In the realm of international business, English has become the prevailing lingua franca (a language used between people not sharing the same native language to facilitate communication), bridging the communication gap among individuals of varying native languages. The primary objective is to ensure seamless collaboration among colleagues, clients, and customers, all in pursuit of achieving […]
Continue readingLooking Toward the Economic Horizon: Overcoming the Pitfalls of Monolingualism
Navigating the intricate economic scenario of a nation is complex—it involves a myriad of factors that contribute to its competitiveness. Language proficiency is a crucial piece of the big puzzle that can significantly enhance a nation’s competitive edge, starting from within its organizations. The United States, with its multilingual and multicultural population, faces a high […]
Continue readingMitigating Your Business’s Language Challenges with an Onsite Multilingual Team
Is your company expanding its customer base into more diverse markets or forging partnerships with international associates? Is your business poised for growth? If so, it’s a strategic moment to consider establishing an internal translation and interpreting department, staffed with the right talent to meet your business needs.
Continue readingEnhance Your Organizational Culture with an Effective Language Policy
What are the key elements to consider when developing and establishing guidelines and practices regarding language usage? A language policy outlines a company’s approach to multilingual communication. It can help to ensure consistency across the organization. The specifics of your policy will depend on the nature of the industry and some local context. It must […]
Continue readingBeyond Language Tests: How ACTFL Certificates Elevate Your Hiring Process
In today’s globalized business landscape, having employees with strong language skills is a tremendous asset. Determining an individual’s language proficiency can be a challenging task for employers. This is where the ACTFL assessments shine, offering a multitude of advantages that make them the ultimate choice for verifying the language skills of bilingual and multilingual employees […]
Continue readingUsing Metrics to Enhance Your Multilingual Business Approach
In today’s business environment, all companies are operating within a multilingual economy where diversity prevails. The continuous demand for foreign language skills across most industries, as revealed in a survey conducted for ACTFL by Ipsos with the support of Language Testing International (LTI) and Pearson, underscores the undeniable advantage of having an effective multilingual business […]
Continue readingBecome a Valuable Language Resource to a Multilingual Work Environment
As a bilingual or multilingual employee, you have a unique opportunity to help create an inclusive workplace where language diversity is valued. Use your native language or any other languages you have learned to a high level of proficiency to create a work environment of respect and understanding. “A multilingual workplace is becoming the norm, […]
Continue readingThe Pivotal Role of Languages in Ensuring Business Success in New Markets
Expanding or entering new markets always comes with fierce competition. To tap into the discovery of global possibilities, it is imperative to differentiate your business to gain a competitive edge. This becomes even more complex when the goal is to provide the best experience to non-English-speaking customers. The two essential ingredients for success in delivering […]
Continue readingLanguage Trends and Multilingual Staff Grow Future Business
The ability to speak a second language has become a necessity for many professionals and businesses alike, and this trend will not end in the foreseeable future. Even though English will likely remain a dominant global language by 2050, the prominence of other languages rising in their level of importance is a trend to keep […]
Continue readingExploring a World of Opportunities in the Hospitality Sector with Your Language Skills
The hospitality industry is designed for individuals who enjoy interacting with different people every day. The different businesses within this sector—hotels, resorts, restaurants, and more—require professionals with certain essential skills to run a successful enterprise. If you are looking for a job or pursuing a career in a field where you can apply your language […]
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