One of the most valuable investments companies can make in today’s globalized economy is to improve their employees’ language skills in another language as well as their cultural awareness. There are a plethora of language training and development programs to choose from for businesses who are seeking to improve their workforce communication skills and effectively […]
Continue readingMultilingualism: A Key Factor in the Future of Successful Business Interactions
Studies show that multilingualism will continue to be an important aspect of the world economy in the future. Globalization and digital connectivity are the order of the day when it comes to doing business. Interactions involving people or businesses from different countries are now increasingly common. Companies capable of communicating effectively with customers and partners […]
Continue readingThe Rise of Language Proficiency Assessments for a Remote Workforce
Working remotely has become “the norm” in different fields. After the pandemic, most employers have acknowledged the importance of adapting to another way of developing long-lasting working relationships, building trust with their customers, and advancing their businesses in a diverse economy. Nowadays, many employees don’t have to transport themselves to a designated office, and the […]
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 readingAdvocating for Multilingualism and Language Education: 2023 Language Advocacy Days
On February 8-10, a few of LTI’s colleagues had the privilege of participating in the JNCL-NCLIS Language Advocacy Days. This annual event, delivered virtually, brings language educators, students, and leaders together to discuss issues surrounding language education and to advocate for multilingualism and quality language education. Participating in this event was an incredibly inspiring experience. […]
Continue readingSix Benefits of Hiring Bilingual Employees
Every year, entrepreneurs start new businesses and existing ones seek to grow. As more competition enters your market, you need to find new ways to increase your profits and create solutions for your customers’ needs. One of the best ways to achieve your growth goals is to hire bilingual employees. Discover the benefits of hiring […]
Continue readingLanguage Accessibility for Better Business Now and in the Future
Most industries in the United States are operating in a globalized economy. It is important to consider the needs of non-English speakers, especially in areas with large populations of immigrants or where multiple languages are spoken by your customer base. According to a survey entitled “Making Languages Our Business: Addressing Foreign Language Demand Among U.S. […]
Continue readingHow to Create a Bilingual Pay Differential Policy
Do bilingual people get paid more than monolingual individuals? Should you pay your bilingual employees more money for their world language skills? Bilingual differential pay is a topic you must consider as you seek to pay your employees fairly and attract more bilingual talent to your team. Test Your Employees’ Language Skills Many employees and […]
Continue readingMeet a Language Superhero: Katie Hedrick
Katie Hedrick is the Community Inclusion Coordinator of the City of Roanoke’s Community Engagement department in Virginia. One of her responsibilities is to run a Bilingual Incentive Pay Program to address the concerns and needs of Roanoke’s diverse 100,000 residents. Katie successfully implemented the program across all departments, and to date, many of the city […]
Continue readingHow to Test for Language Proficiency in Your Hiring Process
Understanding how to determine language proficiency during the hiring process is essential. Language proficiency testing provides accurate results employers can rely on. Administering a language proficiency test for employment purposes ensures businesses and corporations hire the best candidates for open positions. Test Prospective Employee Language Skills The Benefits of Hiring Bilingual Employees There is a […]
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