Confident Business English

Discover a powerful six-step template designed for delivering constructive feedback in English. This practical guide emphasizes the importance of clarity and diplomacy, making feedback conversations more efficient. With real-life examples, the discussion encourages listeners to implement these strategies for less stress and better communication at work. Plus, find out how to access additional resources and connect with a global community of English professionals!

Discover three essential phrases that can transform your business communication. Learn how to articulate decision-making more clearly with 'the best course of action.' Explore the subtlety of saying 'I am pleased' instead of 'I am happy' for a more refined touch. Boost your confidence by mastering nuanced expressions that enhance professional interactions. Engaging examples and practice tips are provided to help you implement these phrases effectively in your conversations.

Struggling to keep up with colleagues? Explore the art of casual business invitations and learn how to invite someone for coffee with ease. Dive into informal expressions and their impact on office culture, especially post-pandemic. Get insights into everyday workplace conversations, including navigating team changes. Discover the power of phrases like 'oh, well' to embrace acceptance in tricky situations. Build your vocabulary and confidence in real-world business settings!

Explore the art of asking questions with confidence, vital for senior managers. Engage in interactive exercises to enhance fluency and tackle workplace communication barriers. Master role-playing scenarios to boost your conversational skills using advanced phrases. Learn essential business queries that empower you to manage projects and lead meetings effectively. This practical approach ensures you develop the confidence needed to navigate professional settings with ease.

Explore the power of pauses in professional communication. Discover how strategic silence can enhance your spoken English skills. Learn from an impactful interview moment and insights from Toastmasters. Find out how a well-timed pause can improve speech delivery and boost mental clarity. This little snippet offers valuable tools for effective communication in the business world.

NEXT WEEK 15th JAN 2025 FULL LENGTH EPISODES RESUMEAbout Little Snippets: Confident Business English 5-minute and under episodes to keep your business English fresh over the festive period. Delivered in a more relaxed, storytelling format. Normal Confident Business English episodes schedule on 15th January 2025. Want full transcripts? CLICK HERE to become a free memberJoin our community of 10k+ professionals worldwide. What you get as a free member:Weekly newsletter with extra tips not on the podcastTranscripts for new episodesBonus clipsExtra worksheets and resources Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnelly

Is the embarrassment of making mistakes stopping you speaking? For senior managers as yourself, this can be a big block to overcome. You don't want to look like an idiot in front of your team, peers or bosses so how do you move forward whilst accepting that not everything will be perfect? In this episode I share a system for viewing corrections I use with my clients. I hope it provides a different perspective you can take into 2025 to help reduce your anxiety and boost your confidence. About Little Snippets: Confident Business English 5-minute and under episodes to keep your business English fresh over the festive period. Delivered in a more relaxed, storytelling format. Normal Confident Business English episodes schedule on 15th January 2025. Want full transcripts? CLICK HERE to become a free memberJoin our community of 9k+ professionals worldwide. What you get as a free member:Weekly newsletter with extra tips not on the podcastTranscripts for new episodesBonus clipsExtra worksheets and resources Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnelly

Do you find it awkward to make conversation in English when you meet new people? You are certainly not alone. A lot of my clients find this simple, but often intimidating, interaction hard. In this Little Snippet I share 3 natural phrases I heard when I eavesdropped a conversation with native speakers at the airport.  I hope you can use them the next time you meet new people at a networking or conference event in 2025.About Little Snippets: Confident Business English 5-minute and under episodes to keep your business English fresh over the festive period. Delivered in a more relaxed, storytelling format. Normal Confident Business English episodes schedule on 15th January 2025. Want full transcripts? CLICK HERE to become a free memberJoin our community of 9k+ professionals worldwide. What you get as a free member:Weekly newsletter with extra tips not on the podcastTranscripts for new episodesBonus clipsExtra worksheets and resources   Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnelly

Do you find it awkward to make conversation in English when you meet new people? You are certainly not alone. A lot of my clients find this simple, but often intimidating, interaction hard. In this Little Snippet I share one classic question you can use to shift the conversation to more personal topics. I was inspired to share this phrase with you after eavesdropping a conversation with native speakers at the airport!  I hope you find it useful for future conversations in 2025. About Little Snippets: Confident Business English 5-minute and under episodes to keep your business English fresh over the festive period. Delivered in a more relaxed, storytelling format. Normal Confident Business English episodes schedule on 15th January 2025. Want full transcripts? CLICK HERE to become a free memberJoin our community of 9k+ professionals worldwide. What you get as a free member:Weekly newsletter with extra tips not on the podcastTranscripts for new episodesBonus clipsExtra worksheets and resources Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnelly

Discover quick wins to elevate your business communication skills! Learn how to boost your confidence in presentations and motivate employees effectively. Tackle the art of delivering a farewell speech and make your objections clear without being rude. Gain insights on speaking clearly and starting fresh in a new job. Plus, establish a productive routine to streamline your professional life. Say goodbye to stress with these practical strategies!