Why Learning Chinese Will Make Your Life Better

In recent months, China has been big news, especially since Bejing was the site for the 29th Summer Olympics . Because of the increased interest in China, many people are realizingthe importance to learn the language.

Many schools across the US and around the globe are offering students the chance to learn
Mandarin Chinese and if they are not they should be!
Some reasons are:

1. China is now part of WTO (World Trade Organization); now, major and even small companies need to be able to communicate effectively.

2. A bill has been introduced to require all U.S. high school students to be given the option to take Chinese language classes.

3. The ablility to speak Chinese, sets you apart and demonstrates initiative and proactivity. This skill will allow you to take advantage of future trade opportunities.

4. The Chinese work force out produces in labor instensive jobs creating lower operating costs. Many of the Chinese manufacturing companies employ foreigners to manage, consult, and accounting. Learning Chinese, provides a link between Chinese companies and American businesses.

5. Around 16,000 American companies are trying to sell their products to China. Because of the size of China there is a great demand for products produced abroad. The companies that can speak and write Chinese gain an advantage and more importanly, a foothold.
6. Learning Chinese. is not as difficult as you may think. Because of modern technology, the learning process has become simplified. Many professionals have learned to speak without knowing how to write Chinese. (Learning to write is the most time consuming but the translations programs in computers has greatly eased the burden of learning.)

With some effort and using the tips shared here, a person can begin speaking Chinese quickly. Learning Chinese will undoubtly provide you a brighter future for your career, company, and more than likely, for your personal life.

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