Bilingual Brain
What are some benefits of bilingualism?
Makes your brain healthier, and help prevent dementia and Alzheimer's
How much is the salary increase in Mexico, for a bilingual person?
Between 5% and 20% more
How would you say in Spanish "You hit the nail in the head"
Le diste en el clavo
Language ability is typically measured in these two parts
Active and Passive parts
What are some higher-level positions that require bilingual skills?
Managerial or Executive roles
How would you say in English "Camarón que se duerme, se lo lleva la corriente"
You snooze, you lose.
What are the Active parts?
Speaking and writing
What affects earning potential?
The level of proficiency in the second language
How would you say in Spanish "He kicked the bucket"
Colgó los tennis.
Estiró la pata
What are the Passive parts?
Listening and reading
In what industries may salary increase by more than 20%?
international trade, tourism, and customer service
How would you say in English "Cuesta un ojo de la cara"
It costs an arm and a leg.
Which are the types of bilinguals?
Compound, Coordinate and Subordinate bilingual
What can be a key factor in promotions and career advancement, as it often is a prerequisite for leadership roles in companies that operate internationally?
English proficiency
How would you say in Spanish "Burn the midnight oil"?
Quemarse las pestañas.