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Learning a Second Language
It is widely known that more and more bilingual employees are needed to fit the needs of companies in many industries. A recent Career Builder post identifies healthcare, financial services, sales and marketing, social services and public services as some of the top industries actively seeking bilingual employees.
Having the ability to speak a second language, especially Spanish, is a true attribute for job seekers. If you are not already bilingual, here are a few suggestions about how to learn a second language.
Before purchasing any foreign language materials, conduct a little research about the foreign languages that are most prominent in your market. Spanish has already been mentioned and is probably the most frequently used foreign language. But there may be other languages that are just as important to your local market, for example, Creole in South Florida, or Asian languages in California and other Western states.
Check out your local community colleges or schools that specialize in foreign language such as Berlitz. Their classes are typically very affordable, and a good place to start learning correct pronunciation and grammar usage. If you are a better independent learner, there are numerous amounts of computer software and languages CDs that are available for a multitude of foreign languages.
Once you feel that you have good command of a language, be sure to highlight your language ability under "Special Skills" on your resume.
Learning a second and maybe even a third or fourth language is not only a fun and exciting challenge, but it just may help you land your dream job!
Posted by Don Boone on December 14, 2006 at 9:00 AM
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Learning a second language is so important. When I was just starting out my career there was a tremendous opportunity that I was passed up for because you had to be bi-lingual.
After that I began taking spanish classes . One year laterI took a leave of absence and went to language school in Spain where I lived with a family that did not speak english. I also enrolled in spanish classes at the local university.When I came back, I was conversationally fluent-- and within 6 months got the position I had been passed up for in the past. It was the best decision I ever made.
Now I have my 5 year old enrolled in a bi-lingual pre-k program... I think it is that important!
Posted by Lisa on December 14, 2006 10:38 AM
I am happy that more and more Americans see the importance of learning a second language; and I completely agree with you that more bilingual/trilingual employees will be needed to fit the future needs of American multinationals! The knowledge of two or more foreign languages (e.g. Spanish, Portuguese, French, etc.) is a huge advantage, not only at work, but also in your private life!
With best wishes,
Maurits van den Noort
Posted by Maurits van den Noort on January 28, 2007 3:49 PM
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