Want to make a good first impression in English? Here are six English communication strategies to leave a good impression on someone when you first meet a person. You only get one chance to make a great first impression, so let's make it count!
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Oct 17
Stop Saying "Sorry" for Having an Opinion in English
Do you ever hold back your real thoughts in English because you’re worried about sounding too direct, blunt, or rude? Or maybe you start your sentences in meetings with "Sorry, can I ask a stupid question?" or "Whatever you prefer!"True pragmatic fluency isn’t just about advanced ... Show More
10m 31s
Jun 2026
Stop Overexplaining in English: Sound Confident Without Talking Too Much
Do you ever start answering a question in English… and then realize you’re still talking long after you made your point?Maybe you add extra details, soften your opinion, apologize, explain the backstory, or end with “Does that make sense?” because you want to sound clear and conf ... Show More
29m 43s
Jun 2026
How to Stop Caring What People Think — Stop Seeking Approval
Do you ever walk into a room and immediately start wondering what people think of you?Maybe you replay what you said after a conversation. Maybe you hold back because you don’t want to seem awkward, too eager, too quiet, too intense, or too much. Or maybe you find yourself perfor ... Show More
9m 14s
Oct 2018
Ep. 27 - Tips to Start a Conversation
<p>It's always important to get off to a good start and make an excellent first impression. However, starting a conversation is often very difficult and makes us nervous. In this episode, I want to share some strategies, tips, and expressions to use when you want to start a conve ... Show More
27m 4s
Jun 2023
35 Friendly English phrases for everyday conversation
<p>When you first meet someone and you are speaking English with them, you want to make a great, friendly impression. This English lesson will teach you 35 English sentences that will help you be friendly, and polite, and start a great conversation!</p>
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16m 34s
