Business English from All Ears English BE 194: How One Phrasal Verb Leads to Excellent Communication at Work
Dec 25, 2023
The hosts discuss the importance of checking in with colleagues in remote work and the usage of phrasal verbs related to checking in. They explore different ways to refer to a team leader and the significance of check-in meetings. The benefits of check-in meetings at work are discussed, including keeping everyone updated on goals and progress. The importance of open communication in the workplace is emphasized, along with tools like 15 five for effective communication.
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Distinct Uses of Check Verbs
- The phrasal verbs check out, check in, and check on have distinct uses despite sounding similar.
- Check in is mostly used in professional settings to communicate status or problems at work.
Check In vs Check On
- "Check in" is commonly used at work to contact someone about issues or updates.
- It is professional and implies status updates, unlike "check on" which is more nurturing.
Use Check In for Status Updates
- Use "check in with" to get updates or status on work projects.
- Phrases like "I need to check in with my team lead about these deadlines" are common in business English.