. 2015 will prove to be one of the most exciting years in the growing profession of interpreting. That right! you heard me say it. Our industry is expanding exponentially and we will see a 12% average growth rate in opportunities. However, there are some things we must do in order to position ourselves to take full advantage of these opportunities.
One of the first things that all interpreters be they medical, community, or legal must do is seek a professional certification in their field of preference. A certification will almost secure your future. It is the key to getting noticed and being hired. So if you are not yet certified you must do so. contact the National Board of Interpreting in Healthcare. they will provide you with all you need in order to get certified.
The second most important item on the list of must do's is professional association membership. That right! just like attorneys, doctors, nurses, carpenter, electrician, you get my drift, you will need to join a professional organization of your choice. Now don't be persuaded to join one because of the name. Do your home work and see which one gives you the most for your money. Call them up and have a conversation with a representative of the organization and ask them questions regarding the organization and opportunities that they have for members. You can contact the IMIA or CCHI, or one of many others.
Thirdly, as an interpreter you must decide what your preference for employment is. What I mean is, do you want to be contracted, hired as a per diem, hired as a 40 hour employee, become a freelancer or incorporate as an LLC. This is important due to changes in the industry. Some of the best employers in our field will not contract you unless you are an established Limited Liability Company. Also, some of the previously mentioned do not pay as well. So do your due diligence and really think about this one and whats best for you. If you have to, consult with a language consulting company.
These are the three top items for an interpreter to consider going into 2015. If you want the most bang for your dollar of training in the field and really want to get ahead you must know exactly what you would like to do and how. Therefore consider your options and go full steam ahead. Success is right around the corner.
If for some reason you don't know which way to turn maybe we can help. Northeast Consulting and Interpreting are in the business of assisting professional interpreters find there way in this market and establish themselves as a contender in the field. If you would like more information feel free to contact us via email or by phone at neconsultinginterpretingllc@gmail.com or 617-934-1165. Have yourself a prosperous 2015.
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