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Can learning a second #language make you a more compassionate leader? Short answer: yup! Did you know that learning a new language can foster #empathy among your #employees? A study by the University of Chicago found that #bilingual individuals exhibit higher empathy and sensitivity toward other cultures. Call it whatever you want - soft skills, emotional intelligence, EQ - they're the difference between having a healthy workforce and not. Technical skills are great, but they're only half the battle. Your workforce needs well-rounded, compassionate, empathetic leaders to thrive. Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q02BqGNy0

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Susan Gibbs

English, French, German Language coach and translator/reviewer. Personalized and meaningful learning

1mo

Most certainly. Learning languages also gives us insight into the respective cultures. This is much needed in today’s diverse workplaces.

Daniel Casas

Graphic Designer | Art Director | Branding | Brand Btrategist | Communication Specialist

1mo

Sure! It shows the effort to listen and be understood properly. Communication takes place in a much more precise and empathetic way. In addition, of course, to the immense knowledge that learning a new language brings, both technical and cultural.

With all the obvious and profound benefits of learning a new language, why are the vast majority of language teachers and coaches who facilitate these benefits not adequately paid?

Fiker Assefa

Teacher at Flipper International School

2w

Let me teach you my language 😍

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