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 […]
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Historically, as students were preparing to exit their language program as majors or minors at Brigham Young University, we would assess the students with an ACTFL OPITM with Diagnostic Comments which provides details around the rating/evaluation of their language. It was a tool in their toolbelt, but one that we gave them when they were […]
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If you are a bilingual or multilingual professional looking for industries and companies that highly value foreign language skills, it is essential to adopt a strategic approach to effectively identify and target these organizations. This process involves various steps as well as maintaining a proactive mindset to maximize opportunities. Certify Your Language Skills Today
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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 […]
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As a bilingual or multilingual individual, you can create a strong online presence that provides valuable content and helps you connect with potential employers or clients. Building a compelling profile that showcases your language skills takes a little bit of effort, but the rewards are worth it. If you have determined what you want to […]
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In today’s multilingual and multicultural economy, businesses often require a language service provider (LSP) to bridge their foreign language skills gap. According to the Association of Language Companies (ALC), globalization as well as immigration are contributing to the continued growth of the language services industries. “Effective communication helps any type of organization improve their customer/patient […]
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Bilingual and multilingual employees are an asset for any business as they help companies communicate effectively with people with different backgrounds and cultures. However, it’s important to make sure that the candidates for bilingual roles possess the required language proficiency to be able to perform in the roles. Additionally, relying solely on what someone puts […]
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