"Dr. Gross dispels some long-held myths regarding practitioner pain and offers the field of sign language interpreting practical advice on decreasing discomfort and increasing wellness. It is also an excellent reference for both novice and veteran interpreter practitioners." Dr. T. Alan Hurwitz, President, Gallaudet University
Comments on Seminars (comments on presenter are below):
Comments on Presenter:
- Take it! Pay attention! It works. I have worked to incorporate some of these points, and it has helped me tremendously. - JM
- What you have to offer rings so true and invaluable. - LH
- The aspects of Chinese medicine and acupressure really helped. I also liked being able to identify the problems with my signs. - JB
- Finally! Thank you for your attention to this crucial part of our jobs! - EF
- I learned things I never knew I needed to know. -MM
- I was actually able to feel what is right vs. wrong. - WM
- [You] must take the workshop. Many of us who have been doing this for years are now hurt and wish we had this training a long time ago. - JM
- Beneficial for all working interpreters and aspiring terps. - EP
- [You] must take the workshop. Many of us who have been doing this for years are now hurt and wish we had this training a long time ago. - JM
- Thank you so much for presenting this. We needed you a long time ago. - CH
- It was the most informative workshop I have ever taken. - SG
- Essential for avoiding injury. - AZ
- I really liked the techniques that were given to help reduce injuries. - JC
- Others need to attend your workshop. - SO
- Will be incorporating more of your materials. - SF
- It was the best way to start the school year. - LR
- It is so useful for our job. - BD
- I always learn from you and improve my work... - RH
- Take it! - GS
- Take it! - HP
- ATTEND IT!! - DS
- Come... - CH
- Well worth it - LC
- Absolutely - CM
- Excellent. You must attend. - DJ
- Thank you! - HA
- Thanks so much. - SL
- The range of issues was significant and the solutions or strategies valuable. - RB
- I would share information from the [workshop] - particularly nutrition and rest techniques. - KR
- I really liked finding physical changes I need to make while interpreting. - JW
- Well worth it regardless of whether you have felt any pain or think you need it. - CH
- I really liked videotaping my product - I had no idea of some of these [mistakes]! - CK
- I really liked how interactive the workshop was. - MH
- Good information we all could benefit from. - SG
- ...we could benefit from learning more about how to assess our work style - MM
- ...very informative and useful - good practical ideas. - RR
- Very beneficial and enlightening for self care. - MW
- I really liked learning how to empower myself. - HT
- ...it will help you take charge of your healing... - TR
- ...gave me tricks and tips to help myself. - MS
- ...I really liked learning how I can change my signing style to help protect myself. - HN
- It was very informative and positive experience. - LJ
Comments on Presenter:
- I always learn from you and improve my work and worth. - RH
- I was very impressed with her knowledge. She made you feel comfortable to ask questions. - JW
- ...language we can understand... - MB
- Presenter is very knowledgeable and personable. - JW
- Individual concerns are addressed and invited. - BO
- I really liked the hands-on group work and group diagnostics and your straightforward presentation style. - HA
- Please come back...!! - KG
- You are a very clear speaker. Amazingly Knowledgeable! I could listen to you all day! - GC
- Excellent info - great asset. - RR
- Excellent Presenter. I felt she made a personal connection with each participant. - LG
- Thank you for your helping each individual. - NT
- Presenter had great tone and approach. Interaction was very helpful. Thanks for listening!! - JS
- I really liked the enthusiasm of the presenter. - SG
- Thank you for the fine job and help you shared with us. Excellent! - TT
- The presenter was very flexible and very knowledgeable. - DL
- The presenter provides many suggestions, but does not force ideas on the participants. - DL
- Very insightful and constructively helpful. - CH
- It was fun and informative. - KR
- Truly a lovely knowledgeable speaker.-JW
- Wonderful! Thank you! Please come back! - JS
- Thanks for sharing all your hard work with us. - DL
- Your belief and love of the topic came through... - SS
- Thank you Diane! You're wonderful...! - DC
- I really liked Diane's desire to help people feel and stay feeling their best... - DC
- Diane managed the time very well. No time wasted... - KR
- Would love to have Diane come back... - JW
- I always love learning everything I can from you! - MB
- Great job as always! - ZP
- Diane has a nice supportive way of giving constructive feedback.- JW
- ...methodically delivered. Excellent presentation.-JM