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Business English Tips

  • Business English for beginners
    Want to know the key to great business English? Be polite and professional! You don't have to be fluent to make a good impression, either. Here are some shortcuts for turning beginners into pro's!
  • English a boss likes to hear
    So you've landed a much desired job in a foreign company, but every time you need to communicate with your boss in English, you freeze up. Fear not! Exhibit the following five qualities and use the corresponding phrases - they're sure to make your boss love you!
  • Business English to make people listen
    Success in business requires confidence. When you're doing business in a second language, though, it's easy to sound uncertain. But don't give up so soon! Even if you're not sure of the words, you can still sound like you know what you're talking about. The trick is in how you start your sentences. Get down to business with the following phrases and see the difference!
  • Top 5 mistakes in business English
    In the competitive world of business, you need every advantage you can get. And flawless English can put you way ahead of the competition. You think it's too hard to achieve? Not at all! Check out our list of business English mistakes your competitors make and get the edge immediately:
  • Business English you should know
    Can you stay on top of all the English at your workplace? Or do you feel you’re behind in your language learning? English is the international business language, but not all of it is straightforward. Here are some terms you might hear at your office.
  • What English interviewers are looking for
    If you're like most people, the prospect of a job interview alone is enough to make you nervous. But a job interview in English? That can really give you the jitters – especially if you don't know what to expect. It's vital to dress professionally, research the company and follow up with a personalized thank-you note, but it's even more important to know how to best answer common questions. Use these tips to get the edge in an English interview.
  • 5 pointers for English CVs
    You might be perfect for the job, but if your resume isn't, you could lose out. A top-notch English resume will set you apart from the competition. Just follow these tips for writing a winning resume and get the job!
  • English for cover letters
    Landing that dream job doesn't only require a well-written resume - you'll also need a sparkling cover letter to formally introduce yourself and present your value. Follow this guide to prepare a winning cover letter.
  • Negotiating in English
    In business, skilled negotiation can be the difference between making a million dollar contract and being fired. Here are some effective pointers to help you come out on top in the negotiation process.
  • English for office emergencies
    There's nothing like an emergency at work to spice up another routine day at the office. Check out this office lingo that you may hear your boss using when things aren't going to plan, when a project is running late, or when the stock-market has crashed!
  • English for Business Meetings
    Meetings are an important part of doing business. And if you're in a multinational company, many of those meetings will be conducted in English. Whether you're leading or just attending one, be prepared with these phrases for each stage of a business meeting:
  • Get what you want at work with English
    There always comes a time when we want something at work. Whether it's a chance for more responsibility or a request for annual leave, the tone of voice we use will make or break our chances for actually getting it.  Read on to find out how to - and how not to - make requests in English.
  • Get a higher salary with English
    If you're offered a much-desired position at the company of your dreams, it may be tempting to agree to the offer right away. But don't! Many managers expect perspective employees to negotiate their package, and even negotiating a small amount per month can offer big returns in the long run. Here are some tips for negotiating your salary in English.
  • 5 proven ways to close a deal in English
    Let's face it. Negotiation and sales is tough work, and even tougher when it's not done in your native language. Often, when English is not spoken correctly, it can come across as too pushy or even too rude – which ruins all chances for the perspective deal. Don't let English be the downfall. Improve your selling skills with our handy guide – and get the deal of a lifetime!
  • How to Write a Perfect Professional Email in English
    Although emails are often seen as less formal than printed business letters, in the business world you cannot afford to let your language appear to be informal. Email may be faster and more efficient, but your client or business partner will not easily forgive correspondence that is too casual. Not to fear! Read on to discover simple secrets that will add a high level of professionalism to your English emails.
  • How to give criticism without offending anyone in English
    Your boss tells you that you did a bad job. Your coworker criticizes you in front of your whole team. Ouch! It's not easy to take criticism, no matter who it comes from. But, it is easy to soften the blow when you offer criticism to someone in English. Merely by altering your wording and your attitude, you can help someone grow as opposed to making them feel defeated.
  • Essential expressions for managing a project in English
    Whether you're a project manager or just a member of a project team, you can't avoid all the project management lingo flying around in offices around the world today. The problem is many of these expressions can't even be found in the dictionary. Just rely on our project management guide to learn today's office talk for tomorrow's projects!
  • How to get one step ahead of your English boss
    Your manager speaks to you. Nervousness spreads throughout your body because you recognize all the individual words, but don’t know the meaning of the entire phrase. He is looking at you expectantly, waiting for your reply, but all you can manage to say is a confused, “Excuse me?” Has this happened to you? Business slang and idioms in the workplace can leave you perplexed, but this short guide teaches some commonly spoken phrases and provides several appropriate ways to respond.

