By Paula Andruss
Provided by ClassesUSA.com

When Kit Cutler went to Paraguay with the Peace Corps in 2003, he knew his already strong Spanish language skills would be essential to his work there. What was more surprising was how much those skills helped him once he returned to work in the U.S.

Now a financial management associate in the Latin American & Caribbean Department of the World Bank, Cutler says his Spanish skills continue to propel his career climb.

In today's global economy, the ability to communicate is key, and as more companies expand internationally, the ability to communicate in another language has become a significant advantage in the workforce. Research from Rosetta Stone found that people who speak at least one foreign language have an average annual household income that's $10,000 higher than the household income of those who only speak English. And about 17 percent of those who speak at least one foreign language earn more than $100,000 a year.

Whether you're fresh out of college or a seasoned executive, insiders agree that fluency in a second language can not only help you stand out among prospective employers, it can also open doors to opportunities that those without foreign language skills might miss.

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