Confident Business English

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.    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

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.  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

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!

Ever hesitate in meetings due to business vocabulary doubts? This discussion tackles common hesitations by clarifying key distinctions between similar verbs like 'conduct' and 'carry out,' as well as 'leverage' and 'utilize.' Discover how formal and casual implications of these terms can strategically enhance your communication. Plus, get ready for a shift to shorter content focused on practical business English tips, with invites to explore additional resources through a supportive community.

Do you feel like you can't fully participate in the conversation with your native colleagues because you don't understand? The Real Business Conversations Series on Confident Business English aims to give you examples of real-life business interactions so you understand your colleagues better and feel part of the conversation, not on the edge.   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

Feeling confident asking questions is important for you. Moving to online working at times makes it more difficult to raise a question in the middle of meeting. I bet there are also other common interactions where you would like to ask a question but  instead you don't say anything but it's easier to avoid in. In this interactive episode I hope to help boost, even if it's just a little, with common business questions. Confidence comes from practice and I'll be inviting you to practice along with me.  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

Looking for ways to stop repeating the same words? Tune into advanced business adjectives part 2. My selection to help you express yourself better. Explained with real-life context, examples and a practical exercise within the episode. 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

Discover how one powerful word can transform your professional communication. The focus is on using 'definitely' to convey conviction while maintaining a sense of caution. Listeners gain insights into its importance and hear practical examples to use in conversations. Engaging exercises allow participants to practice and build confidence, making this word a staple in their vocabulary. Enhance your professional interactions with actionable tips and join a community of professionals eager to improve their English communication.

BECOME A FREE MEMBER OF THE PODCASTEver want to practice your listening skills with a real business conversation with a native speaker? Something that actually sounds like real life rather than a robot? Introducing the Real Business Conversation Series. A brand new format on Confident Business English for this season. Do you find it hard to understand your British colleagues? Perhaps you understand literally what they mean but what do they really mean? This pain point experienced by many of my clients was the inspiration behind starting this new series. Hear examples of real business conversations to build your confidence understanding native speakers. 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

Learn how mastering a key business verb can transform your communication style. Overcome nervousness with practical language tools designed for busy professionals. Delve into advanced verb usage, focusing on 'to manage' to articulate your successes better. Engage with exercises that reinforce new phrases and elevate your speech. Plus, discover a toolkit packed with resources to boost your confidence in business communication!