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Nov 2024
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251. Real Business Conversation Series: ...

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Ever want to practice your listening skills with a real business conversation with a native speaker? Something that actually sounds like real life rather than a robot? Introducing the Real Business Conversation Series. A brand new format on Confident Business English for this season. 

Do you find it hard to understand your British colleagues? Perhaps you understand literally what they mean but what do they really mean? This pain point experienced by many of my clients was the inspiration behind starting this new series. Hear examples of real business conversations to build your confidence understanding native speakers.

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