
The Pros and Cons of Language Testing
Cafe Lingo, Interpreter ResourcesHiring best practices dictate that you verify a candidate’s skill set before you make an offer. When it comes to interpreters, translators, and bilingual employees, that means evaluating language skills. Yet even if you’re fluent in the…

The Life-or-Death Stakes of 911 Interpreting
Cafe Lingo, Interpreter ResourcesImagine your house is on fire. You frantically dial 911, but the operator hangs up because you spoke in Spanish. A terrifying thought, right? Unfortunately, this may have happened to Heriberto Santiago Jr. of Allentown, Pennsylvania on July…

Why Google Translate Can’t Replace Legal Interpreters
Cafe Lingo, Interpreter Resources“Google Translate is a useful tool with an alarming capacity for error.” That’s what a Pennsylvania District Judge wrote in his October 2021 ruling on a case that involved obtaining information from a Spanish-speaking driver through the…

3 Common Myths About Interpreting
Cafe Lingo, Interpreter ResourcesDespite the increasing demand for interpreters, those who hire them typically know little about the profession. As a result, numerous misconceptions about training, requirements, and costs continue to spread. To dispel some of the misinformation,…

Why We Need Remote Interpreters During Open Enrollment
Cafe Lingo, Interpreter ResourcesAs the 2022 Open Enrollment Period nears, health insurance providers are gearing up to assist millions of people who wish to enroll in affordable coverage. From November 1st to December 15th, U.S. citizens and legal residents will be eligible…

Why EQ Matters in Interpreting (And How to Improve Yours)
Cafe Lingo, Interpreter ResourcesInterpreters aren’t strangers to stress. From medical emergencies to police investigations, they frequently navigate emotionally charged situations. Even events such as business meetings or parent-teacher conferences can become contentious.…

Four Influential Hispanic Interpreters and Translators
Cafe Lingo, Interpreter ResourcesDid you know? September 15 to October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month! Established in 1988, it commemorates the contributions, cultures, and heritage of Hispanic Americans. In honor of this occasion, we’re highlighting the works of…

How to Support Afghan Interpreters and Other Refugees – UK Resources
Cafe Lingo, Interpreter ResourcesDespite efforts to assist vulnerable Afghans during the U.S. evacuation of Afghanistan, tens of thousands remain in danger. Those who assisted U.S. and NATO troops—including interpreters—are among the highest risk of being arrested or killed…

How to Support Afghan Interpreters and Other Refugees – Canadian Resources
Cafe Lingo, Interpreter ResourcesThe Taliban takeover of Afghanistan has sent the country spiraling into a humanitarian crisis. Although at least 12,000 Afghans have been evacuated via the Kabul airport, tens of thousands of others remain in danger. Those who supported the…