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Does having another language under your belt help you become more competitive in job hunting?

I am currently studying another language and wanted to know if it really makes a difference when searching for a future career. #foreign-languages #language-skills

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Kaylee’s Answer

Yes! Shows adaptability, student mentality/willingness to learn and companies have clients that speak foriegn languages. If one can reach a wider audience this makes you more attractive to emploers.
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Yes! Shows adaptability, student mentality/willingness to learn and companies have clients that speak foriegn languages. If one can reach a wider audience this makes you more attractive to emploers.
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Yasemin’s Answer

Hi Keiera, I definitely think so! I think being able to expand your knowledge to include another language and overcome communication barriers is a tremendous help in career choices. I hope to become a doctor and while volunteering in the ER I have patients that speak Spanish, even though I don't know the language efficiently, I picked up on a few phrases. That being said, just being able to communicate and see the relief of a patient because a barrier is overcome for them, even if in a small way, is truly rewarding. I also think it's great to learn another language because you definitely expose yourself to another culture as well and that could make your networks and relationships in your life stronger and better. P.S. If you want to include more practice check out Duolingo, it's free and it's a great way to keep learning languages.

Best of luck!

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Kim’s Answer

Living in Texas?
Most definitely!
I'm in San Antonio, and cannot begin to tell you how many jobs I did not qualify for because I do not speak Spanish.
Some jobs even pay you more if you are bilingual.
I don't know about languages other than Spanish - I guess it depends on the job and location. I know Houston is much more multi-cultural than San Antonio.
A second language is in high demand in the legal/law enforcement fields, as well as medical and customer service.
What field are you considering?
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Ana’s Answer

Yes, 100%. Knowing another language is good for both you personal and professional life. If you can speak another language you have the ability to speak and interact with more people. You are also exposed to another culture and people. It opens literally a whole other world
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