Opinion

February 28, 2023

Why English is the true language of startups

Language plays a big part in the startup ecosystem — but, this cofounder argues, using English as a common corporate tongue is the only way forward


Today, tech startups operate in a world where products, ideas and talent transcend geographic borders. They have to; over 20% of companies are hiring internationally because of the difficulty of finding local talent for specialist roles. And given the growing adoption of remote work, hiring talent is no longer dependent on work visas or immigration policies. 

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