Category: Barbier Inc.
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Barbier International Champions Language Access for All: A Critical Step in Assimilation and Human Rights
Barbier International reaffirms its commitment to language access for all in the United States, emphasizing the critical role it plays in the successful assimilation of immigrants and third-culture adults and children. The company stands firmly behind the research-driven understanding that providing language education in an individual’s first language significantly accelerates second-language acquisition, ensuring faster adaptation…
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Protecting Interpreters and Customer Service Agents from Deviant Callers
In the language services industry, Barbier interpreters and customer service agents act as the bridge between individuals and essential services, ensuring smooth communication across different languages and cultures. However, while our professionals work diligently to facilitate understanding, they are not immune to inappropriate or deviant behavior from callers. Shocked? Well, it happens. In 2023 survey…
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Top Ten Reasons Why High-Quality Translation Matters for Your Business
In today’s fast-paced global economy, standing out isn’t just about what you say — it’s about how well your message is understood. High-quality translations can mean the difference between being seen as just another business and becoming a trusted global brand. At Barbier, we don’t just translate words; we unlock opportunities, build bridges and ensure…
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Embracing New Beginnings: Barbier’s Call for Global Peace, Love, and Joy in New Year 2025
As the clock strikes midnight on December 31st and we bid farewell to the old year, some stand with loved ones and may even share a kiss. Barbier stands on the threshold of a new beginning, filled with infinite possibilities and boundless hope. We welcome the dawn of New Year 2025 and we ask all…
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Embracing Modernity and Global Citizenship: Celebrating Christmas 2024
As the world evolves and boundaries blur, the celebration of Christmas transcends mere tradition, embracing a tapestry of modernity and global citizenship. In 2024, amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, let us reflect on the beauty of diversity, the power of unity, and the evolving nature of Christmas traditions. Gone are the…
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The Power of the Remote Control: Project Management at Barbier International
Imagine if everything you do in your day could be controlled with a remote, but not just any remote. This one commands a powerful machine that, in the hands of a skilled conductor, can help you discover cultures, languages, and so much more. At Barbier International, every Project Manager (PM) is like that conductor, holding…
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Project Management Superheroes: The Hidden Heroes at Barbier International
In the fast-paced world of translation and interpretation, some roles might go unnoticed, but they’re absolutely essential to every project’s success. At Barbier International, our project managers are exactly that—our hidden heroes. They don’t wear capes, but they bring something even more powerful to the table: expertise, dedication and an amazing ability to ensure that…
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Embracing the Spirit of Thanksgiving 2024: Celebrating Family and the Fall Harvest
As the crisp autumn air envelops us and the leaves paint the landscape in hues of gold and amber, Team Barbier is reminded that Thanksgiving is not merely a holiday but a heartfelt celebration of family, unity, and the bountiful blessings of the fall harvest. In a world often marked by hustle and bustle or…
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Bridging Language Gaps: Project Managing Multilingual Election Materials for Oregon
Hello! My name is Yuly and I am a Barbier Project Manager. Now that the elections are over, I have had time to reflect on the importance of access to information in one’s mother tongue and how essential it is for every individual, and the electoral process is no exception. At Barbier, we are proud…
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Barbier Project Managers Master The Art of Balancing Responsibilities
At Barbier, we understand that the role of our Project Managers (PMs) are more vital than ever in today’s complex landscape of language services. Our PMs are often visualized as skilled jugglers, expertly balancing multiple tasks and responsibilities. Each spinning plate represents not only a task but also the essential skills Barbier PMs must possess…