Translating Safety in Your Workplace

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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Medical Interpreter Training Program – Fall 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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Language Diversity Affects EVERY Business

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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Multilingual Marketing – Reach More Customers With Your Message

Your clients, customers & audiences may need you to make more effort…in language that is. When marketing, there’s a natural expectation that organizations will make an effort to understand the language & cultural differences among various customer populations, countries & cultures. Are you overlooking this important aspect of marketing? Let's Get In Touch!

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When Should I Bring an Interpreter to a Meeting?

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

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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Seeking Interpreters to Add to Metaphrasis Team

We Are Hiring!We are seeking language professionals to join our team. If you have the ability and passion for providing superior service in everything you do, with a smile, and are inspired by the understanding of others, then we want to hear from you! Below is the current list of specific languages we are seeking to add to our team: Italian Polish Russian Bosnian Vietnamese Greek Farsi…

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Does Your Company Speak Human?

Language and culture don’t have to divide us…Because there is a language that we all share: compassion, laughter, struggles, love, a need to belong. Even when we don’t share an understanding of words, we can connect through customs, cuisine, and creativity. “Speaking human” allows us to reap the benefits of living in a diverse society. Experiencing other cultures through food and the arts…

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Marketing to Hispanics

Your clients, customers and audiences may need you to make more effort…in language that is. When working internationally, there’s a natural expectation that organizations will make an effort to understand the language and cultural differences among various countries and cultures. But within the U.S., linguistic and cultural differences are often overlooked—most notably, the fast-growing U.S.…

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Everybody Wins When You Choose to Go Local!

Today’s business partnerships are about efficiency, best value and bottom line. Many interpret that to mean the lower the price, the better the partnership. We are here to tell you, that’s not always the case! When faced with a buying decision in translation or interpreting, “going local” can mean better efficiency, value and better bottom line. Here’s why. There are far-reaching advantages to…

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