Confident Business English

Anna Connelly
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May 7, 2025 • 13min

280. My Key Takeaways: Fix Confusing Phrases, More Assertive Questions, Reading News, Build a Resilient Mindset & More!

Join me for more of my key business english takeaways from my work as a Neurolanguage Coach. I touch on loads of topics. Vocabulary, grammar, reading tips and mindset. Don't miss out. GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get access to the newsletter, transcripts and extra content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyInstagram @annabusinessenglishYouTube @annabusinessenglish
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9 snips
Apr 30, 2025 • 10min

279. Never Feel Awkward Again: The Only Phrases You Need to Invite Colleagues for Coffee and Lunch

Feeling awkward inviting colleagues for coffee or lunch? This conversation shares three key phrases to help you confidently make those invites. It delves into essential etiquette around payments, and explains the nuances between suggestions and invitations. Listeners will learn how to navigate these social scenarios based on familiarity, ensuring smooth interactions every time. Say goodbye to embarrassment and hello to better networking!
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Apr 23, 2025 • 12min

278. Executive English: Deliver Concise Reports in Under 1 Minute

Do you ever need to report to your executive team but struggle to be concise in English? In this episode I share a simple communication framework that originated in the US military that you can take advantage of to make your life easier when reporting in English. Don't miss this one!  GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get access to the newsletter, transcripts and extra content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyInstagram @annabusinessenglishYouTube @annabusinessenglish
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Apr 16, 2025 • 10min

276. Handle Difficult Meetings: De-Escalation Phrases for Challenging Conversations

Lack confidence when handling difficult meetings? Let me walk you through de-escalation phrases you can use wen there are challenging conversations and you want to direct the conversation to be more productive.  GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get access to the newsletter, transcripts and extra content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyInstagram @annabusinessenglishYouTube @annabusinessenglish
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Apr 9, 2025 • 12min

275. How to Use "Get": Essential Business Verbs

Discover the versatile verb 'get' and its crucial role in Business English. Learn how 'get' can mean different things in various professional contexts. The discussion highlights practical examples for effective workplace communication. Engage in interactive exercises to master its informal and formal uses. Build your confidence with essential verbs and enhance your business language skills!
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Apr 2, 2025 • 13min

274. How to Say NO to 23 Common Work Requests

Learn how to confidently say no to common workplace requests with practical phrases and interactive exercises. Discover effective strategies for maintaining professionalism while setting boundaries. The discussion emphasizes clear communication, asserting your needs, and practicing difficult conversations. Equip yourself with vocabulary to navigate refusals gracefully and strengthen your professional interactions.
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Mar 26, 2025 • 13min

273. Get the Tone Right: Expressing Enthusiasm at Work

Do you want to express enthusiasm but don't want to sound too much? Or not enough? As a senior manager, it's important you feel secure when you speak and you are expressing what you want to say accurately. Join me this week to dive into the nuances of several common business phrases to express enthusiasm and build you confidence to get the tone right in your different business interactions.  GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get access to the newsletter, transcripts and extra content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyInstagram @annabusinessenglishYouTube @annabusinessenglish
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Mar 19, 2025 • 10min

272. Anna's Key Takeaways: Business Emails, LinkedIn Messages, Alternative for Why? & Advice for Non-Native Speakers

Join me for an episode where I walk you through some of my key business English takeaways over the last few weeks. Don't miss it! GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get access to the newsletter, transcripts and extra content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyInstagram @annabusinessenglishYouTube @annabusinessenglish
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Mar 12, 2025 • 13min

271. The Art of the Follow-Up: Professional Phrases to Get Action

Working with an international team on a big project? You will have to follow up with your team to keep on top all of the actions. What is the best way to do this without coming across as rude in both less urgent and more urgent situations? The forever worry of a senior manager. In this episode I dive into the art of the follow-up in English and give you professional phrases to help you get action. Enjoy! Anna GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get access to the newsletter, transcripts and extra content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyInstagram @annabusinessenglishYouTube @annabusinessenglish
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9 snips
Mar 5, 2025 • 10min

270. Keep Meetings on Track: 3-Step Phrases to Redirect Conversations

Do you ever need to keep meetings on track? You have no problem doing it in your own language but when it comes to English you feel more insecure. In this episode I'll give you 3-step phrases to redirect conversations you can learn on autopilot to never have to worry about how to do it again. I hope it's useful. Anna  GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get access to the newsletter, transcripts and extra content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyInstagram @annabusinessenglishYouTube @annabusinessenglish

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