Business English from All Ears English

Lindsay McMahon
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8 snips
Oct 17, 2023 • 18min

BE: How Working Out Can Connect you to Coworkers

Learn about the hosts' favorite workout activities and their perspectives on workout culture. Discover conversation starters for discussing fitness without focusing on appearance. Explore different workout options, starting a conversation about fitness, and finding the right gym. Understand the importance of connecting with coworkers through shared interests and authentic connections.
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5 snips
Oct 17, 2023 • 19min

BE 165: Business English Idioms to Avoid at Work

The podcast discusses inappropriate idioms in business English and the importance of being mindful and building strong relationships. They talk about phrases to avoid in the workplace due to their sexual references and suggest alternative phrases. They also emphasize the need to avoid certain idioms in a professional setting and provide alternative idioms for work, emphasizing the importance of studying updated English material.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 18min

BE 164: Do You Have a Knack for Articulating Your Coworkers' Strengths?

Recognize and highlight coworkers' strengths. Use strengths for effective task assignment and career development. Assign tasks in a group project based on individual strengths. Acknowledge and appreciate coworkers' strengths for better connection and success.
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4 snips
Oct 11, 2023 • 17min

BE 163: You’ll No Longer Be a Rookie with This Native English Vocabulary

Exploring the meaning and connotations of words like 'naive', 'rookie', and 'beginner'. Vocabulary for being a beginner or new to something. Navigating newness at a company and the challenges of working remotely. Significance of human connection at work and the importance of being aware of our words.
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Oct 10, 2023 • 18min

BE 162: Tips and Templates for the Best Cover Letters

Learn tips and templates for creating effective cover letters. Discuss the importance of cover letters in job applications. Get tips for writing an impressive and personalized cover letter. Discover the advantages of utilizing cover letter templates.
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Oct 9, 2023 • 16min

BE 161: Good Leaders Send Signals - How to Do It in Business English

The podcast discusses the importance of sending signals as a leader in Business English, including advertising on LinkedIn and pre-alerting others. It emphasizes clear communication and provides examples of useful phrases. The benefits of signaling in business English are highlighted, along with building trust and using signals as warnings. The podcast also explores creating a safe and transparent work environment for creativity and innovation.
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Oct 4, 2023 • 22min

BE 160: Should You Flirt with Business Clients?

The podcast discusses the appropriateness of flirting with business clients and stresses the importance of using professional English skills in the global business world. It explores the significance of feeling respected, cultural nuances, power dynamics, and conducting background research on workplace sexual harassment. The hosts provide insights on handling flirting clients professionally, setting boundaries, recognizing red flags, and maintaining professionalism.
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Oct 3, 2023 • 19min

BE 159: It's Your Coworkers Birthday! English Skills to Celebrate

The hosts discuss funny birthday mix-ups, importance of celebrating birthdays at work, strategies for celebrating in the corporate world, navigating the financial aspect of celebrations, and taking on the role of the organizer for improved English skills and stronger relationships.
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Oct 2, 2023 • 20min

BE 158: How Can You Stay Up to Date in Business English?

Importance of staying up to date in Business English and using the right vocabulary, phrases, and expressions. Highlight on the significance of sharing current information and speaking in a contemporary business manner. Promotion of the podcast All Ears English and mention of fascinating guests and diverse topics.
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Sep 27, 2023 • 19min

BE 157: Is Your Boss on a Power Trip? Tips on What to Do

Exploring the concept of a 'power trip' at work, scenarios of power trips, difference between being on a power trip and being bossy, characteristics of someone on a power trip, expressions 'power hungry' and 'power trip', how to handle colleagues exhibiting such behavior

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