This  episode was suggested by a listener and I think it could help you too. Highlighting when there has been a mistake can be an awkward. You don't want to blame someone too much, you understand that these happen but it's also important that you feel comfortable to bring up issues and problems even when you are with your bosses or people in the company who are more senior than you. In this episode I will tell you how you can do this and also things to avoid. Would you like a summary of all the business vocabulary from this episode and every episode going forward?SIGN UP TODAY TO THE ANNA WITH 2NS NEWSLETTER (this is the only place where I will my bonus notes from the podcast. There is no charge for this either! A no-brainer)Click here for a sample.Want to support the podcast? Donate a coffee here Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish

I often find myself saying to my clients "just make your life easier".  People seem to make things more difficult for themselves when there is no need. Therefore in today's episode I want to share common pitfalls, areas where I suggest proceeding with caution and some extra tips about how you come across when you speak.Would you like a summary of all the business vocabulary each episode to enhance your learning?SIGN UP TODAY TO THE ANNA WITH 2NS NEWSLETTER (this is the only place where I will my bonus notes from the podcast. There is no charge for this either! A no-brainer)Click here for a sample.Want to support the podcast? Donate a coffee here Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish

There is one thing that I ask everybody I work with but you would be surprised how many people don't get this sentence correct even with a higher level of English. In this episode I share with you what this is so you can say it perfectly without mistakes, hestiation or second guessing!Would you like a summary of all the business vocabulary each episode to enhance your learning?SIGN UP TODAY TO THE ANNA WITH 2NS NEWSLETTER (this is the only place where I will my bonus notes from the podcast. There is no charge for this either! A no-brainer)Click here for a sample.Want to support the podcast? Donate a coffee here Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish

I want to continue our work with fundamentals by looking at a common problem that Spanish speakers have, how can I be concise in English? I often hear people struggle to get to the point of what they want to say. Spanish is spoken differently than English, in English tell me what you want to say, as clearly as possible in as few words as possible. Here I share an extremely simple and memorable technique to help you prepare what you want to say so that is concise and clear. Enjoy! I hope it's useful.Would you like a summary of all the business vocabulary from the episodes each week to enhance your learning?SIGN UP TODAY TO THE ANNA WITH 2NS NEWSLETTER (this is the only place where I will my bonus notes from the podcast)Click here for a sample. Want to support the podcast? Donate a coffee here Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish

Let's  continue our work with fundamental business vocabulary - your work routine! How exciting! Now before you try and escape, I promise you that this is worth your time due to the sheer number of mistakes I hear almost every day regarding this topic. A nice phrase springs to mind here - You are only as strong as your weakest link!  The simplest things are sometimes the hardest to get right. Well worth 20 minutes of your time to say these things correctly. Enjoy! I hope it's usefulWould you like a summary of the  business vocabulary from the episodes each week to enhance your learning?SIGN UP TO MY NEWSLETTER (this is the only place where I will share this) Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish

Hello! Long time no see! How are you? Welcome to a brand new season of Anna with 2Ns podcast. Whether you are a new or regular listener I'm really looking forward to getting back into our weekly routine. And, we've got work to do. How it works - Each episode will address a different topic related to business English and I will give you my expert tips, guidance and advice as well as practical things you can actually use when you are in your job. We are going to kick off this new season working on areas which are fundamental in business interactions. The first one will be, how do you greet someone for the first time? How can you do it in a way that is professional? It may seem easy but often the simplest things can be the hardest. I often hear people struggling with this. Get my thoughts on the best thing to say, an example of how I would greet someone and mistakes to be careful of. And if that wasn't enough, just before the end I give you a word, structure or phrase that hardly anybody uses but everybody should.  I hope it's useful and enjoy! Want a summary of the advanced vocabulary from the episodes every week?SIGN UP TO MY NEWSLETTER (this is the only place where I will share this) Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish

Self-study is mainly centered around listening and reading because you don't need anybody else. There is a lot you can do and that is within your control to improve and practice when you have more downtime like over Summer. I have some very clear recommendations about what you should and shouldn't focus on if you keep contact with the language and learn things that will help you in your career. In the podcast I mention a quote which is actually Discipline equals freedom - Jocko WillinkAlso the Business Resources I mention are called - Business English Pod. To access their detailed transcripts you need to have a paid membership (I have one actually). They are the best resources I have found if you want something very in-depth and detailed. It's not for everyone but can be a ncie compliment. MY LINKSSign up to my newsletter - extra bonus content related to the podcast over Summer 2022Work with me 1:1Instagram - @anna2nsenglish Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish

Do you take ages to press send on emails? Second guessing whether what you said was right or comes across well? I know the feeling. It takes me ages in Spanish too but writing in Spanish is different than in English. I have some high level tips for you to start writing more concisely and send emails that people like to recieve. This is the penultimate episode before Anna with 2Ns takes a break from the microphone however, I will be sending regular bonus content on my newsletter list. If new words to impress your colleagues and tragic stories about me failing at Spanish to make yourself feel better sound like your cup of tea, the link is below. MY LINKSSign up to my newsletter - extra bonus content during Summer 2022!Work with me 1:1Instagram - @anna2nsenglish Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish

Funnily enough, you are not alone. I help a lot of people who are in your exact position. In my own professional career I've also had make progresss and I want to share a really personal story with you and some practical things you can do to help you rethink the way you approach communicating in English. I hope you enjoy it*I also mentioned a website at the end of the episode which was www.sentencedict.com - great for seeing words in context.MY LINKSWork with me 1:1Sign up to my newsletter - extra bonus content!Instagram - @anna2nsenglish Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish

We've all been there. It's 12.03, the meeting was supposed to finish at 12.00, you don't want to be rude but you've got another meeting to go to. How can you manage that? Let me help you.MY LINKSSign up to my newsletter - get exclusive content and be the first to hear about news and offersFind me on Instagram - @anna2nsenglishListen to me with my co-host Andrew on Culips English ChatterboxSupport the podcast - Donate to help my free podcast keep going. I do all the work in my own time and don't get any sponsorship.  Say hello on LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyFollow me on Instagram @annabusinessenglish