Confident Business English 296. 15 Minutes to See Your English Differently
Oct 22, 2025
Struggling with English confidence? This discussion reveals that perceived language flaws may be overblown. Most professionals misjudge their speaking skills, often letting nerves overshadow their abilities. Discover the true meaning of fluency and how minor mistakes don't define your competence. Learn how to gather constructive feedback effectively and why everyone faces challenges when speaking on the spot. Embrace your skills and shift your mindset to build lasting confidence!
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You Likely Underestimate Your English
- Most professionals think they speak worse English than they actually do.
- Anna Connelly notes a consistent mismatch between self-criticism and real ability.
Presentation Felt Messy — It Wasn't
- A client described their presentation as "messy" despite clear structure and understanding.
- Anna used that example to show perception often differs from listener experience.
Tech Pro Called Their English "Bad"
- A tech professional working 80% in English called their English "bad" despite handling global work.
- Anna points out their job performance itself disproves the claim of "bad English."