
The Business English Podcast
The Business English Podcast helps professionals to communicate more effectively, more confidently and with more impact. With professional content, rich in Business English vocabulary, expressions and conversation, the Business English Podcast is a great resource for all professionals. Improve business listening, speaking and writing skills, through interviews and masterminds with professionals from across industry. Whether for presentations, public speaking, negotiations or networking, the Business English Podcast has the tactics and techniques to help professionals communicate at their best!
Latest episodes

May 20, 2024 • 14min
How to Deal with Complaints in Business English • BEP 81
⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching📺 Watch: https://youtu.be/OG8iq8g6t5U🔗Blog: https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep81In this episode of "The Business English Podcast," we dive into essential phrases for handling complaints in both formal and informal business scenarios. Learn six powerful expressions to boost your confidence and professionalism, along with valuable tips to navigate challenging conversations. For BEP PREMIUM members, enjoy an exclusive segment with five additional phrases to master complaint resolution. Tune in and elevate your business communication skills!==============🚀 Need more ADVANCED English, faster learning and more impressive speech?⭐️ Check out The Business English Podcast Premium subscription here.==============🎙️ Professional Fluency Problems? Download our FREE eBook:📖 Huge Fluency Improvements For Professionals==============💡 The Business English PodcastDM: InstagramWebsite: www.energeticenglish.comPodcast: www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@EnergeticEnglish

May 8, 2024 • 17min
Pro Phrases for Awkward Moments (with Anna Connelly) • BEP 80
⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching📺 Watch: https://youtu.be/Oo7NCDuMVpw🔗Blog: https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep80📌 Confident Business English with Anna Podcast📌 Effective Emails by Chris Fenning📌 Anna's LinkedInIn this episode, we delve into navigating awkward professional situations with the finesse of fluent communication. We are thrilled to have Anna, a seasoned expert from the Confident Business English with Anna podcast, share her invaluable insights.Together, we explore real-life scenarios that many non-native speakers face, like forgotten presentation backups or mistakenly sent draft documents. Anna offers practical advice and phrases to gracefully handle these moments, ensuring you stay composed and professional. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that promises to boost your confidence in high-stakes business environments.==============🚀 Need more ADVANCED English, faster learning and more impressive speech?⭐️ Check out The Business English Podcast Premium subscription here.==============🎙️ Professional Fluency Problems? Download our FREE eBook:📖 Huge Fluency Improvements For Professionals==============💡 The Business English PodcastDM: InstagramWebsite: www.energeticenglish.comPodcast: www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@EnergeticEnglish

May 6, 2024 • 18min
How to Book a Venue (Professionally!) in Business English • BEP 79
⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching📺 Watch: https://youtu.be/hm-WQpxosVI🔗Blog: https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep79In this episode, we delve into the essential language of booking venues for business events. Learn specific phrases to handle initial inquiries, discuss venue capacity, negotiate costs, and finalise details confidently.Whether you're organising a high-profile conference or a casual team gathering, this episode equips you with the language tools to secure the perfect space efficiently. Tune in to enhance your communication skills and ensure your next event is a success! ⭐️ For premium members, an exclusive segment with advanced phrases provides even more depth to your venue booking expertise.==============🚀 Need more ADVANCED English, faster learning and more impressive speech?⭐️ Check out The Business English Podcast Premium subscription here.==============🎙️ Professional Fluency Problems? Download our FREE eBook:📖 Huge Fluency Improvements For Professionals==============💡 The Business English PodcastDM: InstagramWebsite: www.energeticenglish.comPodcast: www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@EnergeticEnglish

Apr 28, 2024 • 20min
Running Online Meetings (with Lindsay from All Ears English) • BEP 78
⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching📺 Watch: https://youtu.be/x9pnTCXZfbI🔗Blog: https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep78🌐 All Ears English: www.allearsenglish.com🌟 Hear our other podcast collaboration here: 🎙️ https://playlist.megaphone.fm/?e=ALLE9965179516🎬 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGZVxhC94sc This podcast episode features a conversation with Lindsay from All Ears English, focusing on essential strategies for running effective online business meetings.It delves into the adjustments professionals must embrace when conducting meetings in a virtual environment, especially for non-native English speakers engaging in international business.Lindsay shares three critical tips for remote meeting success: providing 'human time' at the beginning of meetings, empowering individuals by allowing them to take the stage, and preparing a clear roadmap of the meeting's goals and expectations.Additionally, she emphasises the importance of embodying and conveying company values to motivate and unify the team. Throughout the discussion, they explore how these strategies not only improve online meetings but also foster better communication, teamwork, and company culture in a remote working context.==============🚀 Need more ADVANCED English, faster learning and more impressive speech?⭐️ Check out The Business English Podcast Premium subscription here.==============🎙️ Professional Fluency Problems? Download our FREE eBook:📖 Huge Fluency Improvements For Professionals==============💡 The Business English PodcastDM: InstagramWebsite: www.energeticenglish.comPodcast: www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@EnergeticEnglish

