You can improve your speaking by noticing the language we use in different situations and practising useful phrases.
Here are some ideas you may like to draw on Lists of three For some reason, human beings seem to be hard-wired to use lists of three. There are numerous examples which we can draw from a range of languages. ‘Veni, vidi, vici’ (I came I saw I conquered) Julius Caesar ‘Liberté , fraternité, egalité’ …
from brinkmanship to clinching the deal “The final stages of a negotiation don’t always go smoothly. It is not uncommon for one side to threaten to walk away from the deal, a situation which is often in neither side’s interests. This is where planning and preparation are especially valuable: you need to be able to …
breaking the ice keep it going closing Get Started Watch this video on YouTube Quotes about Conversations “Many a man would rather you heard his story than granted his request.” (Phillip Stanhope, Earl of Chesterfield) “The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood. The best way to understand …
Brainstorming Meetings to generate ideas Get Started Watch this video on YouTube Brainstorming Meetings Since its development in the 1950s, brainstorming has become one of the most common techniques used in meetings to generate ideas. However, despite its clear benefits, brainstorming meetings has its faults and many improvements have been suggested and analysed. Rules for …
Speak Up in meetings Partaking in meetings can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not comfortable with the language used. More about our online Course in Intermediate Business English “Meetings are a critical place to show your worth, build your reputation, and get your voice heard.” Andy Molinsky Author Here are some tips to overcome …
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Job Interviews Reaching the interview stage based on your written application, means that you’ve done everything right so far. Prepare now for the interview keep the following in mind Tip No. 1 Your interviewer may start with friendly questions The idea is to make you feel more comfortable. When responding, be polite, friendly, and concise. …