Tips for Every Day English

  • English telephone phrases you have to know
    If you're like most English learners, you find it difficult to make phone calls in English. But if you're traveling abroad or working in a foreign company, using English on the phone is essential. So how do you conquer this last obstacle to fluency? Prepare yourself for any telephone situation with the following phrases and techniques.
  • SMS messaging in English
    A new trend has been popping up all over the world - on mobile phones! SMS messages are becoming as common as telephone calls because they're fast, cheap and fun. Here are some tips on using SMS, or Short Message Service, to get your message across in English.
  • English to show you care
    Life is full of special occasions where the perfect words can make a world of a difference. Some situations are delicate where we search for words that can provide comfort and condolence. Others are celebrations where we want to express our congratulations to someone special. We’ve compiled some useful expressions to use in life's special and serious situations.
  • What Never to Say in English!
    'Tis the season for holiday gatherings, but are you ready to keep the conversation going in English? As you meet and greet friends, colleagues and new acquaintances, remember that casual conversation topics in your language may not be acceptable in English. Here's a short list of what not to say to avoid insult or embarrassment at any social occasion.
  • English for Chatting
    Are you a natural conversationalist who feels no fear of chatting in English? Or, are you like most of us - awkward, uneasy and not really sure of what to say next? If you find that the cat's got your tongue the next time you're talking in English, try using these tips to keep the conversation going.
  • English dos and don'ts on a date
    Make sure you're ready for an evening of romance! To help you win the heart of that special someone, we've compiled an English list of top "Dos" and "Don'ts" on a date!
  • Are you in love with English?
    French may be the language of love, but English also has its share of romantic expressions. Here are some handy phrases to use when you talk about your girlfriend or boyfriend.
  • Is Your English Too Formal?
    Does your English come across as too polite? While formal language is essential with your boss and your customers, you would sound strange to your friends if you speak with them in the same way. To tone down your English for life's casual situations, check out these tips.
  • Are you in the mood for English?
    Are you feeling on top of the world and full of joy or depressed and down in the dumps? Here is a list of popular expressions you can use to tell people how you feel.
  • Make someone's day in English
    What's one of the best ways to start a conversation in English? Give a compliment! Tell somebody you like their shoes, and it can lead to a long chat about where you both like to shop. Not only that, but compliments make people feel good! So how do you compliment in English? Just focus on the positive in these four areas.
  • How to say no in English
    Has this ever happened to you? Your boss asks if you can spend all night at a dinner meeting even though you have to go to you best friend's birthday party.

    There are always times we have to say no. But how do we do it without being rude or insulting? Here are some English phrases that might help you to say no without hurting the feelings of the person who wants you to do something.
  • How to cancel your plans in English
    Canceling plans can be awkward in any language. Maybe you have to break them for a good reason - like you got sick. Or maybe it's for something less truthful - like you just feel lazy. Either way, when you cancel, you don't want to offend the other person. Here are some phrases you can use to break plans politely:
  • Speaking English in New York
    From Broadway to Times Square to Central Park, there's plenty to see and do in New York City! But before you make a trip the city that never sleeps, take a minute to brush up on your New York slang!
  • How to be the perfect guest at an English-speaking dinner party!
    Dinner parties are a popular type of social event in the United States, and if you are visiting on business or for pleasure, you may be invited to one by someone you meet. There are a few things you should know about how to act and what to do when attending.
  • Could you make it in L.A. with your English?
    Los Angeles, “The City of Angels,” is home to millions of people from a wide diversity of cultures. There’s no other place in the world in which English is spoken in so many different ways, and if you travel there, you’ll want to fit in. Here are some fun words and phrase to try:
  • 5 best ice-breakers for any English social situation!
    Trying to introduce yourself to a new person can be intimidating. If you don’t know anything about them, how will you know what to say? How can you start an interesting conversation with a total stranger? Here are five English “ice-breakers,” ways of thawing the icy-cold awkwardness of meeting someone for the first time.
  • How to make a complaint politely in English
    The airline lost your baggage. The hotel laundry ruined your favorite shirt. The taxi driver overcharged you. When you're abroad, sometimes things go wrong. Now you can do something about it! Use these tips when you want to express an effective complaint in English.
  • How to mind your manners at an English-speaking dinner
    Eating in a foreign country is not only about understanding the menu! Good table etiquette means knowing both what to say and how to behave. Read on to make sure you’re behaving properly at an English-speaking dinner table!

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