As a non-native English speaker, do you find it challenging to write succinct and clear emails to your colleagues and clients? If so, you’re not alone, it is a common occurrence among business professionals. Here are five tips to help write that compelling and succinct email.

For executives who do not speak English as their first language, improving their oral and written communications in English can be a vital step to furthering their careers.

However, it is important to take a strategic approach to your language development. This means your approach should be tailored to match the unique requirements of your understanding of English, your role, your organization, and your industry. For this reason, typical English language classes may not be your best approach to reach your professional goals.