Common English Mistakes in Linkedin Articles by Arabic Speakers

This page focuses on errors typically made by native Arabic speakers from Saudi Arabia when writing a LinkedIn Article in English.

Mistake Example #1

Confusion between masculine and feminine pronouns

In today's competitive job market, it is essential for aprofessionals to continuously develop theisr skills. When apersonple invests in theirown education and training, they increases their chances of success in the workplace. In Saudi Arabia, many companies are now recognizing the importance of supporting their employeesin his' career growth, which ultimately benefits ther organization as a whole.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some tweaks to adjust incorrect masculine and feminine pronouns."

In today's competitive job market, it is essential for professionals to continuously develop their skills. When people invest in their own education and training, they increase their chances of success in the workplace. In Saudi Arabia, many companies are now recognizing the importance of supporting their employees' career growth, which ultimately benefits the organization as a whole.

In today's competitive job market, it is essential for a professional to continuously develop his skills. When a person invests in her education and training, he increases her chances of success in the workplace. In Saudi Arabia, many companies are now recognizing the importance of supporting their employees in his career growth, which ultimately benefits her organization as a whole.

Mistake Example #2

Overuse of formal expressions ('I am honored to inform you...')

I am honored to inform you thatI have recently achieved a significant milestone in my professional journey, and I am deeplygrateful for the support of myesteemed colleagues and mentors. It is with great pleasure that I share this news with my respected network, as I am trulyprivileged to be part of such a distinguished community. I amsincerely looking forward to contributing further to our field and am eager to engage in fruitful collaborations with my esteemedconnections.

Text corrected by:
Jennifer, Detroit, Michigan USA

"This was a little too formal, so I made a few changes."

I have recently achieved a significant milestone in my professional journey, and I am grateful for the support of my colleagues and mentors. It is with great pleasure that I share this news with my respected network, as I am privileged to be part of such a distinguished community. I am looking forward to contributing further to our field and am eager to engage in fruitful collaborations with my connections.

I am honored to inform you that I have recently achieved a significant milestone in my professional journey, and I am deeply grateful for the support of my esteemed colleagues and mentors. It is with great pleasure that I share this news with my respected network, as I am truly privileged to be part of such a distinguished community. I am sincerely looking forward to contributing further to our field and am eager to engage in fruitful collaborations with my esteemed connections.

Mistake Example #3

Misuse of verb tense (e.g., 'He go to school' instead of 'He goes to school')

In today's fast-paced business world, it is important to quicklyadapt to changesquickly. Last year, I started a new project that focuses on digital transformation in our company. We have sinceseen significantimprovements in efficiency and productivityimprovements, and I believe this trendwill continue to grow in the coming years.

Text corrected by:
Gregg, Los Angeles, CA

"This needed some corrections for verb tense issues, among other fixes."

In today's fast-paced business world, it is important to quickly adapt to changes. Last year, I started a new project that focuses on digital transformation in our company. We have since seen significant efficiency and productivity improvements, and I believe this trend will continue to grow in the coming years.

In today's fast-paced business world, it is important to adapt to changes quickly. Last year, I start a new project that focus on digital transformation in our company. We see significant improvements in efficiency and productivity, and I believe this trend continue to grow in the coming years.