Could Learning A Second Language Help You To Succeed?

As technology has developed, the world has become more accessible than ever, and the potential for global communication has grown at an incredible rate. This development has overtaken language development dramatically, and as a result, individuals who are able to speak a second language are finding that they are in high demand.

If you’ve never considered learning a second language before, don’t be put off by negative experiences at school. These skills can be developed at any age, and can give you a head start in the employment market, as well as the chance to develop your cultural knowledge and experience.

How Could Learning A Second Language Benefit You?

See the world. While it is possible to learn a language without leaving your own home, it is easier and more efficient to learn by visiting a country that speaks the language you are learning. This helps with practical language application and understanding of culture, but also offers you a fantastic opportunity to travel and develop your skills.
Build connections. Learning a new language can open up a huge opportunity to make new friends and build connections across the world, allowing you to develop new social and business networks that will benefit you in many ways in the future.
Improve your health. Did you know that learning a second language could help you to improve your memory and your ability to multitask, as well as potentially delaying brain related diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Experts believe that challenging your brain can bring many health benefits, and learning a second language is a great way to keep your grey matter active.
Develop your career. Whatever sector or industry you work within, there are bound to be opportunities for development when you have the ability to speak a second language. Whether it is a new role within your own company, or a language based position in a different enterprise, language skills can have a very positive effect on your career progression and help you to achieve a truly fulfilling role.

Are You Seeking Manufacturing Or Engineering Jobs in Cork?

Here at CareerWise, we work with many businesses in the Medical Device, Sciences/Pharma and ICT industries, recruiting the ideal candidate for every role. Talk to our friendly team about what you are looking for, and see what we can do for you.

For roles including engineering jobs across Cork, Limerick and accounting jobs in Galway, call us at CareerWise on +353 (0) 21 206 1900 for a consultation, or contact us online today.

Joe Robbins

(Director) BBS (Hons), MBPICS – Shannon Office

Joe Robbins is co-founder of CareerWise Recruitment. A graduate of the University of Limerick (Degree in Business Studies, 1985), Joe worked in the UK for five years where he specialised in materials management, production management and plant management for a number of companies.

He returned to Ireland in 1992 to become Operations Manager for a Cork-based start-up, FMC Automotive Division which was subsequently taken over by Snap-on Equipment. Joe managed the business re-location of this company to Shannon in 1997 before setting up CareerWise Recruitment in 1999.

He is a committee member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Mid-West region, and a former Director and Vice President of the Shannon Chamber of Commerce. Joe is former Chairperson of the Sixmilebridge Camogie Club and current Chairperson of the Clare County Camogie Board.

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