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Forget about English, German and Spanish. Yes, they are inevitable, but they´re also too mainstream.  When you´re compiling your CV and when someone reads it, there are a few languages which stand out and make a manager say “Well, this is a fine candidate with an eye for detail”. If not, well, then the manager should reconsider his/hers stance on the international market development. Here are a few ideas of languages that will make any CV stand out*.

Estonian

Maybe it´s because of the short distance to the Scandinavian countries or because the country is not a newcomer to the EU anymore, but it certainly combines effectively its Eastern traditions and Western ambitions. Despite the 2008 crisis Estonia´s market is pretty stable at the moment and still wide open for foreign investors and companies. Plus, the national ranking according to Standard and Poor´s is too high to be lowered.

Slovenian

South-Eastern European countries have generally a lot of economic and transport potential, but there is this one which is leading in almost every assertable aspect. In contrast to Estonia, the Slovenian government practises significant control over the market. Nevertheless, foreign companies still succeed to develop their branches in the country and reduce unemployment. Slovenia is currently the bridge between the Balkans and Central Europe and I can ensure you that it has the best from its Southeastern roots – namely it´s magnificent cuisine.

Portuguese

Portugal was once the poorest country to enter the EU. But then again the Iberians embraced the challenge and managed to organize the EUFA European Football Championship in 2004. Furthermore they replaced the idea of a typical holiday destination with the modern vision of a liberal market policy. And if this is not a good reason, the current development in Brazil and its relations within the BRICS countries must be persuasive enough.

Scandinavian languages (Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish)

Definitely not one of the easiest languages around, however very promising. Sweden, Norway and Finnland are among the countries with highest standards of living, lowest crime rates and highest technological innovations. Standard and Poor´s gives all three a rating of AAA. Further, they have remained in top 10 best countries for business.

*The research is based on the Forbes´ list Best Countries for Business (http://www.forbes.com/best-countries-for-business/list/) such as on the Sovereigns Rating list of Standard and Poor´s (http://www.standardandpoors.com/ratings/sovereigns/ratings-list/en/us?sectorName=null&subSectorCode=39).