I am currently attending a course in comprehensive Business Mandarin Course (intermediate) at the Singapore Chinese Instituter Of Commerce and Business. So, am I ready for the challenge? Yes, I am.
Getting Employed As A Non-native
by Hanifa K. Cook on September 13, 2011 in Language
More people are required to know at least two languages in the business world today. If you are able to show on your resume you can speak at least one other language, you certainly have an added advantage. Unless you have formal education in more than one language, you may be challenged to prove that [...]
Milestone (Part 1): Conquering The Art Of Raising A Multilingual Kid
by Hanifa K. Cook on July 7, 2011 in Language, Personal Blog
The reason I started with Success With Languages was because I thought I could learn to express myself more openly about how I come to be multilingual at a very young age. I also thought I would be learning at least 2 more languages, Spanish and Arabic. For the past 9 years, I found myself [...]
Importance Of Learning Mandarin
by Hanifa on May 27, 2011 in Language
This is a slide presentation I did at a preview talk with Business Passion Alliance. The session was about using Mandarin to increase business opportunities. I have to start with talking about the importance of learning Mandarin. The most important element is not to think that Mandarin has to do with Chinese people. As a [...]
Hong Kong Or Singapore PR: Bilingual Letter In The Mailbox
by Hanifa K. Cook on February 11, 2011 in Chinese, English, Language
In my country, it is common to receive letters our mailboxes which are written in at least 3 languages. It is handy to know all the languages!! Here is a typical note from a person looking for a place to rent. It has been written in English and Mandarin. If you read it carefully, Mr [...]
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