Confident Business English

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 my weekly round up of tips in the newsletter and extra bonus content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content 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 my weekly round up of tips in the newsletter and extra bonus content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content 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!

Unlock the power of 'Lightspeed Responses' to enhance your business communication. Learn practical exercises that boost your confidence and fluency with quick phrases. Engage in interactive audio exercises to master expressive English and avoid common pitfalls. Discover insights about an upcoming conference and join a vibrant community of professionals for additional resources. Say goodbye to stress and hello to effective communication in just five minutes a day!

Are meetings in English giving you anxiety? Discover 17 essential phrases to help you chair with confidence. Learn how to welcome attendees, manage discussions, and summarize effectively. Explore the power of inclusive language and intonation to foster engagement. Plus, get tips for reducing stress and boosting your leadership presence. Embrace the confidence you need to make your meetings a success!

Looking to express yourself more clearly and accurately? Build your confidence with these 6 key business adjectives you can start using in your next meeting. The majority of the adjectives I will take you through are compound adjectives. These are very effective tools to give your vocabulary an upgrade and sound more advanced.  As a senior manager, I imagine you could use these adjectives very often and it's definitely a worthwhile time investment to learn them. PRACTICAL BONUS THIS WEEK: Anki Flashcard to practice the vocab from the episode. Sign up to become a free member below. Love the podcast? CLICK HERE to become a free memberJoin our community of 8k+ 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 GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get my weekly round up of tips in the newsletter and extra bonus content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyInstagram @annabusinessenglishYouTube @annabusinessenglish

Navigating meetings can be challenging, especially in a multilingual environment. The discussion focuses on natural phrases and vocabulary that enhance clarity and engagement. Key techniques for fostering a comfortable atmosphere and strengthening team dynamics are explored. Practical tips for boosting confidence in communication are highlighted, alongside insights on understanding fast-paced spoken English. This approach not only improves interactions but also enhances overall productivity in professional settings.

Confidence in communication is crucial for senior managers. Discover how to transform basic business phrases into more advanced ones, boosting your professional presence. Explore practical examples and engage in interactive exercises to enhance fluency. Learn the art of redirecting tasks politely to the right team members. Plus, find out effective strategies for retaining new vocabulary. Elevate your business communication game and make a lasting impression!

New season starts tomorrow 25th September. Just before we dive into that, let's me catch you up on what is coming in the new season of CBE. Every summer I take a break from the normal podcast schedule and send out a survey to listeners. All this feedback  helps me make decisions about where to take the podcast going forward. Thank you so much if you took the time to leave your comments!As a learning takeaway, here's a run-down of advanced vocabulary you will hear:To bring someone up to speed - to update peopleThe golden thread - a common themeTo make a comeback - to make a returnTo tap into something - to take advantage of resources (in a positive way) in this case trainingTo pour over something- Not a common phrasal verb. to spend a lot of time looking at something like a book or document because you enjoy it."It's like Marmite, you either love it or you hate it" - Very colloquial. This is a very British saying referring to the in my opinion, disgusting vegetarian spread called Marmite! We use this phrase to refer to any topic that is polarizing.To churn out the newsletter - Very colloquial. To keep producing something such as the newsletter GET MY FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - Become a free member and get my weekly round up of tips in the newsletter and extra bonus content INTERESTED IN 1-to-1 COACHING? Register for future places on my programme WANT TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Donate a coffee TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content LinkedIn @AnnaConnellyInstagram @annabusinessenglishYouTube @annabusinessenglish