Companies that employ a multilingual workforce face a unique challenge when it comes to workplace communications. While English may be the common language in business, that doesn't mean everyone is equally proficient. This can lead to...
When it comes to customer service, language barriers can be some of the biggest obstacles businesses face. Miscommunication can lead to frustration on both sides, often resulting in customers not getting the help they need. Over 7,000 different...
Improving teamwork starts with good communication, and that's hard to accomplish if there are language barriers. Imagine being one of your employees with limited English and being bombarded on a daily basis with slang such as: “let’s get something...
At its core, business is about communication. Whether you're communicating with your employees, your customers, or your suppliers, being able to effectively communicate is essential for ensuring that everyone is on the same page and that your...
We’ve all seen terrible translations that are barely comprehensible and unenjoyable to read, but there are ways to produce excellent translation quality even if you’re not completely fluent in the language. #1 Find a Native Speaker to Help It...
Business is global. Business is about people. Do your high-potential employees communicate effectively and confidently enough with colleagues and customers in this highly-competitive, globalized marketplace? Are they poised to lead your...
Understanding, and being understood, is crucial to feeling safe in serious situations. For those who are unfamiliar with the languages spoken by healthcare providers, this is not always a given. Over-the-phone interpretation is critical in...
In the global marketplace today, attaining top employee performance is based on employees being able to communicate effectively and clearly to help achieve overall corporate goals. In order for businesses to excel there is now an increased demand...
Having a multicultural workforce is a huge asset in the global business world. As more companies look to diversify their workforce to ensure these employees excel, a successful corporate language program is important to help close the gap in...