The book “How to become a translator?” intended for students and schoolchildren who have decided to join the profession of translator. From this book they will learn how to prepare themselves for written and oral translation, simultaneous and sequential; get acquainted with the peculiarities of the work of a simultaneous interpreter at international conferences and forums; will get an idea of what literary translation is. In addition, they will learn what the life of a professional translator consists of, what to do when working with a president or minister, with a prominent scientist or high-ranking military officer; how to behave when faced with natives of Ghana or unceremonious students of Washington, etc. The book contains facts from the author’s personal rich professional experience that will be of interest not only to students, but also to a wide range of readers.