Business English from All Ears English

Lindsay McMahon
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Nov 28, 2023 • 21min

BE 184: Are You in Over Your Head at Work?

Exploring the concept of being 'in over your head' at work and personal experiences of taking on challenging tasks; personal experiences of being in over one's head, including attempting challenging ski trails; importance of learning to swim and water safety; idioms and seeking support for feeling overwhelmed at work; communication and support at work
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Nov 28, 2023 • 20min

BE 183: How to Go Deeper with Your Explanations in Business English

The podcast discusses the importance of explaining concepts in business English for better understanding. They explore phrases like 'in other words' and 'that is' and their usage in conversations. They also provide examples and tips for clarifying business communication and going deeper with explanations in the workplace.
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Nov 27, 2023 • 21min

BE 182: I Only Have 20 Minutes - How to Set Time Boundaries at Work

The podcast discusses the challenges and benefits of setting time boundaries at work, emphasizing the importance of communication and prioritization. It also highlights the need to stand up for oneself and be respected by colleagues in the corporate world.
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Nov 22, 2023 • 21min

BE 181: How to Cover Your Bases in Business English

The hosts discuss baseball idioms in English and the connection between 'rain check' and baseball. They explore three different business English phrases, the concept of 'hitting a home run' in business, and the importance of teamwork. They also talk about watching the World Series and attending minor league baseball games.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 21min

BE 180: Are You Fully Remote Now? Connection Starter for a New Era

Discussion on remote work trends, asking about office return, and the value of larger living spaces. Exploring Zoom's return to the office, differences between teleworking and remote work, and the power of connection in remote work environment.
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Nov 20, 2023 • 14min

BE 179: How to Share That You’re Ahead of Schedule in English

The hosts discuss the nuances of phrases like 'three to six months out' in business English. They explore the various meanings and usage patterns of the phrase 'ahead of schedule', highlighting its association with surpassing expected time or a specific date. They explain the usage of the phrase 'in advance' when indicating time before an event. Learn useful phrases to convey being ahead of schedule in English. The speakers emphasize effective communication within a team and exploring alternatives to manage deadlines and tasks.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 20min

BE 178: What Does the Trend Lazy Girl Job Mean?

The hosts discuss the concept of 'lazy girl jobs' and its connection to work-life balance and the impact on early career professionals. They also explore the importance of networking in the workplace and concerns about remote work. The podcast delves into gender norms, work-life balance, and mental health, and emphasizes the importance of engaging conversations.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 9min

BE: Politely Say Goodbye and Black Friday

The podcast covers formal and informal ways to say goodbye, along with details about their upcoming Black Friday surprise. They discuss a once a year offer for lifetime access to courses and phrases for saying goodbye. They also explore polite ways to say goodbye in different situations and share fun and natural phrases to use. The hosts mention their Black Friday deal on English socializing courses.
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Nov 14, 2023 • 23min

BE 177: How to Brag in the Business World

This podcast explores the discomfort of self-promotion in the business world and offers strategies for bragging in job interviews. It discusses gaining an advantage in the competitive business world, backing up interviews with data, and leveraging social connections. Additionally, it provides advice on discussing advantages in the business world and tips for self-promotion without going overboard.
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Nov 13, 2023 • 18min

BE 176: Two Phrasal Verbs That Make For Better Company Culture

This podcast discusses the importance of a positive company culture and explores how phrasal verbs can enhance it. They also touch on the significance of happy employees, the difference between phrasal verbs and irregular verbs, and how to improve company culture and convince others using phrasal verbs.

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