If you review job postings in the market, you will see that many of them require knowledge of a foreign language. In fact, many corporate companies publish their job postings in English or another foreign language. Knowing a foreign language is quite important when it comes to professional life.
Today, the most sought-after language is English. Additionally, knowing one or more other languages can increase your chances for certain jobs. For example, a company with business connections in France may prioritize candidates who speak French.
In the recent past, the most preferred languages for those wanting to learn a foreign language after English were German and French. However, today's youth are also interested in learning Russian, Italian, Arabic, and Japanese. Technological advancements are increasing companies' desire to expand globally and facilitating this process. Companies engaged in import and export, and those establishing connections with foreign companies, value their employees' knowledge of foreign languages.
The fact that English is the most common and sought-after language is undeniable. If you have to focus on a single language, it would be wise to choose English. However, knowing Arabic, Russian, or Japanese is also a valuable asset. The number of people proficient in these languages in our country is lower compared to those who speak English. Therefore, the number of applications received by a company looking for someone who knows Russian will be lower than those received by a company seeking English-speaking personnel.
According to a survey conducted in 1985, knowledge of foreign languages, other than English, is a very important criterion and reason for preference for more than 40% of employers. While employers prefer candidates who know foreign languages, the proportion of those who do not prioritize this quality is also around this figure. The proportion of those who do not value foreign languages at all is below 20%.
If you have a dream of working abroad, knowing a foreign language can increase your chances in this regard. Companies with foreign clients sometimes send their employees abroad for training, meetings, and similar situations. Establishing connections or receiving an offer during such a trip abroad is not out of the question.
Our topic is the importance of knowing a foreign language in professional life, but we would like to remind you that this quality can also be useful during periods when you are unable to find a job or are not working. You can look for translation, article, or thesis work that utilizes the foreign language you know. This may not provide you with a satisfying monthly income, but it can help you navigate the process more comfortably.
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