Unfortunately these statements are no longer true. Many have forgotten to keep up with the pace of technology and corporative demand. People are facing new challenges now and to learn and develop skills in English is somehow a matter of survival in the modern world ! For the ones already able to speak and listen ,write and read they should now study, practice,focus and keep up with the drive, and for those who aren't yet , there is only  one  path to follow and no guarantees .....  "Study hard with the help of an expert and be determined . This will certainly build up the opportunity to achieve success".