We know that English is a language used by many people around the world as an international language. It is used for communication, education, business, and more.
For example, in the world of work, English is very important. Why? Because with English we can communicate with people from abroad. For example, if we work in a company that has branches overseas, we can communicate with clients or colleagues from abroad.
In addition, English can also increase our career opportunities. Many companies are looking for employees who can speak English because they want to grow in the global market.
English also makes us more confident. For example, when there is a presentation in front of foreigners, or when we have to explain a product to clients from other countries, the ability to speak in English makes the atmosphere smoother and more professional.
However, English also has its own difficulties, especially when used in the world of work. Sometimes we have studied for a long time, but when asked to speak, we go blank. We forget everything we memorized. Sometimes we are also afraid of saying something wrong, afraid of being laughed at, or even not understanding what other people are saying because they are speaking so fast.
Many people also have difficulty because they rarely use English every day. At work, it is mostly only used when sending emails, making reports, or giving presentations. The rest of the time, we go back to using Indonesian.
In fact, if you want to be fluent, English must be used often. You don't need to speak long or formal sentences right away, it's important to get used to it first. For example, learn through songs while reading the lyrics, or watch videos in English without subtitles.
In addition, don't be afraid to make mistakes. Many people don't progress because they are too afraid of being told they are speaking incorrectly or being embarrassed. In fact, everyone who is fluent now also started from making mistakes.
If at work, you can also practice when sending emails, in meetings, or chatting with colleagues. Use simple words first, no need to be fancy. The important thing is that the message gets across. If you do it often, fluency will come naturally.
English does take time to master, but the benefits are huge. By being able to speak English, we can communicate with more people, learn new things, and have wider career opportunities. So even though it's difficult at first, the results are definitely worth it.
