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NISAR NIKZAD

Nisar, the dynamic force behind Translation Excellence, stands tall as its founder and CEO. This isn’t just any company—it’s a global heavyweight in boutique language services. Hailing from the vibrant city of Kabul, Afghanistan, Nisar brought his passion and expertise to the U.S. shores in 2001. In the realm of languages, he’s a titan. With 19 years under his belt, he’s worn hats from a linguist and instructor to a cultural bridge-builder and curriculum craftsman.

Key skills that define a professional interpreter

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Key Points • Professional interpreters require advanced language and communication skills.• Cultural awareness is one of the most important interpreter skills.• Different industries require specialized interpretation skills and terminology.• Training and certification help develop professional interpreter expertise.• Continuous learning is essential for success in the interpreting profession. Understanding Interpreter Skills and Abilities Often, bilingual people

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8 Misconceptions About Translation – Part I of II

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There is much more to translation than just switching each word from one language to another. Things like idioms, metaphors, and other figurative language cannot be translated word for word because the translation would not retain the underlying meaning. Translators must analyze sentences or paragraphs as a whole so that they can translate the intended

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Simultaneous Interpreting: Why Do You Need Two Interpreters?

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Key Points Introduction to Simultaneous Interpreting Simultaneous interpreting is a demanding profession requiring unwavering attention to detail and the ability to process, analyze, and deliver spoken language in real time. Unlike other forms of interpretation, it demands sustained mental agility, cultural awareness, and continuous professional development to meet the evolving needs of multilingual communication. The

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ER Critical Moments| Simultaneous Interpreting for Emergency Services

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Key Points The Importance of Emergency Video Interpretation in Critical Situations Emergency services are crucial across the globe. No matter who you are or where you live, you may find yourself in need of emergency services—whether medical professionals, local police, or the fire department. In such moments, communicating quickly and clearly is essential. However, even

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Pros and Cons of Telephonic Interpretation: A Remote Language Service

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Key Points Introduction In some situations, telephonic interpretation, also known as over-the-phone interpretation (OPI), is preferable over classic in-person interpretation. This remote interpretation method has its advantages and drawbacks, and can often be more time and cost-effective. This article will explore the pros and cons of telephone interpreting and provide guidance for choosing the right

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Three economies to watch in 2015

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Since 2003, the acronym BRICS has been used by foreign investors to describe some of the world’s top growing economies: Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. While these countries are still economic powerhouses as 2015 begins, other countries have growing economies that may increase their importance on the global economic stage. Here are three

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