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Confident Business English
227. Understand Your Native Colleagues In Meetings: Master Business Expressions #6
Jul 17, 2024
Learn useful business expressions like 'teething problems' and 'minefield' to better understand native colleagues in meetings. Explore the origin and usage of 'thrown a spanner in the works' to deal with unexpected obstacles in business operations. Improve your language skills and communicate confidently!
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- Understanding common business expressions like 'teething problems' is crucial for effective communication in a work setting.
- Exploring idiomatic phrases such as 'minefield' gives insight into the complexity and risks of challenging business environments.
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Common Business Expressions and Idioms
Understanding common business expressions and idioms used by native English speakers is essential for effective communication. The podcast explores three such expressions related to discussing problems in a business context. Through examples and context, listeners gain a clearer understanding of phrases like 'teething problems' and how they apply to initiating new projects.
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