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325. Anna’s Key Takeaways: Can vs Can’t, Difficult Questions & Clearer Pronunciation

15 min · 19. maj 2026
episode 325. Anna’s Key Takeaways: Can vs Can’t, Difficult Questions & Clearer Pronunciation cover

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This week I bring you more of my Key Takeaways taken from client sessions over the last few weeks: In this episode: * The real difference between “can” and “can’t” in fast business conversations * Useful phrases for handling difficult questions with transparency and professionalism * Simple pronunciation techniques to improve clarity and reduce misunderstandings Perfect for you as a senior managers working in high-stakes international environments. Enjoy! Anna LINKEDIN Say hello and follow me here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-connelly/] JOIN MY FRIDAY NEWSLETTER written summary from each episode plus 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] TRANSCRIPTS in-depth review of the episode content [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Peh26MewHo-Xu91Eav0bqnftXRMe-4f0?usp=drive_link]   THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS. WANT TO BECOME A SUPPORTER TOO? [https://buymeacoffee.com/confidentbusinessenglish]   YouTube @annabusinessenglish [https://www.youtube.com/@annabusinessenglish]

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