Confident Business English

330. Anna's Key Takeaways: Framework for Executive Meetings , Accurate Pronunciation, Negotiation Phrases & More

In this episode, I share practical insights from recent coaching sessions with senior managers. You'll learn a simple framework for answering difficult questions under pressure, a common pronunciation mistake that affects clarity, useful negotiation phrases, and why good audio matters more than you think. Plus, a challenge to help you take the next step in building your confidence in English.  Enjoy! Anna GET MY FRIDAY NEWSLETTER - get a written summary of the key takeaways from each episode and extra tips I don't share on the podcast  [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/podcastoptinform]   INTERESTED IN COACHING? Register interest to be informed of future places on my 1-1 programme [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/x261s9e4jh]   THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY OUR FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS. WANT TO BECOME A SUPPORTER TOO? [https://buymeacoffee.com/confidentbusinessenglish]   TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Peh26MewHo-Xu91Eav0bqnftXRMe-4f0?usp=drive_link]   LinkedIn @AnnaConnelly [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-connelly/] YouTube @annabusinessenglish [https://www.youtube.com/@annabusinessenglish]

329. Why Your Colleagues Aren't Buying Into Your Ideas in English

Many senior managers focus on learning advanced vocabulary, but often the quickest way to sound more senior is using more straightforward phrases that are often overlooked and a quick fix to add in. In this episode, practical adverb combinations that add impact, precision and credibility to your English communication. Enjoy! Anna GET MY FRIDAY NEWSLETTER - get a written summary of the key takeaways from each episode and extra tips I don't share on the podcast  [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/podcastoptinform]   INTERESTED IN COACHING? Register interest to be informed of future places on my 1-1 programme [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/x261s9e4jh]   THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY OUR FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS. WANT TO BECOME A SUPPORTER TOO? [https://buymeacoffee.com/confidentbusinessenglish]   TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Peh26MewHo-Xu91Eav0bqnftXRMe-4f0?usp=drive_link]   LinkedIn @AnnaConnelly [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-connelly/] YouTube @annabusinessenglish [https://www.youtube.com/@annabusinessenglish]

328. One Business Verb. Seven Meanings. More Confidence.

Confidence isn't built by memorising vocabulary lists. In this episode, you'll learn seven meanings of an essential business verb for senior managers through a real-world story, making the language easier to understand, remember and use at work. Enjoy! Anna GET MY FRIDAY NEWSLETTER - get a written summary of the key takeaways from each episode and extra tips I don't share on the podcast  [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/podcastoptinform]   INTERESTED IN COACHING? Register interest to be informed of future places on my 1-1 programme [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/x261s9e4jh]   THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY OUR FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS. WANT TO BECOME A SUPPORTER TOO? [https://buymeacoffee.com/confidentbusinessenglish]   TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Peh26MewHo-Xu91Eav0bqnftXRMe-4f0?usp=drive_link]   LinkedIn @AnnaConnelly [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-connelly/] YouTube @annabusinessenglish [https://www.youtube.com/@annabusinessenglish]

327. The Realities of Speaking English at Work: 3 Things That Knock Your Confidence (And What to Do About It)

Lots of different things can knock your confidence as a senior manager. Sometimes it's a comment, a specific experience presentation, or even a particular colleague that makes you feel less confident. In this episode, I share three real examples from recent coaching sessions and some thoughts and reflections on how you could handle them. Enjoy! Anna GET MY FRIDAY NEWSLETTER - get a written summary of the key takeaways from each episode and extra tips I don't share on the podcast  [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/podcastoptinform]   INTERESTED IN COACHING? Register interest to be informed of future places on my 1-1 programme [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/x261s9e4jh]   THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY OUR FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS. WANT TO BECOME A SUPPORTER TOO? [https://buymeacoffee.com/confidentbusinessenglish]   TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Peh26MewHo-Xu91Eav0bqnftXRMe-4f0?usp=drive_link]   LinkedIn @AnnaConnelly [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-connelly/] YouTube @annabusinessenglish [https://www.youtube.com/@annabusinessenglish]

326. 3 Verbs Every Senior Manager Needs: Maintain, Keep and Stay

This week, I want to train you on three business verbs that professionals often confuse: maintain, keep and stay.You’ll learn how native speakers actually use them in meetings, management and everyday workplace communication so you can sound more natural, fluent and confident when speaking English at work. Perfect for you as a senior manager working in  an international environments. Enjoy! Anna GET MY FRIDAY NEWSLETTER - get a written summary of the key takeaways from each episode and extra tips I don't share on the podcast  [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/podcastoptinform]   INTERESTED IN COACHING? Register interest to be informed of future places on my 1-1 programme [https://confidentbusinessenglish.myflodesk.com/x261s9e4jh]   THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY OUR FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS. WANT TO BECOME A SUPPORTER TOO? [https://buymeacoffee.com/confidentbusinessenglish]   TRANSCRIPTS - do an in-depth review of the episode content [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Peh26MewHo-Xu91Eav0bqnftXRMe-4f0?usp=drive_link]   LinkedIn @AnnaConnelly [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-connelly/] YouTube @annabusinessenglish [https://www.youtube.com/@annabusinessenglish]