All Ears English Podcast AEE 2298: I’m No Expert! How to Lower Expectations in English
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Nov 4, 2024 Lowering expectations can significantly enhance your English communication skills. The hosts discuss the importance of humility and offer practical tips for connecting with others more effectively. Personal anecdotes illustrate how expressing modesty fosters better interactions, whether in parenting or business. They also tackle the impact of reducing phone usage on sleep quality, highlighting the balance between confidence and humility in conversations. Overall, embracing imperfection opens doors to deeper connections.
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Lowering Expectations
- Preface advice with "I'm no expert, but..." to manage expectations.
- This softens delivery and makes advice feel less authoritative.
Humble Advice
- Use "I'm no expert, but…" to offer advice humbly.
- This phrase acknowledges limitations while still providing help.
Non-Expert Advice
- Say "I'm not exactly a pro, but…" when giving advice in non-expert areas.
- This is especially useful when you are willing to help, but are not a professional.