Confident Business English

Struggling to get reliable feedback on your English communication? Discover the art of proactively seeking out constructive criticism. Learn practical tips and key questions to ask your colleagues, helping you pinpoint areas for improvement. The host shares personal stories illustrating the challenges perfectionists face when seeking feedback. Tune in for insights that can elevate your communication skills!

What is the right level of formality when you communicate at work? This is a common business English question I receive a lot from my clients. I'm going to share with you a quick tip as to what I recommend as the best way to approach this.  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

Chris Fenning, an acclaimed author known for his award-winning book on effective communication, joins the conversation to tackle the common struggle of staying within time limits during meetings. They discuss the importance of being concise and share humorous anecdotes to highlight challenges faced by non-native speakers. Chris offers practical tips to master clarity and time management in business conversations. Tune in to gather insights that can elevate your communication skills!

Do you colleagues understand you first time when you speak English? I share with you my top speaking tips for how to help your colleagues understand you first time. Remember that at your level, business English communication is more than just the words you say, it's also important to consider how you say things. It would be great to hear from you - Say hello on LinkedInAbout Little Snippets: Mini episodes with to-the-point business communication tips to keep you learning and moving forward before the start of the brand new season of Confident Business English on 25th September 2024 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

Paul McGee, author of 'S.U.M.O (Shut Up, Move On)', shares invaluable insights on handling presentation mishaps. He reveals a strategic tip for overcoming that terrifying moment when your mind goes blank, inspired by a powerful keynote speech he attended. Paul emphasizes the 'sumo' mindset, encouraging professionals to maintain composure and quickly shift focus during setbacks. His personal story of resilience adds a heartfelt touch, proving that with the right attitude, you can turn challenges into opportunities.

Explore essential tips for enhancing communication skills in business English, interpreting feedback and body language in training sessions, and preparing for the upcoming summer series episodes. Share insights on addressing corrections from critical colleagues and utilizing self-recording for language improvement. Learn how to read participants' feedback and body language accurately during training sessions, and deliver positive messages effectively. Enjoy the finale of season 5 with key business English notes and tips.

Learn useful business expressions like 'teething problems' and 'minefield' to better understand native colleagues in meetings. Explore the origin and usage of 'thrown a spanner in the works' to deal with unexpected obstacles in business operations. Improve your language skills and communicate confidently!

Have you got an interview coming up? Or maybe you will in the future? Doing an interview can be one of the most pivotal points in your career when you have to use your English. It could literally mean getting the job or not. Here as a guest today to offer their expert insight is Clare Whitmell from Smart English Coach. Clare will give you practical guidance and frameworks about how to answer 3 of the most common interview questions:Tell me about you.Tell me about a time when..What are your strengths and weaknessesDefinitely worth the 14 minute listen!  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

Casual interactions can be tricky, especially when you're caught off guard. Discover a simple 3-step framework that transforms corridor conversations into confident exchanges. This method reduces anxiety and empowers senior managers to engage effortlessly. Say goodbye to awkward silences! Learn how to respond to casual inquiries with poise and make the most of those spontaneous encounters.

I know you would prefer to avoid saying something wrong. It's going to make you feel much more confident if you know what you are saying is right, even if it's a difficult conversation. As a senior manager you will have to talk about HR topics a lot; recruitment, onboarding, leave, pay, team management etc. I want to train you on the most important vocabulary to help you navigate these conversations and help you avoid a lot of common pitfalls.A lot of you have written to me and asked me to talk about this topic, so here you go!  By the end of the episode I'm going to train you on key vocabulary related to:InterviewsRecruitmentPayTypes of leaveBenefits and perksLeaving a company 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