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Why Global Enterprises Need Business English [infographic]

And what you risk if you ignore the critical need for a single common language of business  In June, we participated in the 2012 Economist Talent Management Summit in London, England. At the event, we co-sponsored an executive poll with … Continue reading »

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How to Cure a Case of Globalitis

It’s a condition that can hold you back—but it doesn’t have to be terminal. Last week, we shared the three ugly symptoms of Globalitis, a condition that can easily strike companies working to expand their global footprint. We reviewed how … Continue reading »

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Globalization, Technology and a Scarcity of Qualified Global Talent

Is your global workforce helping your organization or holding it back? As companies expand across geographies, managing a global workforce becomes a major challenge. Companies need to have a plan in place to enable employee collaboration and communication in order … Continue reading »

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The New Breed Of Global Talent

The new workforce must be innovative, inquisitive and adaptable Globalization isn’t just about businesses evolving to meet the needs of a changing economy; the talent pool will be expected to adjust too. And a rapidly changing global economy demands talent that is … Continue reading »

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Sports Are Businesses Too!

How the need for Business English proficiency applies to professional athletes Business may not be a sport but are sports businesses themselves? Think about all the countries that have franchises in soccer, baseball or hockey making millions or even billions—they … Continue reading »

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How To Improve Team Performance Using Business English Proficiency

Effective communication and collaboration leads to tangible business gains There’s no denying that English has become the language of business. And as more companies expand their global footprint, the ability for teams to effectively communicate and collaborate across borders has … Continue reading »

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A More Social World is a Flatter World

The social economy is intertwined with the need for English-based global commerce No one can dispute the growth of social media and social applications in the last five years. In every context imaginable—business, personal and political—one cannot ignore the power … Continue reading »

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