Business English from All Ears English BE 293: Everything Okay? What to Say When a Coworker is Distracted at Work
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Aug 11, 2024 Handling distractions at work can be tricky. The hosts discuss how to address disengaged coworkers during meetings. Strategies for managing phone usage and maintaining professionalism are shared. Role-play scenarios demonstrate effective communication techniques. Empathetic language and the power of silence are emphasized to keep connections strong in the workplace. Insights from poll results reveal trends in business English expressions, showcasing the dynamics of conversation.
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Distracted by School
- Aubrey gets distracted by school calls during recordings.
- She silences her phone, but seeing a school call stresses her out.
Explain Phone Checks
- Briefly explain why you're checking your phone if you must do so during a meeting or conversation.
- Apologize and give a general reason, like a family matter.
Offer a Break
- Offer a break if someone seems distracted.
- Say something like, "How about we take a quick break to give you a minute?"