How can companies proactively address language barriers in the workplace before implementing a formal language training program?

Companies can proactively address language barriers in the workplace by promoting a culture of inclusivity and diversity, encouraging open communication and collaboration among employees, providing resources such as translation tools or language assistance services, and offering informal language exchange programs or buddy systems. By creating a supportive environment that values and respects different languages and cultures, companies can help employees feel more comfortable and confident in overcoming language barriers on their own before implementing a formal language training program.