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I got it wrong! I almost started a career in Sales using my Portuguese and Spanish What doubt had turned me away from that path? My own prejudices. I viewed that career choice as a Wolf of Wall Street situation that would encourage the more toxic elements of my personality (I'm a very competitive person). To me that had outweighed the opportunities for growth, for travel, for enhancing my languages every day. Of course, I don't regret it. I wouldn't be who I am today if I had made that decision, but as I work every day with fantastic multilingual Sales professionals I have grown so much from that judgemental mental image. The opportunities that I work on (and that opportunity that I had almost worked FOR) are a world away from that stereotype. When I'm taking on a new role, usually seeking either a fluent-level German or French speaker, I'm always amazed to hear the lengths Tech and SaaS companies are going to move away from the old view of Sales and Business Development careers. Language as Your Superpower: Fluency in multiple languages isn't just a skill; it's your ticket to engaging with a whole new market. Whether you're cold calling prospects or negotiating deals, speaking their language builds instant rapport and trust. Growth and Training: In the fast-paced world of sales, continuous growth is key. Leveraging your language proficiency opens doors to specialized training programs and resources, honing your skills and expanding your knowledge base. Empowerment Through Discipline: Learning a discipline like sales isn't just about mastering techniques; the patience, the resilience, the ambitiousness learnt can apply across life. Value Recognized by Companies: In today's globalized economy, companies are increasingly recognizing the value of multilingual sales professionals. With many international companies investing in the DACH region (and EMEA overall), UK-based talent with Sales Development skills and German-fluency is in extremely high demand. Don't miss out on the opportunity to turbocharge your career while making a meaningful impact. If you're a fluent-level German speaker looking for your next step in SaaS Sales, I'm recruiting for an opportunity that's out of this world. 🚀 #Sales #BusinessDevelopment #germanjobs #CareerGrowth #DACHMarket

Monday morning job posts, as always its busy times in recruitment for the #languageservices industry. Here is a quick overview of roles and locations for Business Development and Account Manager roles: Belgium - BDM and an Account Manager Account Manager - €50k base + Bonus BDM - €60k base + bonus (Language Services or Content Service background required for this role, 1-3 years of experience) Netherlands: Life Sciences Business Development Director €70k + OTE of €100k Dutch speaker required with an experience of Language Services and Life Science. France - Paris based Account Managers - €45k - €50k base + bonus (uncapped) Experience in retaining and growing accounts of sizes of €1m + in ARR. 1 month of full training in the Paris office so industry experience is not essential. Our client is wanting to grow a new set of industry professionals to keep in line with their growth. Hugely exciting for anyone looking to enter the #localization and #translation industry. UK - remote Head of Business Development - £70k base + commission The mission is to grow a new team of BDMs and Account Managers and the Translation / Transcreation arm of the companies growth. BDMs - requiring 2 BDMs to support the above roles mission. £45k + commission (remote role with flexible working). Please like and share this post so it gets maximum exposure. If you know of anyone who could fit the above roles, please message me directly. #newopportunities #l10n #mondaymotivation #adaptiveinsights

I couldn't agree more with this insightful post. Doing business in multiple languages isn't just about words. Merely knowing the language is not enough. It's about understanding the cultural differences and connecting authentically. As someone who speaks multiple languages and has lived in different countries, I've experienced firsthand the importance of cultural understanding in sales or any business practices. This is also why I created WeGlobal Virtual Solutions, a Virtual Assistant team, to help people authentically connect with others from different backgrounds using our language skills and experience living in multiple countries. How about you? Share your experiences dealing with different cultures for work or business! #Sales #Multilingual #Communication #CulturalUnderstanding #InternationalBusiness #InternationalMarket #InternationalSales #CulturalGap #Polyglots #VirtualAssistantTeam #CrossCulturalCommunication #ForeignLanguages

