Professional Skills

Enhance your career with my comprehensive range of business English courses and resources focused on professional skills. From networking techniques to meeting skills, these resources are designed to help you succeed in your professional endeavours.

How to Build Rapport with Your Manager

How to Build Rapport with Your Manager and Senior Leaders in English

How to Build Rapport with Your Manager – Introduction Building strong relationships with your manager and senior leaders is one of the most important – and often overlooked – ways to grow your career. When your English isn’t perfect, it can feel even harder to speak up, ask questions or connect personally with someone more […]

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Politely End a Conversation

How to Politely End a Conversation in English Without Sounding Rude

Politely End a Conversation – Introduction Professional strategies to exit gracefully, whether you’re networking, chatting with colleagues or making small talk at events. Ending a conversation in English without sounding rude can be tricky – especially for non-native speakers. Whether you’re at a business event, chatting in the office kitchen or networking over coffee, knowing

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Keep a Conversation Flowing

How to Keep a Conversation Flowing in English Without Awkward Pauses

Keep a Conversation Flowing – Introduction Have you ever been chatting with a colleague, and then suddenly – silence? You freeze, unsure what to say next. The other person looks away, checks their phone or shifts uncomfortably. You wonder, “Was it me? Did I say something wrong?” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone –

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Small Talk to Build Better Work Relationships

How to Use Small Talk to Build Better Work Relationships in English

Use Small Talk to Build Better Work Relationships – Introduction Small talk isn’t just polite conversation – it’s one of the most powerful tools for building trust and creating strong working relationships. If you’re a non-native English speaker, mastering small talk can help you feel more confident, fit in better and connect with colleagues and

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Make Small Talk at Business Events

How to Make Small Talk at Business Events in English: Confident Tips and Real Examples

Make Small Talk at Business Events – Introduction Small talk at business events can feel intimidating – especially if English isn’t your first language. But it’s also one of the best ways to make useful connections, practise your communication skills and leave a good impression. In this article, you’ll learn how to confidently start and

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How to Politely Correct Someone

How to Politely Correct Someone in a Business Discussion

How to Politely Correct Someone – Introduction Learn to disagree with grace and accuracy – without damaging relationships. In international workplaces, we often need to speak up when something isn’t quite right. Maybe a colleague gives incorrect information in a meeting. Maybe your manager remembers a deadline incorrectly. Or maybe someone misunderstands an important instruction.

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give and receive constructive feedback

How to Give and Receive Constructive Feedback at Work

Give and Receive Constructive Feedback – Why Feedback Matters In any workplace, giving and receiving feedback is essential. Whether you’re working on a team project, leading a meeting or reviewing performance, feedback helps people grow and improve. But for English learners, feedback conversations can feel tricky – especially when you’re not sure what to say

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Business Communication Business Vocabulary Language and Vocabulary Professional Skills Teamwork
Start and Keep a Conversation Going

Small Talk for Business: How to Start and Keep a Conversation Going in the Workplace

Start and Keep a Conversation Going – Introduction If you work in an English-speaking environment, small talk is a powerful tool. It helps you build relationships, feel more confident and connect with colleagues and clients in a friendly, natural way. But as a non-native speaker, small talk can feel awkward. What do I say? How

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Start Friendly Conversations

How to Start Friendly Conversations in the Office Kitchen or Breakroom (Even If English Isn’t Your First Language)

Start Friendly Conversations – Introduction The office kitchen or breakroom might seem like a small space, but it’s actually one of the best places to build genuine connections at work. These quick, informal chats can help you feel more comfortable, strengthen your relationships and improve your English in a real-world setting. If you’re a non-native

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Build Strong Relationships with Colleagues

How to Build Strong Relationships with Colleagues in English: Everyday Phrases and Professional Habits

Build Strong Relationships with Colleagues – Introduction Building good relationships at work is one of the most valuable things you can do for your professional growth – especially if English isn’t your first language. Whether you’re working in an international team or communicating with clients and partners across borders, the way you connect with others

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