Confident Business English

Dive into the nuances of informal small talk in business settings. Discover how to confidently respond to common questions like 'How's the family?' and other casual inquiries. Learn practical examples that enhance your conversational skills and boost your confidence. Explore informal phrases that can help you navigate everyday dialogue seamlessly. This engaging discussion breaks down barriers, making small talk feel less daunting and more enjoyable.

Explore the nuances of business communication as the discussion highlights three key pronunciation traps for senior managers. Discover the differences between 'rapport' and 'report', along with tips for mastering words like 'buffet' and 'duvet'. Practical advice and relatable associations enhance your confidence in clear communication. This episode offers valuable insights that can transform how you present yourself in the professional world!

Navigating the challenging terrain of decision-making in English, senior managers learn essential vocabulary for confidently defending their choices. The discussion emphasizes practical phrases for communicating assertively while addressing objections. This guide helps professionals maintain their credibility and navigate tricky conversations with poise, ensuring they can push back effectively against requests for changes or extensions.

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.

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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.  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