Former CEO of Snapdeal, Kunal Bahl, recently highlighted the significance of using native languages in business contexts.
In a recent Twitter post, Bahl recounted an interaction with a startup founder who hesitantly inquired about presenting in Hindi. Bahl enthusiastically agreed, emphasizing the need for authenticity and ease of communication in one’s native language. He expressed surprise that a native Hindi speaker would question the appropriateness of using their mother tongue in a professional setting.
Bahl’s post emphasized a broader message, encouraging confidence in using one’s native language in business settings, just as one would in any other context. He stressed that getting one’s point across clearly and authentically is far more important than adhering to a colonial mindset that dictates the use of English in important business presentations.
Bahl believes that founders should feel confident in speaking their mother tongue in business settings, regardless of their fluency in English. He emphasized that authenticity is paramount and that investors value clear and effective communication over language proficiency.
