Before You Decide Not to Learn Japanese, Read This

Before You Decide Not to Learn Japanese, Read This

It’s not uncommon for people to ask whether it’s really worth the time and effort to learn Japanese in the UK in the 2020s. Japanese Culture Day, every 3rd November, is the ideal moment to address concerns. Bunka no Hi, as it’s known locally, is a national holiday...
Business Language Training Claims to Boost Workplace Inclusion. But Does it Work? Here are the Facts…

Business Language Training Claims to Boost Workplace Inclusion. But Does it Work? Here are the Facts…

Business language training is a real game-changer to ensure all employees feel seen, heard, and valued – an ethos at the heart of Inclusion Day on 10th October. And it’s no wonder workplace language learning is gaining traction. A recent HRD Connect article Corporate...
10 Things That Make UK Adults Fall in Love with Italian Language Learning

10 Things That Make UK Adults Fall in Love with Italian Language Learning

Italian language learning sounds sexy, don’t you think? But there’s a multitude of reasons more UK adults are swapping box set binges for Italian language classes. And they go deeper than “ciao, bella” sultriness. So, why is Italian language learning having a moment?...
Why Learning Romance Languages Could Be Your New Love Story

Why Learning Romance Languages Could Be Your New Love Story

Fear not, learning romance languages isn’t a cue to panic buy roses or book a last-minute trip to Venice. But August is Romance Awareness Month – a brilliant reminder to keep the spark alive, intentionally, playfully, and linguistically too. And when it comes to...
Why Learn Portuguese in 2025 and Beyond?

Why Learn Portuguese in 2025 and Beyond?

Wondering how relevant it is – or isn’t – to learn Portuguese in the 2020s? You can get by in Portugal (and Brazil, and Cape Verde…) with just English, after all. But where’s the fun in getting by, when you could be living life to the fullest? Not convinced? There are...
5 Things You Need to Know if Language Barriers Come Between Your UK and Overseas Staff

5 Things You Need to Know if Language Barriers Come Between Your UK and Overseas Staff

Working in a globalised organisation? English as a foreign language (EFL) is a golden ticket to better business, slicker communication, and serious career moves for your overseas colleagues in non-native countries. Here’s a closer look at why EFL for business is a...