⭐️ Book a 1 to 1 English Session with Rob: https://www.energeticenglish.com/coaching 🔗 Blog: https://www.thebusinessenglishpodcast.com/blog-ep14 In this episode we discuss exactly how to politely decline an invitation in Business English. In addition, due to the high variation of scenarios in which a professional can receive an invitation, we have taken th ... Show More
Apr 20
Defending Positions in Tough Negotiations • BEP 159
In this episode, Rob distills the key principles behind every successful negotiation—pace, curiosity, and composure—along with common business-English pitfalls that can accidentally signal agreement.00:00 High Stakes Setup01:01 Inside The Boardroom03:03 The Lowball Offer03:59 Eme ... Show More
14m 34s
Apr 13
Core Business Vocabulary for Global Teams • BEP 158
This episode teaches three core survival phrases and shares communication protocols for global teams: soften bad news, pair issues with action plans, use collaborative phrasing, manage tone, and avoid overly directive words like “must” and “should.”00:00 Deal on the Line02:21 Del ... Show More
14m 32s
Feb 2026
Building Confidence in High-Stakes Meetings • BEP 157
Rob recounts a tense boardroom pitch where Josh, a non-native English speaker, nearly loses the room after a small phrasing mistake, then recovers and earns executive trust by using rehearsed responses and a calmer delivery. The episode then offers a practical framework for build ... Show More
13m 40s
Sep 2025
Elementary | Politely Declining an Invitation
Naturally you're going to accept every invitation to hang out with your Chinese friends and co-workers, but what do you say when you really just can't make it? In this lesson, find out how to politely decline an invitation, thereby increasing your chances of getting invited again ... Show More
16m 57s
Jan 2023
Was Your Invitation Rejected? How to Respond in English
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21m 43s
Jul 2025
#334 From Employee to Entrepreneur: Business English with Rob
Rob from the Business English Podcast joins me for a fun discussion about jobs, work, business, and entrepreneurship.We share some cultural experiences both in the UK and abroad, the pros and cons of working for yourself, dream jobs, public speaking confidence, switching off afte ... Show More
48m 8s
Jan 2025
How to Politely Refuse and Say No in English | Speak with Confidence! ✨🙅♀️
<p>Saying <em>no</em> can be tricky, especially if you’re trying to sound polite and respectful in English. In this video, I’ll teach you <strong>useful phrases and strategies</strong> for politely refusing, turning down offers, or saying no without offending anyone.</p>
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15m 17s
Nov 2022
AEE 1886: Four Phrases to Avoid Being Dismissive in English
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21m 46s