Apr 21, 2024 • 15min
Sticky Wicket | Expressions for a Pinch | Pro Expressions for Problems in Business English • BEP 77
⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching📺 Watch: https://youtu.be/rIwWYXrbQFc🔗Blog: https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep77In this episode we explore essential expressions for navigating challenging situations in the workplace. Learn to articulate difficulties with precision and professionalism in high-pressure meetings, formal scenarios, and casual encounters. Perfect for non-native English professionals, this episode offers practical phrases like "I'm in a spot of bother" and "We've hit a roadblock," helping you communicate effectively when you're in a tight spot. Tune in to enhance your Business English vocabulary and handle work-related challenges with ease.

Apr 17, 2024 • 18min
Indirectly Direct | Being Direct Without Being Rude • BEP 76
⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching📺 Watch: https://youtu.be/hlD3T869UVk🔗Blog: https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep76In this episode, we explore how professionals can communicate directly while maintaining politeness and professionalism. It practical advice and phrases to soften language in various business scenarios, such as meetings, giving feedback, and making requests.Tune in to learn how to replace abrupt expressions with courteous alternatives, ensuring your directness doesn't overshadow your intentions. For premium members, an exclusive segment provides additional phrases to further refine your business communication skills.==============🚀 Need more ADVANCED English, faster learning and more impressive speech?⭐️ Check out The Business English Podcast Premium subscription here.==============🎙️ Professional Fluency Problems? Download our FREE eBook:📖 Huge Fluency Improvements For Professionals==============💡 The Business English PodcastDM: InstagramWebsite: www.energeticenglish.comPodcast: www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@EnergeticEnglish

Apr 9, 2024 • 32min
Pro Terms for Analysis in Business English • BEP 75
Learn how to enhance your professional communication with advanced phrases in business English, elevate your analysis with sophisticated vocabulary, and navigate informal business conversations with professionalism. Discover the importance of advanced vocabulary for effective communication, and how to use specific terms to enhance business communication and analytical acumen. Master strategic and advanced phrases to impress, influence, and lead in high-stakes boardroom discussions and everyday professional interactions.

Mar 26, 2024 • 30min
Nom Nom Networking: Pro Phrases for a Business Lunch • BEP 74
Explore the art of networking over a meal with advanced English phrases. Learn how to navigate different scenarios, avoid common pitfalls, and make a lasting impression. Enhance your business English skills and turn every meal into a networking opportunity for success.

Mar 20, 2024 • 21min
How to Answer Awkward Questions in English (feat. Martin from The Rock 'n’ Roll English Podcast) • BEP 73
⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching🔥 Rock ‘n’ Roll English Podcast: https://www.rocknrollenglish.com/📺 Watch: https://youtu.be/JX_RAWUaGPM🔗Blog: www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep73Learn the best ways to avoid awkward questions using some of the best phrases and techniques English has to offer. Expertly revealed by our special guest Martin from the Rock ‘n’ Roll English Podcast.Never get caught out again by a difficult question and seamlessly transition away from that dangerously sticky question.==============🚀 Need more ADVANCED English, faster learning and more impressive speech?⭐️ Check out The Business English Podcast Premium subscription here.==============🎙️ Professional Fluency Problems? Download our FREE eBook:📖 Huge Fluency Improvements For Professionals==============💡 The Business English PodcastDM: InstagramWebsite: www.energeticenglish.comPodcast: www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@EnergeticEnglish

Mar 12, 2024 • 18min
Confused and Embarrassed… To Do and To Make in Business English • BEP 72
⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching📺 Watch: To Do and To Make🔗Blog: https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep72In this episode, we delve into the nuanced differences between "to do" and "to make" in professional English, unraveling common confusions that non-native speakers face in the business world. Whether you're navigating high-pressure situations or informal chats, this episode equips you with the language tools to express yourself with confidence and clarity in any business setting. Join us to refine your business English and impress colleagues and clients alike with your linguistic prowess.==============🚀 Need more ADVANCED English, faster learning and more impressive speech?⭐️ Check out The Business English Podcast Premium subscription here.==============🎙️ Professional Fluency Problems? Download our FREE eBook:📖 Huge Fluency Improvements For Professionals==============💡 The Business English PodcastDM: InstagramWebsite: www.energeticenglish.comPodcast: www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@EnergeticEnglish
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