If you are an entrepreneur, or a business executive, speaking multiple languages is one of the skills that must be on top of the things you can do. Being able to speak multiple languages has a lot of advantages for business and this article discusses these:
Expand your business territory
Being able to do business in multiple countries or with people that speak other languages means business (pun intended). Learning a new language will afford you the confidence to be able to expand your business territory as you will be able to understand new markets and devise ways in which you can reach those markets.
Knowing a language is the first step to removing your fears of doing business in another territory where they speak a different language than the one you speak.
Be culture sensitive
Language is the first stop to learning and understanding a new culture. Once you learn a new language, you will be able to appreciate how and why people of a different culture act in the ways they do. This is very valuable for business because not being able to relate with the culture of others would put you at a disadvantage when doing business with them.
Improve customer service
As an entrepreneur, you will be speaking with a lot of people as you service them. Learning a new language, even your own language, will help you to serve people better.
Communication is key to a better customer service and language is at the center of all communication. Having learnt a language spoken by your customers means they will be able to know that you understand and care for their needs. This is great for business.
In addition, cultural sensitivity is also important for an excellent customer service and as we have seen, learning a language helps you to understand and appreciate people’s culture more.
Improve employee relationships
If you have employees that speak a different language than the one you speak, you will find learning a new language so rewarding as you will be able to communicate and understanding your employees’ needs better.
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