Business English from All Ears English

Lindsay McMahon
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Jan 9, 2024 • 18min

BE 201: Don’t Over-index in These Business English Phrases

Learn effective communication in business meetings, the concept of 'over indexing' in business English, adapting and pivoting in your job, phrases for redirecting conversation, and future exploration of the micro environment of meetings.
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Jan 8, 2024 • 19min

BE 200: How to Stay in Your Lane in Business

The hosts discuss the importance of respecting experts and not pretending to be knowledgeable. They introduce the concept of 'staying in your lane' and explore its meaning. They discuss when it is appropriate to stay in your lane in business and the challenges faced by small businesses. The hosts emphasize the importance of recognizing expertise and finding a balance between specialization and broadening knowledge.
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Jan 3, 2024 • 19min

BE 199: How to Be a Squeaky Wheel in Business English

Exploring the power of being assertive and respectful in business English. Tips on restaurant reservations and medical appointments. Importance of polite and professional language in remote work. Using passive voice to convey messages without sounding accusatory. Treating others well and rewriting emails to demonstrate respect and value.
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Jan 2, 2024 • 13min

BE 198: Arguably the Best Vocabulary for a Classy Brag in English

Learn how to share accomplishments in a formal and effective manner, softening statements about accomplishments, exploring the impact of the word 'perhaps', the art of bragging during interviews, and making bragging sound classier using smart words like 'perhaps' and 'arguably'.
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4 snips
Jan 1, 2024 • 20min

BE 197: Don't Know the Answer? How to Ask When You Should Already Know

The hosts discuss the hesitation and embarrassment when asking basic questions. They emphasize the importance of asking questions and remembering names in the workplace. Familiarizing with company's purpose and core values is crucial. Effective ways to ask questions when you already know the answer are explored. Being self-aware and strategic in asking for help in a professional setting is valuable.
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Dec 28, 2023 • 11min

BE: Don’t Fall Short With Your Goals and Win a Contest!

The hosts discuss the importance of setting goals and being consistent. They reflect on personal goals and the concept of 'realizing a goal' in business English. Learn about using 'fall short of' in the business world. Set English learning goals and participate in a contest to meet a podcaster of your choice.
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12 snips
Dec 27, 2023 • 21min

BE 196: Would You Ever Take 2 Full-Time Jobs?

The hosts discuss the concept of 'double dipping' and its implications, explore the phenomenon of taking on multiple full-time remote jobs, and examine the challenges of balancing work and personal life during the holiday season. They also explore the negative consequences of shirking at work and promote the 'All Ears English' podcast.
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Dec 26, 2023 • 18min

BE 195: The Question Is, Will You Try this New Expression?

Lindsay and Michelle discuss concerns about AI's impact on content creation and the potential benefits of AI in the business world. They also explore the use of 'the question is' in conversations.
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Dec 25, 2023 • 18min

BE 194: How One Phrasal Verb Leads to Excellent Communication at Work

The hosts discuss the importance of checking in with colleagues in remote work and the usage of phrasal verbs related to checking in. They explore different ways to refer to a team leader and the significance of check-in meetings. The benefits of check-in meetings at work are discussed, including keeping everyone updated on goals and progress. The importance of open communication in the workplace is emphasized, along with tools like 15 five for effective communication.
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10 snips
Dec 20, 2023 • 19min

BE 193: Get the Biggest Bang for Your Buck with this Episode

The hosts introduce themselves and cover financial expressions in the business world. They discuss the meaning of 'bang for your buck' and its applications, give examples of getting the biggest bang for your buck in various situations, explore cutting back on expenses and economic changes, and have a casual conversation about a strange dream and expressions related to finances.

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