It has been said that the “mastery of language affords remarkable power.” And it couldn’t be more true, especially in the modern workplace: According to a survey by Forbes, speaking another language could be the defining reason your hirer or manager: Extends a job offer to you Grants you the prospect of an interview Recommends a position to you Recommends a pay raise In fact, of those surveyed who already held a job, 54%2 said knowing another language was important in their current rule, while 35% cited potential career prospects as their main motivation for learning a new language. Don’t let your (lack of) language skills get in the way of your career.