With the Australian Bureau of Statistics showing that unemployment rates are slowly rising in Australia, largely due to today's difficult economy, the job market is becoming more competitive.  Now more than ever, we need to think about making ourselves more valuable at work.   
But how do we become an indispensable employee?

The following 5 tips will help you become a more valuable in the workplace:-

Consider this question - Can having a foreign accent influence a person’s credibility?   

Indeed both the speaker AND the listener may not be aware of this, but research has revealed that the answer is...
 

Having an accent does not necessarily mean that there will be less job opportunities available to you or that you may miss out on a promotion at work.   Your ability to respond to the interviewers questions, and convey your knowledge and abilities clearly, is more important than the existence of an accent.   However, if you have a strong accent and the interviewer has difficulty understanding your responses, it may be time to explore your options.

In today’s work environment many of us are finding ourselves working with different people from different cultures.   While this can enrich the working environment, intercultural communication can sometimes create a challenge for those who are unable to interpret and understand other people correctly.

Read these 10 tips to help you to improve your English speaking skills and help you feel more confident when you talk.

Today, global corporate expansion is increasing and to be successful in an international market, a certain level of English language proficiency is essential for most management or senior positions.  Corporate language training can benefit employees who are transitioning into a new work and language environment.   Corporate language training is a strategic business imperative toward achieving success in the global workplace.
 

Communication issues and misunderstandings can often occur in the clinical medical situation and this was revealed in a recent patient survey conducted of general medical practices in Western Australia.   The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Western Australia, revealed that 76% of patients felt that there were communication barriers between themselves and their overseas trained doctor.

These ten useful strategies will help you to prepare to sit the IELTS test and improve your skills across the 4 areas of listening, reading, writing and speaking.
 

What is the IELTS test?  An explanation of the IELTS test and the four skill areas tested.

Many people who move to Australia often ask, how do I speak with an Australian accent?   There are several things to think about when we refer to Australian accent, but the following are some great tips to help you speak just like an Australian.
 

he job interview is an opportunity for both the employer and the applicant to determine each other’s suitability for the advertised position.  To help you be more successful at your next interview, read these useful tips.

Communication is vital between doctors and patients to ensure effective patient care.  Many overseas trained doctors understand this and are now seeking accent reduction training to help them to improve their communication skills with patients and colleagues.  The results of accent training have shown to increase confidence, improve relationships with others and enhance the doctor / patient relationship.
 

The ability to communicate clearly in English is essential for individuals and businesses who work in countries where English is the main language.  For the individual themselves, poor English communication skills can cause missed job opportunities, it may affect educational advancement and general everyday activities, not to mention cause a subsequent lack of confidence in the speaker. It is for these reasons that some people decide to modify or learn how to change their accent to improve their overall English communication skills.
 

Speaking English with a strong accent can sometimes be a frustrating experience for even the most highly educated foreign language speakers.  Being misunderstood, or perhaps not being able to get your point across can make you lose confidence and may even make you avoid speaking.   So how can you lose your accent and improve your communication with other people?
 

An accent is a reflection of the unique background of each individual and many people take pride in their individual accent and style.  However, having an accent may cause some difficulties in communicating with other native English speakers, both at work and in social situations.