I have a story about a man who regrets his ability in English. I met this man when I was going to Jogja last month. I sat beside him in Santoso Bus, destination Jakarta-Jogja. He talked too much along our journey. He shared his experiences in his works as an art director in one of famous advertising agency in Jakarta named BBDO.
He told to me that he had worked as creative director for years at this agency. Whenever he promoted to be associate director, which is one level higher than creative director, he rejected the promotion. And You know what is the reason? The reason is just because he is lack of speaking English.
His agency is a multinational company. Therefore, it's a must for everyone who is in high level position can speak English fluently. His company understands his reason and until he resigned his job in this agency, he hasn't ever want to take that promotion.
When he knew that I'm an English Literature student, he said to me that your choice is good. English is needed everywhere. You can learn anything but if you can't speak English, you will be one level lower than who could speak English. His statement is really entertain me who is worrying about future career. He also told me that whatever the job, as long as you like it, just go with it. Do not ever do things that you don't understand well. So, if you want to have a job, learn more about it before you take it. I think, my father never said like that to me but God sent me this man to told me like that. It was so surprising to hear that. Thanks, sir for the advices... see you next time
