Blog Posts Archives – LTC Language Solutions

The following statements may surprise you, but believe it or not, studies have shown that unfortunately this is a growing trend in employee safety: Hispanic and Latino workers have the highest workplace fatality rate of any group Hispanic and Latino fatality rates are nearly 50% higher than the overall rate Hispanic and Latino fatality rates […]

It would be a challenge to find an industry in modern times that has not been turned on its head at least once by the advent of a new technology. Most industries find themselves sprinting to catch up with a new technological advancement every week. And while an industry such as interpretation that relies so […]

Communication is the foundation for every business relationship, whether it’s relationships with clients, colleagues, or subordinates. What’s more, the level and quality of communication in a team or organization has a direct impact on its success. Unfortunately, however, communication skills are some of the most oft-cited skills lacking in the current job force. Poor communication […]

The American workplace has evolved significantly in the last few decades. Long gone are the days of solitary work in a dim cubicle with the only interaction with colleagues taking place at the coffee pot. Now, the name of the game is collaboration. And because of this shift, the ability to work in teams has […]

At a time of unprecedented access to information, with books being published at higher rates and hundreds of articles published each day on topics related to business leadership, there still seems to be something missing. Despite all of the available data, a skills gap looms large. Perhaps the most concerning skill left off the table […]

There are two primary modes of interpretation — simultaneous and consecutive. Both are used to bridge language and cultural barriers, but understanding how and when to use both types is essential. First, let’s start off by outlining some critical differences between simultaneous and consecutive interpreting. Simultaneous Interpreting Simultaneous interpreters listen to the speaker and speak […]

Deaf History Month, observed nationwide every year from March 13 through April 15, celebrates Deaf history and, in particular, contributions made by Deaf community and the Hard of Hearing to American culture and society. According to verywell.com, Deaf History Month, by design, spans three key events impacting the Deaf community that occurred in American history: […]

Employee retention and skills gaps remain some of the top concerns for talent development professionals. This challenge is felt most strongly in industries where retention is consistently low, such as hospitality. The hurdles grow when your workforce is multicultural and lacking in essential skills, such as fluency in English and business communications. Hospitality is an […]

LTC Language Solutions, a full-service language company, was recently recognized as one of the “Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America” by Entrepreneur magazine’s Entrepreneur360™ List, a premier study delivering the most comprehensive analysis of private companies in America. For its annual 360 List, Entrepreneur Magazine receives applications from U.S. privately owned companies who are then evaluated […]

Tucked in the Southwestern edge of Orlando, Florida lies a place that is truly unique. A place whose sole purpose is to make the dreams of children with life-threatening illnesses come true. Give Kids the World village is a beautiful, 84-acre resort that is specifically designed to accommodate any and every need of wish families […]