"English has quietly become the default working language in multinational companies, impacting communication and career advancement for non-native speakers."
"The OECD examined 11 million online job postings in 2021, finding that 22% explicitly required English proficiency, highlighting its dominance in the job market."
"The growing dominance of English in Europe's boardrooms is driven by global business demands, affecting rules, safety, and corporate operations."
"The question now is whether AI is reinforcing English as a 'superior' language of leadership or simply facilitating a common corporate language."
English has emerged as the default working language in multinational companies, such as Airbus and Sodexo, despite their French origins. This shift reflects a broader trend where fluency in English is increasingly seen as essential for senior roles. The OECD found that 22% of job postings in the EU and U.K. required English proficiency, overshadowing other languages like German, French, and Italian. This dominance of English influences corporate culture, employee advancement, and operational practices, raising questions about the role of AI in reinforcing this trend.
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