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168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Laurance Cathyryn C. Grona

Laurance Cathyryn C. Grona — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 21:25:56 +0000

On this blog post, it was imparted how the English language is perceived in the entrepreneurial and professional sphere, as the key to keep pace and maintain space in the global market. Furthermore, it is insinuated, as manifested with the implementation of ‘English as the official language policy’ by well-known Japan companies, how it could be treated as a measurement or reflection of one’s competency. Indeed, English skills equates to a substantial advantage and therefore, corresponds to a massive importance. With this, I understand the outlook behind the implementation of the policy in subject, by those business organizations that have enforced it. However, I beg to disagree with its implementation and I think that the implication of the policy is quite problematic. Treating English as the official language in the workplace of countries it is not native of could oblige its citizens to be focused more on grasping proficiency and learning English than their supposed mother tongue. Relatively, it could devalue the native language of the countries it is applied in. Furthermore, the implementation of the policy in Japan is unnecessary as most customers there are Japanese who are more comfortable and proficient with the utilization Japanese Language. Having said these, I admire the judgement and reasoning of Honda’s CEO regarding the policy. As asserted, the global competitiveness that a lot of company is trying to achieve will be successfully possessed by being strategically flexible in all areas, including language use.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Carlos John Manapat

Carlos John Manapat — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 17:34:05 +0000

I think that the imposition of such an “English as official language” policy towards the echelons of the Japanese corporate world will hurt the very core of its culture, as many people would prefer hiring an interpreter over using their poor fluency skills. Such a policy would create a stigma that would affect those who are good at their mastery and those who cannot in a typical salaryman workplace. In other words, I believe that the imposition of the policy should be limited to various circles of the workplace integrated into the realms of globalization. While English has established itself as one of the world’s leading lingua franca, it would be impossible to grasp its reach to other cultures. Throughout history, the sociolinguistic culture of Japan is robust enough to adapt to the globalized society.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Zion Bishop Ortiz

Zion Bishop Ortiz — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:37:38 +0000

It’s amazing to see that although this post has been published approximately 12 years ago, it is still very relevant. With the continuous evolution of the English Language as a global language, its wide use can indeed offer numerous advantages for companies who are aiming to target the majority of the global market. Adopting a company policy that adheres to the use of ‘English only’, however, is quite a different story. Though English can increase and raise a company’s market and global competency, I believe the use of one’s local language can be much more advantageous for such a working environment — perhaps due to the objective and practical nature of the corporate world working environment.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Jann Kyla Discallar

Jann Kyla Discallar — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 11:57:06 +0000

In the competitive global market where English mostly dominates the said realm, I somehow understand some Japanese people’s sentiments about integrating English in the workplace. It is, however, somewhat drastic or “too much” to push an “English as official language policy” amongst corporations in the said country. Supporters of the said policy must first and foremost consider any impact that this may have on workers in terms of possible language discrimination/inequalities as well as its effect on Japanese culture in the workplace. Making use of English is alright, but pushing through with such policy is, in my opinion, not the way to do it. If they truly want to improve the state of English proficiency amongst Japanese workers and employees in order to keep up with globalisation, then they could perhaps address and improve on their educational system which does not exactly enforce the kind of English that could make their students decent and competent speakers. I have a Japanese cousin and from what she has told me, the English being taught at schools consisted of low-frequency vocabulary and its prioritisation on grammar over its conversational value.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Kenneth Dizon

Kenneth Dizon — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 09:53:56 +0000

In reply to linguisticslover. As leaders of a certain company, they are the ones that should be empowering their workforce; by imposing such language policies it does the exact opposite of: empowerment. Thank you for the very enlightening blog post

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: linguisticslover

linguisticslover — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 03:25:07 +0000

This article is still relevant today even if it’s already 12 years ago as companies continue to implement English for global competency but never really do a research first on how this would affect their employees’ well-being.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Maybelle Go

Maybelle Go — Sun, 27 Nov 2022 15:58:22 +0000

This article not only shows the power of language but also the power between buyer and seller. Between the buyer and seller, the buyer wields the most power because they are the ones who will purchase a product from the seller and to whom the seller must adjust. Because these companies want to promote their products to consumers all over the world, as Mikitani has stated, it is understandable why they would implement the English policy, as English has a lot of economic power. However, I do not completely agree with the policy wherein everyone has to speak in English. I think it would be okay if they had a certain group that would speak to or interact with people abroad in English, while those who focus on technical things in their work could just simply converse in their mother tongue. I believe that this policy puts additional pressure on those who are about to enter the workforce as well as those who are already there. I have some experience teaching Japanese students English as a part-time job before, and I would recall that a lot of the adults that I would teach would often say that they had to learn English for work purposes. Though it’s nice that some companies would pay for their employees’ classes, it does also add pressure for them to learn well, especially if their jobs are also stressful and hectic.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Eric Estefan B. Badong

