Translating Safety in Your Workplace
Interpreting,Language Services,Translation
September 7, 2017
According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the employment of translators and interpreters is expected to grow by 29 percent from 2014 to 2024. This is attributed to an increase in globalization along with a more diverse population in the United States. A more diverse population may also mean an increase in multilingual employees or employees with limited…
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Globalize Your Video Marketing with Smart Translation
August 18, 2017
Video has become an integral part of marketing. As one of the more time intensive and expensive line items in a marketing strategy, why not make that spend stretch to reach as many people as possible? Ensure your marketing videos are equipped with some smart translation techniques. Here’s why: 4x as many people prefer to watch videos about products than to read about them 40% say they are more…
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Medical Interpreter Training Program – Fall 2017
August 15, 2017
Medical Interpreter Training Program - Fall Schedule-2017October 28-29, November 11-12, November 18-19 (weekend schedule) Hours: 8:30 am until 5:00 pm For more information, please submit an inquiry form which can be accessed at https://www.metaphrasislcs.com/contact/ or call 815-464-1423.
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Translation’s Role in Global B2B Marketing
News,Language ServicesTranslation
July 14, 2017
B2B marketing strategies are continually shifting as companies work to expand into markets outside their borders. Additionally, B2B transactions are typically larger and the sales cycle longer than direct to consumer. With significant time investment on the sales side, every possible efficiency should be taken and every advantage utilized. One way to do that is through a holistic approach to…
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Language Diversity Affects EVERY Business
News,Interpreting,Language Services,Translation
June 29, 2017
In order for businesses to communicate effectively with all of their employees and consumers, it is a good idea to gain thorough understanding of the current language diversity in the United States. There are more than 300 languages which are relatively common in the US, according to the 2011 American Community Survey. You can see evidence of this diversity in everything from the bilingual signs…
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Giving & Gaining: Meet the Metaphrasis Summer Interns
June 21, 2017
Congratulations to our future leaders! We love our community and believe in giving back locally, as we have been given much. At Metaphrasis, we make sure it is part of our annual corporate charter to seek out opportunities to partner and improve our Greater Chicago area. One of the ways we do this is by our investment in the youth of our community. Over the years we have partnered with…
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Elizabeth Colón Receives 2017 “Latinas in Business Award”
June 16, 2017
Elizabeth Colón, president and founder of Metaphrasis Language and Cultural Solutions, Inc, will be awarded the Negocios Now 2017 Latina in Business Award at its annual Who’s Who in Hispanic Chicago gala event, to be held July 14, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Read the full announcement.
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When Should I Bring an Interpreter to a Meeting?
News,Interpreting,Language Services,Translation
June 8, 2017
When to Bring an Interpreter to a Meeting Having an interpreter at a business meeting can prove to be a huge asset when you are conducting business with international clients and business prospects. So, when is it appropriate to provide an interpreter to help you conduct business more effectively? When you’re dealing with partners or prospective customers that do not speak your language…
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Medical Interpreter Training Program-Summer 2017
May 24, 2017
Medical Interpreter Training Program-Summer Schedule-2017 July 22-23, Aug 12-13, Aug 26-27 (weekend schedule) Hours: 8:30 am until 5:00 pm For more information, please submit an inquiry form which can be accessed at https://www.metaphrasislcs.com/contact/ or call 815-464-1423.
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