R-E-S-P-E-C-T

As with any field in which you are compensated for the work you do. It may be a natural tenancy to be the best you can be and stand out from others. That is expected for any person that cares anything about the work they do. However the desire to be the best should not be confused with being better than others.

Really the idea of becoming a best interpreter you can would cause you to collaborate and work with other interpreters. Point being to learn from their mistakes and copy their good qualities. The idea of being better than may cause you to create a barrier and negatively compete with those that are your peers. Added to that the hard work you put in to qualify for the work you do, can be a source of bitterns between colleagues. Thinking I did all this work and I know those interpreters have not “Put in” the hard work I have.

As a professional interpreter you are required (rightfully so) to work with others in the field and even in some cases act as mentor and provide solid guidance to other interpreters.

A point to keep in mind. Always be ready to help and demonstrate respect. Because you never know when that may come back to you. When it does you wanna be able to say I'm glad I did the right thing

5.0 RESPECT FOR COLLEAGUES

Tenet: Interpreters demonstrate respect for colleagues, interns and students of the profession.

Guiding Principle: Interpreters are expected to collaborate with colleagues to foster the delivery of

effective interpreting services. They also understand that the manner in which they relate to colleagues reflects upon the profession in general.

Taken from NAD-RID CODE OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT