Why is it so important to know English when looking for a job?

for bilinguals spanish and english
Why is it so important to know English when looking for a job?
If you're in the US, because English is the official language here...if you are in France, you'd be expected to know French.
Reply:English is a major language of economic power all over the world. For that reason, many people do business in English.
Reply:If you cannot communicate with your coworkers ..how can you function? You must always know the language spoken by the majority in any environment. If you are bilingual that would be an advantage of course.
Reply:English is used as the "lingua franca" today, which is what French was when that term was coined. It is the common language not only in America and England, but in their former colonies and in places where so many different languages are historically found that they needed a common language in order to communicate. It is the language of business pretty much all over the world. In smaller countries, like Switzerland, where several languages are used because they are close to the borders, English provides a common ground. In others, it is because they communicate with English and American businesses.
Reply:In the US, because most of the population speaks English. You aren't much use in a job if you can't communicate with the clients, are you?





A few things to keep in mind though, that I noticed others posted. English is NOT the official US language (there is none). English is NOT the generally accepted language worldwide (French is. The UN is conducted in French, all international boards are usually conducted in French). English is NOT the fasting growing language worldwide (Mandarin is). So, if you're looking for a job outside the US, Australia or England, you'd probably be better off with French...
Reply:Its something interesting that even other countries are adoting the english language. and for many reasons.


1. its becoming the international language.


2. about 1/4 of the planet speaks it.


3. companies that deal with the US, Britain, Europe, Canada, wish you to speak it.


4. if in the US, I dont care what you speak, as long as there is a consensus in WHAT/HOW you speak to be understood.


You may know ALL the slang, but if you cant speak to a lawyer, police, others, in a way that BOTH understand, you cant communicate properly.
Reply:Well, if you're seeking a job in the states, most people aren't bilingual. In some states, you can find a job even if you don't speak English. for example, in New Mexico where there are many Spanish speakers, you may find a job more easily than in a northern state. Good luck.
Reply:As english is most universally known %26amp; accepted language worldwide .