The coronavirus pandemic is changing many aspects of our lives: how we work, how we socialize, how we shop. It is even affecting the language that we use and how we communicate. We have all had to learn new terminology to discuss the virus, and this terminology has become commonplace. We have also created new […]

COVID-19 and the resulting measures taken to prevent its spread have significantly affected the global economy. No industry has been spared, although a select few have actually seen business increase due to the virus. Many people expect that our economies will not go back to the way they were before the virus, not entirely. We […]

Technology was already an important tool for communication, work, entertainment, etc. before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Now that many of us are isolated at home and unable to work or visit other people in person, technology has taken on even more critical and unforeseen roles. Who knew that videoconferencing services such as Zoom would be […]

Translation and interpretation are incredibly important services that must be made available to everyone during the COVID-19 pandemic. We would like to take a moment to highlight the people who make this possible, and the services and initiatives they are working on. In normal circumstances, it has been shown that people who speak little to […]

It has been over a month since California issued a stay-at-home order in order to flatten the curve and slow the spread of the coronavirus. The governors of California, Oregon, and Washington recently met to discuss a joint plan for reopening their states. The timeline for this plan isn’t set in stone, but some people […]

During the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be hard to stay positive. Many of us are feeling overwhelmed, scared, and uncertain. But we think it is important to look at the good things that are happening. More people are helping each other and communicating in a way that wasn’t as common before this pandemic occurred. We […]

In difficult times, it can be hard to stay positive and focused. And that’s completely natural; it’s important to pay attention to reality and allow ourselves to feel negative emotions. However, we must find a balance and try to appreciate the positive aspects of our lives. During times of crisis, positivity can help us maintain […]

As the COVID-19 virus spreads, many states in the U.S. and countries across the world are issuing orders to stay at home for all nonessential personnel. This means that most language professionals must figure out ways to successfully complete their work remotely. Interestingly, this specific order might not affect translators all that much. Most translators […]

Every person and business, no matter their size or location, has been affected in some way by the current COVID-19 pandemic, except for a few that provide the necessities of daily life. We are all going through this crisis together, and most companies need extra help at this time. Businesses, especially small businesses, need support […]

The economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have been far-reaching, and like many others, Monterey Language Services has been keeping up to date on resources available for small businesses that have been negatively affected. We would like to share what we have found: Hard-hit small businesses in the US may be eligible for low-interest federal […]