International Business

Robert MacNeil, a writer of many great historical articles, was once, a journalist and news anchor. In his article, “English Belongs to Everybody”, MacNeil responds to the fear of many Americans who believe that Spanish will soon sweep over English. He argues that English can not be diluted by any other language as “it has prospered and grown because it was able to accept and absorb changes,”

English today is the most commonly used global language for commerce and it is the main language of the international diplomacy. And maybe the most important for them, it’s the most common language on the internet. Also, the language that integrand

In a moment of inspiration, Nerriere christened it ‘Globish’.” (McCrum) Linguistic and cultural divides make conversation and business between Korean and Japanese businesses difficult, but Globish serves as a neutral medium for the two parties to talk. Globish is very simplified, and exists to assist with international business, travel, and diplomacy where a common tongue is needed. Neither side feels at a disadvantage speaking the other side’s language, especially since Globish is detached from normal English. The desire of countries to teach English to their populaces, mostly for an edge in international business, is growing. There are some 50 million people in China enrolled in “Crazy English”, a program conducted by Li Yang to teach English. The goal of this program is to help students get jobs in international businesses (McCrum). As a result of this widespread desire to learn English, the majority of the people in nations such as India, China, and assorted economically poor nations, have adopted English (or rather the simplified “Globish”) as a secondary language in hopes of economic success. This also causes English to be known by diverse peoples across the world, while many other dominant languages are much more geographically confined. English is also very prevalent in international organizations and the internet. “Indeed, over 85% of

In “Lost in Translation,” Lera Boroditsky writes to people within businesses or people who are wanting to invest in companies that work with other countries. She writes to inform and tell the reader that if getting involved with other countries you need to know what to expect. The examples she provides in her article show that language in some countries does differ from others, but it isn’t like that in every country. She writes to inform business people what they need to know before they get involved with other countries. This is why this article is published in the Wall Street Journal, Boroditsky wants all business companies to know what to expect before they get involved. Throughout the article I pulled out rhetorical choices that make the article what it is. Lera Boroditsky credibility shows through past references, significance to audience, statistical jargon through logos, and personal anecdotes.

This address as mentioned before, deals with the notion that they should abandon their mother tongue and replace it with English as their primary language. From my perspective, I believe that the people at that time in general would be offended due to the fact, that they can’t instill knowledge of their own heritage and must cope with the law. This document benefitted us in a way that it helped us reflect upon the of acceptance of language not solely as a means of communication but, value our

In addition, the audience’s attitude can be seen as diligent for individuals whose first language isn’t English, it can give them a sense of hope. For others whose first language is English, it might strike up a similar feeling but in a different

“You know, it would be easier for me to translate if you would all shut up,” Colleen muttered as she put her ear back to the headphone and tried to make heads or tails of the garbled German that was coming through. She was far better at deciphering writing, but there was no other technician in the office that morning, so they had shoved the headset to her and told her to get to work. These were the same men who would expect her to get them coffee and type up their reports by lunch.

In “Lost in Translation,” Lera Boroditsky writes to people within businesses or people who are wanting to invest in companies that work with other countries. The audience for her article is for designated for people who are interested in reading The Wall Street Journal, but within The Wall Street Journal it is directed mainly towards people that run a business. Boroditsky wrote this to express that language is important no matter what. She shares with the reader her views on the matter because her research has helped her realize that language has a big effect on people. Telling people about her research is beneficial and gives people an inside scoop on what happens around the world. Lera Boroditsky demonstrates her credibility to her

Whether one is confronted by international or non-native English speaking clients or customers, the years of Spanish or other foreign languages studied in high school can shine through, impressing whomever one is confronting. An approach to the four-year foreign language policy should not be to avoid taking it again in college, but rather to better oneself. It is no secret that the United States is the only industrialized nation that does not implement a national foreign language requirement. According to the 2006 General Social Survey, it stated: “Only 25% of American adults self-report speaking a language other than English.” (qtd. in Devlin). In countries such as Germany, Italy, and France, the numbers are more than double of the percentage, revealing a shocking contrast how much the US

Americans who travel abroad for the first time are often shocked to discover that, despite all the progress that has been made in the last 30 years, many foreign people still speak in foreign languages.

However, communication problems between non-English speaking visitors and native speaker, obviously, become common problems in Australian society even in daily activities basis. For example, overseas students misunderstand in important conditions in serious negotiation such as house rental, employment, and bank. Hotels or travel accommodations might have the same problems. Their staff might not able to understand customers’ requirement

Learning a second language, English in particular, is important these days for any adult wanting to travel widely either for work or leisure, and/or to improve their career chances within their own country. It is the language of commerce, diplomacy, tourism, marketing and customer service and sales etc. In addition (J Dearden, 2014, p2), undertook a study of the growing phenomenon of English being used as a medium of instruction (EMI) in countries where English is not the first language, this was undertaken in 58 countries all of which use EMI. This essay will look at why adults have many reasons to learn English in particular. As well as how they learn and are there some personality traits or interest which enhance their ability to learn?

Language barriers often cause issues, employees lose self-confidence and induce a sense of fear and confusion. Employees are under the notion that they are more valued to the organization when their fluency is high and in turn boosts the level of commitment (Sanchez, 2006). Lack of commitment results in reduced confidence levels and low capacity of work efficiency resulting in issues. Reluctance in approaching managers in order to communicate in high among non-English speakers (Loosemore & Lee, 2002). Lack of common understanding of a language lead to misinterpretations, lack of productivity which cost the industry losses in billions of

These words, pronounced by Jean Monnet, one of the founding fathers of the European Union, well summarize the values underlying the Union’s approach towards multilingualism.

Even in Europe, where most citizens have at least a base-level exposure to English and many speak it as a second language, English is tolerated with tourists, but when it comes to business there is an expectation that information will be presented in the consumer 's