Blog 18: Fourth Interview Preparation

Post 20 open-ended questions you want to ask an expert in your field concerning your senior project. The focus of your questions should be on your answer to your EQ.

1. What is the purpose of interpreting?
2. What is the most important aspect of interpreting?
3. How does creativity tie into interpreting, if at all?
4. What does it mean to be fluent in a language?
5. What is the best way to achieve fluency?
6. What is the best way to deal with words that don't have an equivalent in the target language
7. Does an interpreter’s accent affect what the people listening think about the interpreter and/or what is being said?
8. What is the best way to make sure you have a realistic accent?
9. How important is it to know the culture of a language?
10. What role does a person's culture play in their understanding of a message/interpretation?
11. What aspects of culture are most important to know?
12. What are some strategies you use when you encounter someone who is difficult to interpret for?
13. How important is it to go through some kind of formal interpreter training?
14. How has your training helped you in the "real world" of interpreting?
15. What is the greatest challenge you have encountered while interpreting?
16. How can you be sure the audience is understanding your interpretation?
17. How can an interpreter best ensure understanding between people who do not speak the same language?
18. How can I go more in-depth on my EQ?
19. How can I improve any of my three answers?
20. To you, what is the best part of being an interpreter?