Business English from All Ears English
Lindsay McMahon
Want to feel more confident with your business English?Lindsay and Michelle show you real, business English vocabulary for the global economy in this podcast from All Ears English. Learn spoken English for business with native speakers.Get advanced skills for English meetings, presentations, small talk and socializing at work, job interviews, telephone English and more.Write more clear and concise business emails in English to sound professional.Be respected when you speak to colleagues, bosses, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.Increase your self-esteem at work to participate, facilitate, persuade, and respond quickly in English.Learn formal, informal, and semi-formal English for different workplace situationsIncrease your salary and get a promotion.This podcast is perfect for you if you are at the mid-career or middle management stage, early career, senior-level or C-suite, entrepreneur, self-employed freelancer, or a small business owner.The English level for this podcast is intermediate to advanced English CEFR B1 Intermediate English, CEFR B2 Upper-Intermediate English, CEFR C1 Advanced English, CEFR C2 Proficiency EnglishThis podcast is great for software engineers, senior executives, MBA students, marketing managers, doctors, lawyers, accountants, project managers, HR professionals, customer service professionals, IT, financial planners, import/export businesses, biotech professionals, sales reps, and any career that involves international business or using English.With every episode, we show you how to organize and deliver your message clearly.You’ll be able to understand phone calls and conference calls by improving your listening skills.Use the right English grammar and the right English tenses in every situation.We also cover: Assigning tasks to the team, global leadership and management, English pronunciation and accent, American culture and business, cross-cultural communication skills for business, negotiation idioms, vocabulary, slang, and business proverbs and sayings.Learn how to tell stories that convince people to take action in business.Speak with customers and resolve client issues.Be polite with the right English vocabulary when you speak with your colleagues.This podcast is a collection of episodes that were originally published on All Ears English Podcast and new Business English episodes.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 15min
BE 529: Have You Considered Sharing Your Ideas at Work?
Practical language for suggesting ideas at work is explored through short phrases and role plays. The hosts explain why indirect, respectful wording preserves relationships. Listeners learn neutral options like "Have you thought about" and enthusiastic alternatives such as "Here’s an idea." Context, sincerity, and when to use each phrasing are highlighted.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 15min
BE 528: Should You Say "Long Time, No See" in English?
A discussion about whether the phrase "long time, no see" can be offensive and when to rethink casual sayings. Stories about discovering everyday words that carry problematic origins. Practical, friendly alternatives for workplace conversation. Advice on balancing connection with inclusive language at work.
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Feb 8, 2026 • 18min
BE 527: Are You Right on Time or Running Behind?
Conversations about punctuality and cultural differences in scheduling. Useful Business English phrases for being early, on time, or late. Explanations of terms like ahead of schedule, on the dot, running behind, and delayed. Role-play examples showing how to report project and shipment timing. Notes on how intonation changes subtle meanings.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 14min
BE 526: Can’t Understand Your Dictated Emails? 3 Suggestions
They dig into why dictated emails can be hard to follow, including AI intonation and missing visual cues. Practical fixes include switching voice accents, slowing playback speed, and using AI email tools to summarize and read messages. They also flag privacy risks and offer inbox-management tips to reduce overwhelm.
Feb 3, 2026 • 19min
BE 525: What to Do with Your Veto Power at Work
They explore how and when to use veto power at work, comparing political and business meanings. Pronunciation and noun/verb differences get a quick breakdown. Practical rules cover when vetoing is appropriate, social uses among colleagues, and softer alternative phrases. A role play shows tone, hierarchy, and how explaining a veto preserves team motivation.
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Feb 1, 2026 • 16min
BE 524: Who Assigned What? How to Know in English
Clear language for assigning tasks at work is unpacked with common phrases and alternatives. Practical tracking tools like monday.com and spreadsheets are highlighted to avoid duplication. A role-play shows how supervisors assign campaign duties. StrengthsFinder is recommended to match responsibilities to talents for better team fit.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 13min
BE 523: Do You Put Your Blood, Sweat, and Tears into Learning English?
They unpack the idiom "blood, sweat, and tears" and show how to use it naturally in conversation. You hear similar expressions for deep dedication and practical example sentences. A workplace role play demonstrates real usage. They also debate cultural attitudes toward passion at work versus work-life balance and invite listener perspectives.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 16min
BE 522: Take Notice of Business English Verbs
Short, punchy talk about why noticing small details matters in business. Clear explanations of the verbs notice and realize with practical workplace examples. A role-play shows how observing client cues reveals cost concerns. Conversation includes tips on hiring and applying observation skills at work.
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Jan 25, 2026 • 16min
BE 521: Let's Talk Cars Part 2: Take the Wheel in Your Business Conversations
Conversation weaves common car expressions into business talk. Listeners hear metaphors like running out of gas, cruise control, and shifting gears applied to meetings and momentum. Phrases such as give the green light, test drive, and take the wheel are practiced in workplace role-play. A cultural note compares car idioms across English-speaking regions.
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Jan 22, 2026 • 15min
BE 520: Am I Taking English Vocabulary for Granted?
Delve into the emotional nuances of 'taking for granted' as the hosts explore its meanings through relatable examples like family and health. Discover the intricacies of workplace dynamics and the 'curse of knowledge' that can affect user experience. Learn about the importance of intentionally overlooking minor issues in management and the risks of communication breakdowns. Insightful role-plays illustrate the practical application of vocabulary, ensuring you won't overlook the value of clear expectations in business interactions.
