Professional Development: Abbas's Story from Pakistan
Mastering English can transform one’s professional life, opening doors to international opportunities and personal growth. This is my journey of how fondi helped me achieve that transformation. My name is Abbas Nawaz Khan , and I come from a background in information technology. Initially, my goal was to qualify for IELTS, as I believed it would open up more professional opportunities for me. After achieving this milestone, I realized that enhancing my English skills would be crucial for advancing in my career. The importance of English in the global job market cannot be overstated, and it would give me a significant edge.
Journey with fondi
During my preparation for IELTS, I experimented with several apps like Duolingo, Preply, and RealLife, but most of them were paid and quite expensive. One day, I randomly installed fondi, and after exploring its features, I was genuinely impressed, especially since it was free. The feature that stood out the most to me was Plaza, where I could engage in group conversations on deep topics. This interactive environment was a game-changer for me. Unlike other platforms, fondi provided a space where I could practice speaking in a natural, unpressured setting. The diversity of topics and the ability to interact with people from all over the world made the learning experience both enjoyable and effective.
Overcoming Challenges
Speaking confidently in English was initially a challenge for me, despite my strengths in listening, reading, and writing. fondi’s interactive platform helped me overcome this through consistent practice and group discussions, boosting my confidence significantly. A major breakthrough came from participating in complex discussions on the platform, which closely mimicked spontaneous professional conversations. Additionally, hosting over 100 career-related events, where I spoke for hours on topics like artificial intelligence, web development, networking, and cybersecurity, further enhanced my skills and confidence. These events involved deep audience engagement and learning from their questions, which was invaluable. Over time, I transformed from someone who struggled to speak into someone who could handle professional meetings and business discussions with ease. This journey required stepping out of my comfort zone and thinking quickly to articulate my thoughts, significantly improving my speaking skills. The combination of fondi’s platform and hosting events was crucial in boosting my confidence and proficiency in spoken English.
Success and Outcomes
Improving my English skills had a profound impact on my job search. I gained the confidence to speak with anyone and could easily qualify for interviews. fondi played a crucial role in this transformation. Today, I hold the position of Country Manager of Pakistan at fondi, an international company. This achievement is a testament to the significant role fondi played in my professional development. It provided me with new skills and transformed my career prospects. My improved English skills not only helped me secure my current position but also enhanced my overall professional capabilities. I can now effectively communicate with international colleagues, negotiate with stakeholders, and represent my company in various forums. This ability has opened up new opportunities and made me a valuable asset to my organization.
Advice for Aspiring Learners
I strongly recommend learning English for professional advancement. English is an international language, and possessing good English skills is essential for career growth. It enables communication with people from diverse backgrounds and opens up numerous opportunities. For those preparing for specific tests or looking to improve professionally, I advise consistent practice and engaging with diverse topics on platforms like fondi. The interactive features of fondi, especially group discussions in the Plaza, can significantly improve your English skills and confidence.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, my journey with fondi highlights the transformative power of learning English. From struggling with confidence to becoming the Country Manager of Pakistan at an international company, my story serves as an inspiration for others looking to improve their English skills for better job opportunities. Mastering English has not only advanced my career but also enriched my personal and professional interactions. I encourage everyone to embrace this journey and leverage tools like fondi to achieve their goals.
About the Boost career path program
This is a program to improve your English skills and skills related to the career subject in fondi. You will get a series of activities in fondi and the opportunity to connect with a company after you finish the program.
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Written by MD Shifat Ahmed
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8 个月I completed my graduation last year and I am in need of a job, but I wasn't able to speak English well. Then I discovered the Fondi app. I immediately downloaded it. One good thing about this app is that its interface is very easy, anyone can use it. I opened a new account on it and on the first day, I talked to some people who were speaking English. They were very good at it and they were trying to make me understand that I can also speak in English. They supported me a lot. In this app, you will find very good people who will talk to you openly. As compared to the first day, now I can speak English well. This app has helped me improve my English. I owe all my development in English to this app.
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8 个月Congratulations! I’ve seen your events and I haven’t joined them yet. I’ll try to drop by and pick your brain a bit. My name is Ranela Makes on the app and I received my talent badge yesterday :)
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8 个月I already told everyone How much you can improve your English here you will meet many good people with whom you can talk and improve your English I want to do an internship, can you give me work?
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