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Nov 2022
18m 49s

Ep 06: Keeping Small Talk Going

Energetic English
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⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching 🔗 Blog: https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep06 In this episode we look at the TWO-STEP process that allows you to keep small talk going - helping you avoid awkward silences and inappropriate questions. In addition, we lay out a number of phrases to practice ... Show More
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