Business English from All Ears English BE: Agreeing and Disagreeing in Business Meetings
Apr 16, 2025
Discover essential skills for effective business communication, particularly how to agree and disagree confidently in meetings. Explore the dynamics of these discussions, including the impact of personality types and language nuances on dialogue. Gain insights into authentic phrases used by professionals. Learn about a new course that can boost your fluency, offering practical strategies and role-play examples. This is your guide to mastering the art of professional conversations and navigating differing opinions with ease.
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Speak Up in Meetings
- Speak up when you disagree in meetings to make your voice heard.
- Use precise language and vocabulary to express agreement or disagreement effectively in high-pressure situations.
Levels of Agreement Reflect Personality
- Levels of agreement reflect both emotion and personality.
- Tailor your agreeing phrases to fit your personal style and colleagues' communication styles.
Softening Disagreement
- Use different phrases to soften disagreement and maintain positive relationships.
- Expressions like "It depends, but overall I disagree" show nuance and help avoid conflict.