How to be a good interpreter?

Interpreters help people communicate across different languages. A good interpreter has expert knowledge of each target language they are interpreting, including any issues between the two languages, such as the use of different words and contexts. Good interpreters are active listeners with a high learning capacity and the willingness to explore the cultures tied to the languages they interpret. Interpreters who increase their cultural competence through classroom learning and international travel are more likely to make positive connections with the individuals they work with on a daily basis.