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Inspired by a senior manager client, here are 3 simple language tips to make your proposals more persuasive in English so you can communicate your ideas clearly, sound more credible, and improve your chances of getting approval. I hope it makes you feel more confident with your m ... Show More

Welcome back to another episodes in the It's Not JustYou series. Speaking English at work as senior IS hard. You are up against quite a lot. Building on a previous story and insights from real client experiences, we break down the hidden challenges and how to move forward with mo ... Show More

Let's do another of my Key Takeaways episode. This is where I take learnings from recent client sessions I think you will find very helpful to feel more confident with business english vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. This week I picked 4 very common business phrasal verbs ... Show More

In this episode, I share practical English phrases for Zoom meetings - from introducing yourself, to interrupting politely, to ending a call smoothly. I’ll also tell you about the time I introduced myself on mute (oops!). Enjoy!Love the English Made Simple Podcast? Help keep it g ... Show More

In this episode, Milena shares how to build a simple English routine that you can actually stick to. Learn phrases like "stick to something," "burn out," and "follow through," plus tips on how to stay consistent with your learning.-----When you're ready, click below to start lear ... Show More

Need to have a difficult conversation, but you're not sure what to say or how to say it? In this episode, I’m revealing 3 simple steps to confidently approach your next hard conversation. I'll guide you through the exact words to use, how to maintain your composure, and make su ... Show More

Interrupting someone mid-sentence? It happens! In this episode, I share polite phrases you can use to interrupt in English - both at work and in casual chats. Learn the difference between polite and rude interruptions, and practise real phrases with the “Repeat After Me” segment. ... Show More

In this cross-post episode, Lewis and Michael go through some fun conversation questions that involve a lot of British English idioms and slang.While hearing our funny stories, you'll improve your knowledge of spoken English and train your listening.Show notes page - https://leve ... Show More

Sentences that are too short and simple is an issue that all language learners face. We can say what we want, but we don't sound natural because all of our sentences sound like children.In this episode, we're going to practise extending sentences and making more natural phrases u ... Show More

In this episode, I talk about how to ask for help at work in English - without feeling embarrassed or unprofessional. I’ll share some useful workplace phrases you can use right away, plus a cheeky story about asking for help with the office printer. By the end, you’ll know how to ... Show More

<p>In this episode of the <em>Pronunciation Pro</em> podcast, Annie explores the conversation superpower that can transform your communication skills: <em>curiosity</em>. </p> <p>Whether you&#39;re looking to engage more meaningfully in English conversations or advance in your ca ... Show More

Struggling to set and follow your 2025 goals? In this episode of the English Made Simple Show, Milena shares the easiest goal-setting exercise using the SMARTER method. Learn how to set goals you’ll actually achieve, get inspired by real examples, and grab your free Goal-setting ... Show More