The Island in the Sky

Written in collaboration with Ms. Veronica Kruger

"The limits of my language mean the limits of my world."

Ludwig Wittgenstein

There is an island floating in the middle of nowhere, if you could be by my side in the beach at that time of the morning when the first sunbeams blind your eyesight then you could see it shine in all its glory.

That is the mythic island of Laputa, a flying earth mass populated with scientist people dedicated to a restless and endless research of science from mathematical riddles to astronomy secrets.

Laputa was described by Lemuel Gulliver the hero invented by Johnathan Swift; in such chronicles Gulliver travels across different and fantastic worlds, from tiny people to wise horses and of course concentrated scientists.

When Gulliver arrives at Laputa he notices all of the scientific work donde there is a waste of time since all scientist are a total failure applying all their knowledge in the real world and behind all those fantasy is hidden a ruthless critique to the Royal Society of London, a scientific institution that in opinion of Swift is leading to nowhere blinded by their self complacent and bureaucracy.

Something similar is happening with all our efforts to build a successful career in Clinical Research, we may be very clever, have an elite education but if we let apart one key element then all our efforts are destined to be fruitless and I am talking about to express ourselves in the world's lingua franca: English language.

I had met many people across the years in Clinical Research thinking that their cleverness and education are more than enough to reach their professional goals, but today if you cannot express yourself in English, it is pretty much the same to be half illiterate in the modern world.

But why is it so difficult to master a new language?. I asked such question to Ms. Veronica Kruger and she explains:

There are many reasons why it is difficult to master a new language. Some of the most common challenges include:

Vocabulary acquisition: Learning a new language requires learning a large number of new words. This can be a daunting task, especially if the language is very different from your native language.

Grammar: Languages have different grammatical rules, which can be difficult to learn and apply. For example, some languages have a complex system of verb conjugations or noun declensions.

Pronunciation: Languages also have different sounds and sound systems. This can make it difficult to pronounce words correctly, especially if you are not familiar with the new sounds.

Cultural context: Language is not just about words and grammar; it is also about culture. To master a new language, you need to understand the culture in which it is spoken. This includes things like body language, gestures, and social norms.

In addition to these general challenges, there are also some factors that can make it more difficult for certain people to learn new languages. For example, adults generally find it more difficult to learn new languages than children. This is because the brain is more plastic and adaptable during childhood. Additionally, people with certain learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, may find it more challenging to learn new languages.

Despite the challenges, it is possible to master a new language with hard work and dedication. There are many resources available to help you learn, including language classes, apps, and online resources. The best way to learn a new language is to immerse yourself in it as much as possible. This means surrounding yourself with the language and using it as much as you can. You can do this by watching movies and TV shows in the language, listening to music, and reading books and articles. You can also try to find opportunities to speak with native speakers of the language.

Here are some tips for mastering a new language:

Set realistic goals. Don't expect to become fluent overnight. It takes time and effort to learn a new language. Set realistic goals for yourself and track your progress along the way.

Be consistent. The best way to learn a new language is to practice regularly. Try to set aside some time each day to study. Even if it's just for 15 minutes, regular practice will help you make progress.

Find a learning method that works for you. There are many different ways to learn a new language. Experiment with different methods until you find one that you enjoy and that helps you learn effectively.

Immerse yourself in the language. The best way to learn a new language is to surround yourself with it as much as possible. Watch movies and TV shows in the language, listen to music, and read books and articles. You can also try to find opportunities to speak with native speakers of the language.

Don't be afraid to make mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes when they are learning a new language. It's part of the process. Don't let your fear of making mistakes prevent you from practicing and learning.

Learning a new language can be challenging, but it is also a rewarding experience. With hard work and dedication, you can achieve your language learning goals.

Saying that here in Blast! Academy developed the first English Course in the world specialized in Clinical Research: English Ready One, English Readiness for Clinical Research

You will learn how to proceed in an English language job interview, understand everything in your sponsor and clinical team minutes as well as to have good communications by email and writing monitoring reports.

In addition to that we are very proud to say that you will practices as much as you want with our brand new Artificial Intelligences from job interviews to sponsor meetings.

We are going to premier this training program next Monday 23rd but you can schedule your Selection Call with us to secure your place from this moment since we will only have 6 seats available for this new training.

Now you have a choice in your hands, you could be as the scientist in Laputa island just doing nonsense and half understanding your job or you can boots your english skills in this unique English Ready One, English Readiness for Clinical Research.

Apply here for one of our 6 spots: https://calendly.com/dantealducin/entrevista-ingles

I would like to thank Ms Veronica Kruger for her input for this article.