Business English from All Ears English BE 294: Buy Time, Get Confidence with these English Phrases
Aug 13, 2024
Discover strategies to enhance your confidence in business English communication. Learn how to use pauses effectively to navigate high-pressure conversations smoothly. Explore practical phrases that buy you time and promote composure. Discover breathing techniques that combat anxiety, especially during job interviews. Through engaging role play, the discussion highlights managing meeting anxiety and the importance of connecting over perfection. Mastering these skills can transform your professional interactions!
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Buying Time
- Use "give me a second" or "give me one second" to buy time.
- This is natural, conversational, and professional depending on context.
Show You're Thinking
- Use "hmm" to show you're thinking and care.
- This also buys you time to formulate your thoughts.
Ask for Thinking Time
- Directly ask for thinking time with "Let me think about that."
- This is acceptable even in job interviews and can show confidence.