Most people have a bucket list- a list of things to do before they die. For the past few months, I feel that my career has taken a pause. While options abound, I am not sure of my next step. For the first time, I am not working directly towards a goal. Graduate from ITP- check. Get an interpreting job- check. Pass the NIC- check. Complete my MA degree....add to bucket list.
I have been staying very active with my profession as a freelance interpreter and through my work with PCRID and RID. Now, I am contemplating the next steps. Admittedly, I love my work but am starting to feel burned out by the commuting and the hussle & bussle that is DC life. My husband and I are planning to buy a house next spring/ summer, so now seems like an excellent time to evaluate my life priorities and professional goals.
My Bucket List:
-Achieve EIPA and/or OTC certification
-Complete my Masters degree (Obtaining Graduate Certificate in Ethics from George Mason University may be good first step. I am currently considering Western Oregon University's MA program, however I cannot apply for program until 2013 because of how their program is designed. It sounds very promising though...)
-Become an Interpreter Trainer
-Publish in the Journal of Interpretation
-Present workshop at VRID and/or PCRID conference
-Present workshop at regional or national conference
-Attend WASLI conference
-Attended Siena School in Italy
-Win lottery so I can complete bucket list ;-)
What is on your bucket list?
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