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Don't fall asleep on when to hire certain languages in EMEA Check out my hiring strategy 👇 Imagine the scene: You are building out your EMEA SDR function, expanding on the successful team you built in North America. But where do you start? Each territory has different cultures, behaviours, and nuances that only native speakers of those countries can understand. Most critically, you also need to consider revenue contribution for the countries you are going to hire in, so that means there's some talent you can't bring in immediately! When I speak with leaders, this is the order I recommend hiring: Phase 1: English speaker for Inbound in the whole of EMEA (your website and collateral will mostly be in English; you can get away with an English speaker here for the time being) Phase 1a: English speaker for UK/Ireland/ Nordics and Netherlands, Middle East (Business is normally carried out in English) Phase 2: French speaker, German speaker (These will be your hardest hires but some of your most productive) Phase 3: Italian/Spanish speaker, Swedish/Danish/Finish, Arabic Phase 4: Dutch/Polish So when building out your languages for your SDR team, first consider where will bring the most revenue; if it's in some of the countries I mentioned above, then stick to that phased approach. There will be edge cases, of course, where more revenue will come from Phase 4 countries, but don't make the mistake of hitting someone too early, or your CAC will be way too high, and the SDR you've hired will be metaphorically redundant. In what order have you hired your SDR orgs in EMEA? Let me know! 🇬🇧 living in 🇳🇱 | Get more content like this ➡️ Follow David Wilkins 🔥 hit the 🔔 for updates on new posts | Fix your outbound TODAY: Saleswise: Top of Funnel Consultancy

We have had the pleasure of watching several of our clients grow their business by expanding into Quebec and other French-Canadian markets in Ontario and the Maritimes – often starting with just one, strategic, new bilingual hire. Whether it’s a sales position, or customer service, finding the right go-getter personality who can serve clients in both French and English often results in significant revenue growth. Many of our clients have told us that such a move was one of their wisest business investments. Have you considered expanding your business to the French-Canadian market? #bilingual #businessimpact #growyourbusiness

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DVA is not associated with this job post. Italian Administrative Support Specialist for our Barcelona Offices https://lnkd.in/gNT5zuuJ Spain - Remote Main responsibilities: Tracking shipments using logistic company/couriers online tracking tools. Keeping customer/sales rep updated with delivery date, including changes. Ensuring that deliveries are complete and in time for planned installation dates Working with local country, preferred 3rd party provider, to gain a quotation based on a specific customer order and make sure that shipment and transfer from Agilent is synchronized with 3rd party provider Working with local country sales team, submit relevant 3PP requests in the proscribed tool and format and follow up to reduce customer quotation delays. CRM Database maintenance & support. For increased efficiency, the team will do the CRM cleaning during off-peak hours (also cleaning old/incorrect data) Other country/region specific non-standard admin tasks.... #innovation #management #digitalmarketing #technology #creativity #futurism #startups #marketing #socialmedia #socialnetworking #motivation #personaldevelopment #jobinterviews #sustainability #personalbranding #education #productivity #travel #sales #socialentrepreneurship #fundraising #law #strategy #culture #fashion #business #networking #hiring #health #inspiration

DVA is not associated with this job post. Customer Service Representative L2 (Brazilian Portuguese & English) https://lnkd.in/gdjNhPUC Colombia - Remote What does a day in the life of a Customer Service Representative look like? Responds promptly and professionally to customer inquiries via a maximum of two communication channels such as, phone, email, or chat Provides in-depth information about products and services to customers Resolves complex customer issues in a timely and efficient manner Follows up with customers to ensure that their issues have been resolved to their satisfaction Properly and accurately document customer interactions in the organization’s CRM Adhere to company policies and procedures Meet or exceed performance targets for related KPIs ... #business #entrepreneurship #leadership #strategy #innovation #growth #success #management #marketing #sales #finance #productivity #networking #professionaldevelopment #career #teamwork #startup #smallbusiness #digitalmarketing #branding #customerexperience #technology #economy #investing #consulting #entrepreneurmindset #leadershipdevelopment #businessowner #worklifebalance #corporateculture

The secret to modern sales success: Speak the language of your customers (literally) In today’s global market, a successful salesperson isn’t just skilled at closing deals—they’re also multilingual. Here’s why: Global Reach 🌍 English may be the business lingua franca, but connecting on a deeper level with clients in their native language builds trust and rapport. Versatility 💼 Being able to switch between languages seamlessly can open doors in both the American and European markets, giving you a competitive edge. Customer-Centric Approach 🗣️ Speaking the language of your customers shows that you’re committed to understanding their needs and cultures, which is invaluable in building lasting relationships. And here’s the aha moment… Imagine closing a deal in Italian, charming a client in Portuguese, and sealing the contract in Spanish—all before lunch! So, if you’re serious about thriving in sales, consider brushing up on your language skills. Curious, which languages do you think are most valuable in sales today?