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