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Jan 2023
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Ep 09: Starting a Meeting | Advanced Bu...

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-ep09 In this episode we take a deeper look at the phrases required to start a meeting. This includes, not only, welcoming attendees, introducing participants and outlining the agenda but also a number of advanced Bus ... Show More
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