5 Reasons Sign Language Interpreting Is The Best Profession

Looking for a career that definitely doesn't suck?

1. Each day is different

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There is a lot of variety on the job! Interpreters need to be prepared for just about anything. I might interpret a dentist appointment in the morning, and then a sold out rock concert at night!

2. You work with amazing people

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My clients are passionate hard-working individuals who I truly enjoy being around. Sometimes I even get to meet superstars like the ladies who host The View; or Chef Kurt Ramborger, who was a contestant on Food Network's Chopped!

3. Its a growing field

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While all your peers are job hunting like crazy, you're already filling up next month's work schedule.

4. Deaf culture rocks!

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There is a whole world of sign language art, music, and Deaf literature to discover. If you have never witnessed a Deaf poetry slam, you're really missing out!

5. You actually love going to work

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Interpreters get the privilege of facilitating conversations between two people who would otherwise have difficulty communicating. It's a job that truly matters.

I feel good when deaf individuals receive the equal access they deserve. I also get to help hearing people connect with the Deaf culture that exists silently around them.

It's not an easy job, but it is the most rewarding career I can imagine!