

Business English from All Ears English
Lindsay McMahon
Want to feel more confident with your business English?Lindsay and Michelle show you real, business English vocabulary for the global economy in this podcast from All Ears English. Learn spoken English for business with native speakers.Get advanced skills for English meetings, presentations, small talk and socializing at work, job interviews, telephone English and more.Write more clear and concise business emails in English to sound professional.Be respected when you speak to colleagues, bosses, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.Increase your self-esteem at work to participate, facilitate, persuade, and respond quickly in English.Learn formal, informal, and semi-formal English for different workplace situationsIncrease your salary and get a promotion.This podcast is perfect for you if you are at the mid-career or middle management stage, early career, senior-level or C-suite, entrepreneur, self-employed freelancer, or a small business owner.The English level for this podcast is intermediate to advanced English CEFR B1 Intermediate English, CEFR B2 Upper-Intermediate English, CEFR C1 Advanced English, CEFR C2 Proficiency EnglishThis podcast is great for software engineers, senior executives, MBA students, marketing managers, doctors, lawyers, accountants, project managers, HR professionals, customer service professionals, IT, financial planners, import/export businesses, biotech professionals, sales reps, and any career that involves international business or using English.With every episode, we show you how to organize and deliver your message clearly.You’ll be able to understand phone calls and conference calls by improving your listening skills.Use the right English grammar and the right English tenses in every situation.We also cover: Assigning tasks to the team, global leadership and management, English pronunciation and accent, American culture and business, cross-cultural communication skills for business, negotiation idioms, vocabulary, slang, and business proverbs and sayings.Learn how to tell stories that convince people to take action in business.Speak with customers and resolve client issues.Be polite with the right English vocabulary when you speak with your colleagues.This podcast is a collection of episodes that were originally published on All Ears English Podcast and new Business English episodes.
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Jul 16, 2024 • 19min
BE 282: That is to Say, This is Great Business English Vocabulary
Explore effective communication strategies in business English, including navigating communication challenges, using transition phrases for clarity, and acknowledging progress. Learn about the significance of precise phrasing and building relationships at work through the usage of key vocabulary and phrases.

Jul 14, 2024 • 22min
BE 281: How to Impress Your Boss by Sharing Your Backup Plans in English
Learn about the importance of backup plans in business and how they can impress your boss. Explore the differences between 'if all else fails' and 'worst comes to worst', and why having contingency plans is crucial for success. Discover how showing care to your boss through proactive preparedness can enhance your professional reputation.

Jul 11, 2024 • 17min
BE 280: Should You Comment on Appearance at Work?
Exploring workplace norms around commenting on appearance, importance of professionalism, strategies for respectful communication, role play scenario on describing a colleague professionally, emphasis on valuing skills over physical attributes in a professional environment

Jul 9, 2024 • 16min
BE 279: How to Coordinate Plans at Work in English
Explore the concept of coordination in business English, highlighting its importance in scheduling, project management, and marketing plans. Learn about the significance of prioritizing tasks and utilizing diverse vocabulary for effective planning and teamwork at work.

Jul 7, 2024 • 13min
BE 278: One Hundred Percent! How to Agree in Business English
Learn how to show full agreement in English using phrases like '100%' and 'totally' in business settings. Importance of honesty and trust highlighted for building professional relationships. Various ways to express agreement explored, emphasizing the benefits of broadening vocabulary.

Jul 4, 2024 • 14min
BE 277: Birthdays in English Part 2: Doing Anything Special?
Delve into the significance of birthdays with personal stories and perceptions. Learn how discussing birthdays can build connections. Explore unique birthday celebration scenarios and the importance of recognizing personal connections in the workplace.

Jul 2, 2024 • 19min
BE 276: Changing Jobs? How to Announce Your Resignation
The hosts discuss announcing a resignation with grace, emphasizing timing, giving notice, professionalism, and positive spin. They cover maintaining professional relationships, handling follow-up questions, and role-playing resignation conversations for a smooth transition.

Jun 30, 2024 • 17min
BE 275: Is this Meaty Topic Offensive?
Exploring language sensitivities around using meat-related expressions, discussing the importance of considering people's identities. Delving into 'meaty' topics and essential themes, with a focus on alternative idioms in communication. Emphasizing the significance of being mindful of offensive language and promoting listener engagement in English conversations.

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Jun 27, 2024 • 20min
BE 274: Should You Call Someone Inept? Vocabulary to Avoid in Business English
Explore the implications of using negative language like 'inept' in a professional setting. Learn alternative phrases for giving constructive feedback to maintain professionalism and respect. Discover tips on workplace communication etiquette, building connections, and the importance of effective communication skills.

Jun 25, 2024 • 23min
BE 273: When the Going Gets Tough
Exploring resilience in business, the hosts discuss overcoming challenges like COVID-19, the importance of resources, skills, and a supportive community. They delve into the meanings of 'tough' in English, discuss 'tough going,' and offer tips on navigating tough situations at work. Emphasizing resilience, they share words of encouragement and promote the podcast.