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Jun 2023
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Ep 39: 14 Ways to Avoid Saying 'I'm Busy...

Energetic English
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In this episode of The Business English Podcast, we explore '14 Ways to AVOID Saying ‘I’m Busy'. Discover alternative phrases that better communicate your availability in professional settings and maintain respect and clarity in your conversations. 

We truly investigate why saying 'I'm busy' may not always be the best response and discuss how to express your workload more accurately and effectively. We break down our alternatives into formal and informal options, provide example sentences for each, and share tips on how to deliver these phrases with the appropriate tone, body language, and context. 

This episode is an invaluable resource for non-native English professionals looking to improve their communication skills in the business world. Tune in and transform the way you express your ‘busyness’ today!

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