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How successful Training Managers help their teams overcome language barriers

In a globalized world, effective communication with business partners from all around the world is essential for multinational companies. „Language barriers can be a major obstacle to achieving this. Successful Training Managers understand this challenge and implement innovative strategies to help their colleagues overcome these barriers. Over the past 15 years in the market, we have been delighted to see numerous examples of good practice among our clients.”, stated Aura Icodin, CEO and Founder of A_BEST Foreign Language Center.

But what exactly do these Training Managers actually do to ensure smooth and effective communication?

First of all, they create customized learning programs because they understand the particular linguistic needs of their employees. Each department and each employee can have different requirements regarding the target foreign language. As a result, they develop personalized programs that focus on the necessary languages for each team and their individual language levels.

Secondly, they integrate technology in the language learning process, making sure that e-learning platforms and applications are used. These technologies enable employees to learn in a flexible and effective manner, allowing them to access linguistic resources anywhere and anytime.

Another effective way of overcoming linguistic barriers is target language immersion. A skillful Training Manager organizes various programs with native speakers. Moreover, the Training Manager encourages employees to attend international conferences, webinars and meetings with foreign business partners to provide them with real-life opportunities to improve their language skills.

At the same time, in order to ensure the effectiveness of training programs, Training Managers constantly assess their employees’ progress, requesting language proficiency assessments, feedback from business partners and self-assessments. This data allows adjusting the training programs in order to meet the employees’ needs and constantly improve their effectiveness.

Last, but not least, a successful Training Manager promotes an open and inclusive company culture, where employees are encouraged to improve their language skills and collaborate effectively. They can organize cultural events, team-building sessions and networking activities, that promote diversity and inclusivity. This creates a positive work environment, where employees feel supported and motivated to overcome language barriers.

In conclusion, not only do successful Training Managers provide their colleagues with foreign language courses, but they also implement comprehensive strategies to overcome language barriers. “When it comes to A_BEST corporate clients, we have noticed that personalized programs, technology, progress assessment and promoting an open company culture helped streamline communication within the company.”, added Aura Icodin.

*Photo: Aura Icodin – CEO & Founder, A_BEST Foreign Language School.

About A_BEST Foreign Language Center

A_BEST was founded in 2008 and is currently one of the leading independent centers for learning foreign languages in Romania. A_BEST provides complete first-rate linguistic services: foreign language courses – general / business / specialized language, open / corporate; Romanian courses for expats, foreign language courses for children, internationally recognized exams; translations; linguistic audit; events for the academic environment.

With a portfolio of more than 15 foreign languages, three international and one national accreditation, A_BEST Foreign Language Center has had, since 2008, over 400 corporate clients (national and multinational companies from various industries, such as: FMCG, retail, logistics, banking, PHARMA, transport, banking, IT&C, TELECOM, insurance, tourism...)