For seasoned interpreters, this may be a restatement of the basics, but it's always good to have a refresher, especially from a knowledgeable consumer (who's also an interpreter in his own right). I'll be sharing this on Facebook for other interpreters' and students' benefit.
Mikey, I suspect you are very good at #6: accepting feedback. How do you handle it when the feedback is vague (therefore useless), or just done rudely? Wld love to see you vlog abt your approach to that in general.
Mikey, I agree!!! Also, interpreters shouldn't across their line if they are friends with the consumer. They should know when to be a friend or an interpreter.
Excellent vlog. Very helpful. My wife is in the ITP program here in Flint. She's just starting out and is ASL II right now but, WOW she is learning fast!
I'm sad that my work schedule will not allow me to continue the program right now but I will get back to it soon.
I don't know one of your signs, though. #6 "Have the skill to accept ???"
As a CODA and interpreter in training, I appreciate the sentiments here! I sincerely feel that the list you expressed is at best a CORE list of essentials that a GOOD interpreter should have. I especially liked the tenet in regards to being willing to admit flaws or mistakes and take responsibility for them. I learned about how some proverbial 'robot' interpreters who come to just 'do a job' whether it is accurate or not, are looked upon with ill will and so I thank you for your perspective.
For seasoned interpreters, this may be a restatement of the basics, but it's always good to have a refresher, especially from a knowledgeable consumer (who's also an interpreter in his own right). I'll be sharing this on Facebook for other interpreters' and students' benefit.
azsingersigner 2 years ago
Awesome! If any questions from your friends or students, feel free to get in touch with me and I could do more vlogs on this topic. :)
mkrajnak 2 years ago
Mikey, I suspect you are very good at #6: accepting feedback. How do you handle it when the feedback is vague (therefore useless), or just done rudely? Wld love to see you vlog abt your approach to that in general.
RachelQZ 2 years ago
Working on that. :)
mkrajnak 2 years ago
At 3:48 and 49, what is that sign?
3Janet 2 years ago
got it feedback
3Janet 2 years ago
Thank you for shared! I do enjoy this vlog.
jonLenois 2 years ago
Mikey, I agree!!! Also, interpreters shouldn't across their line if they are friends with the consumer. They should know when to be a friend or an interpreter.
KITTGIRL83 2 years ago
Excellent vlog. Very helpful. My wife is in the ITP program here in Flint. She's just starting out and is ASL II right now but, WOW she is learning fast!
I'm sad that my work schedule will not allow me to continue the program right now but I will get back to it soon.
I don't know one of your signs, though. #6 "Have the skill to accept ???"
Peace.
dangerics 2 years ago
Have the skills to accept _feedbacks_
:)
mkrajnak 2 years ago
As a CODA and interpreter in training, I appreciate the sentiments here! I sincerely feel that the list you expressed is at best a CORE list of essentials that a GOOD interpreter should have. I especially liked the tenet in regards to being willing to admit flaws or mistakes and take responsibility for them. I learned about how some proverbial 'robot' interpreters who come to just 'do a job' whether it is accurate or not, are looked upon with ill will and so I thank you for your perspective.
Daluris 2 years ago
Mikey~ Excellent vlog! Always respected each other over religion, politic, family value and culture only we put our differences aside.
Cheers :)
CharlestheRogue 2 years ago