the interpreter selected is often as important as the content and material for the meeting - it is useful to provide the interpreter with some preliminary information as educating them on the subject greatly increases their ability to effectively translate a message.

During the meeting itself the presence of the interpreter should be kept in mind at all times - one should try not to speak in long paragraphs without pauses-  it is possible that the interpreter will not translate the paragraph in its entirety if it is too long - Similarly, one should make sure to speak in complete sentences and avoid using slang, jargon, or jokes, as these can often be difficult to translate effectively.