On episode 2 of the second Translation Podcast season, I chat with Urmi Hossain—a polyglot, author, and advocate for women’s empowerment. We explore her journey across languages and cultures, sharing insights on growth, mentorship, and storytelling beyond borders. Urmi also talks about breaking barriers, embracing challenges, and the power of connecting people through language.
00:00 Introduction to Urmi Hossain
04:29 The Journey of a Multilingual Life
10:35 Strategies for Language Learning
14:40 Balancing Professional and Personal Life
17:26 Navigating a Career in Finance
21:35 Building a Personal Brand as a Translator
26:32 The Importance of Public Speaking
31:55 Lessons from Corporate Leadership for Translators
34:52 The Importance of Face-to-Face Networking
36:48 Women Empowerment in Male-Dominated Fields
40:05 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
43:52 The Role of Mentorship in Professional Growth
47:51 Self-Publishing Journey and Personal Growth
56:34 Creativity as a Key to Professional Identity
Urmi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/urmihossain
https://www.amazon.ca/Discovering-Your-Identity-Interracial-Struggle/dp/B0B6XJ6Y3Q
Daniela: https://dgbromaniantranslation.com https://bio.site/thetranslationpodcast