Eric Estefan B. Badong — Thu, 24 Nov 2022 09:37:35 +0000

English has become now the language of integration and of Globalization. Reading this article made me realize once again of the different opportunities that mastery and competency on the English language could actually give a person or groups of people most especially for those who are working in the field of commerce, trade, and businesses. We cannot deny that English is powerful enough that most of us have reached already a consensus that English is indeed the language of trade and of the corporate.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Eriz Parazo

Eriz Parazo — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 19:10:40 +0000

To a great extent, globalization really caused English to emerge as a global force. However, in this particular scenario, imposing an English-as-an-official-language policy in the workplace would likely cause more harm than benefits for this holds the possibility of consequently stirring up power asymmetries and ideological exclusivities.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Zheng Wei

Zheng Wei — Sun, 20 Nov 2022 02:43:07 +0000

The English language is still widely used in international business today. Given that Japan has one of the greatest economies in the world, many businesses need to be able to compete with their foreign rivals by speaking English. In their globalized enterprises, many Japanese corporations can communicate with a wide range of rivals by using English as their official language. First of all, because they are always around English-speaking people, their employees will be able to use the four English skills at work. Second, Japanese businesses may dismantle the hierarchical society that has been corrupted by customs like the attitude of reverence for the elderly. As a result, it is feasible to foster an atmosphere where individuals with exceptional creativity can openly discuss their ideas. Third, Japanese businesses can employ English to increase productivity and avoid the inconvenience of communicating with overseas businesses. As a result, it is obvious that Japanese businesses should mandate that their staff members utilize English at work since it is the best and only way to prosper in the age of globalization.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: paulaysabel

paulaysabel — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 04:47:25 +0000

I really like how the CEO of HONDA clearly stated his opinion that the adoption of English as the language of their workplace in Japan will have a negative impact on the overall quality of the workforce. Because many Japanese workers are not that proficient with the English language. It just shows how great of a leader he is, he values competent workers rather than incompetent English proficient workers. Yes, adopting English as the official workplace language could be beneficial for certain jobs but should not be applied to the entire corporate structure.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Ingrid Piller

Ingrid Piller — Sun, 13 Nov 2022 21:56:16 +0000

In reply to Ghayle Roam D. Noche.

Thanks, Ghayle! Keep in mind that a company’s internal and external language do not necessarily need to be the same … we also shouldn’t assume that consumers have higher levels of proficiency than workers – in fact, they are often the same people …

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Ghayle Roam D. Noche

Ghayle Roam D. Noche — Sun, 13 Nov 2022 07:11:07 +0000

It is reasonable that several companies consider extending their market by establishing an English language policy at work. English, as a global lingua franca, can help businesses interact with a broader customer base. This can substantially improve the company’s marketing brand and reputation; yet, I agree that it might have a considerable impact on the worker’s competency. where language competency becomes a crucial component that can either dismiss or promote a worker. Owners must also take this into account the future outcome before implementing such policy because their employees are also the company’s backbone.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Audrey Guevarra

Audrey Guevarra — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 09:09:29 +0000

It is evident that the English language is one of the best tools to adapt to globalization because numerous international companies have done this, particularly those mentioned in this blog. However, it is unreasonable to require the workers to have European English, given the emergence of World Englishes; hence, the discrimination against one’s English must not be recognized, and individuals must accept the difference between Englishes.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Daniel Earl Juanga

Daniel Earl Juanga — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 02:37:01 +0000

I wonder if such linguistic policy is driven by the idea of the English language as the language of globalization, which might have put an underlying pressure on brands and companies that are not of western origin or have not adopted the English language, such as those mentioned in the article. We cannot deny that the English language is a significant ticket to “getting the name out there.” However, the article poses great concern about fully adopting English as the official corporate language. It is great to weigh in and showcase the positive inclinations and negative attributes of adapting the English language among non-English brands or companies, while simultaneously valuing the culture, norms, and accustomed language among these local brands or companies.

168极速赛车开奖，168极速赛车一分钟直播 By: Ingrid Piller

Ingrid Piller — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:59:02 +0000

In reply to Ria Reñido. Thanks, Ria! Would be good to have a follow-up study to see how the policy has been translated into practice over the past 12 years ...