How eight years living abroad and feeling assumptions on my apperance too often helped me develop awareness on inclusive language. Words matter.
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Many companies operate in multiple countries, utilising English as the lingua franca for seamless communication. However, when it comes to offices in Spain, where English proficiency might not be uniformly high, challenges can emerge, impacting efficiency and productivity. In this blog post, we will delve into the pain points faced by companies in this scenario
Do you have an office in Spain? Are you working in English? Let’s talk! Read More »
In the dynamic landscape of global business, effective communication is a cornerstone for success. As companies expand their operations and engage with diverse stakeholders, investing in language training for employees has become a strategic imperative. This blog post explores the tangible improvements in Return on Investment (ROI) associated with English language training, presenting key statistics
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Discover how effective English communication can bridge cultural gaps and strengthen partnerships in the third sector. In the interconnected world of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), fostering partnerships across borders is crucial for addressing global challenges. However, the path to successful collaborations is often obstructed by cultural gaps that can impede effective communication. In this blog post,
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As globalization continues to change the face of the business world, more and more companies are operating in a multicultural and multilingual environment. For many organizations, English has become the default language of business, and employees are expected to be proficient in it, regardless of their native language. However, for non-native English speakers, maintaining fluency
Ongoing Language Training – A benefit, not a burden! Read More »
At the end of 2022 an interesting report was published that ranked countries worldwide based on their English speaking proficiency. In this post we are going to look at European countries and how they have faired on the English Proficincy Index. It is worth saying from the outset that the report (published by EF Education
English Language Proficiency in European Countries And Recommendations for Businesses. Read More »
I’ve worked with many people from various countries that have a different culture to my own. One of the most important things I’ve learned is that there are many differences in how we understand and interpret what each other says and does. When people from different cultures work together, issues such as managing, efficiency, productivity,
Cross-Cultural Working. Is it Really That Important? Read More »
Providing English language training for your staff is a smart move if you have offices located in various countries, especially if your language of communication is English. However, there are benefits that go far beyond the acquisition of a langauge. Some of those are very desirable to many companies and organisations, so let’s have a
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