Topic Focus: Business English Basics
We have a whole category of our blog dedicated to business English. These articles include things like negotiating higher salaries...
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How to Avoid Saying “I Don’t Know” Directly
Using Your Head: 15 Different Ways to Say "Think"
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10 Ways to Say You’re Busy Without Being Rude [Updated]
What's the Difference Between Business English and Regular English?
3 English Phrases You Should Not Use With Your Boss
When you talk to your boss, you probably try your best to be polite. The problem is that some of...
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3 Easy Steps for Calling in Sick in English
A survey from 2021 revealed that a majority of Americans feel stressed about calling in sick to work. So if...
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Top 3 Questions to Ask a Business English Training Service
If you're in charge of choosing an English training solution for your company, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. There are...
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5 Racing Terms Used in Business English
The business world is fast-paced. So naturally, a lot of business English phrases either come from or are inspired by...
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3 Tips for Negotiating Your Salary in English
You've done your research and know how much you should be paid. Now how do you make sure you get...
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7 Ways to Politely Apologize for a Late Reply in English
Have you ever wanted to apologize for replying late to an email? Here are seven ways to do that in...
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5 Popular Greetings for English Business Emails
How do native English speakers greet each other in business emails? Do people still use "Dear Sir or Madam"? What's...
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How to Answer 3 Common Interview Questions in English
Are you preparing for English job interviews? If so, you've probably wondered how to answer questions like "What are your...
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"Update" Your Business English with These Expressions
Keeping people updated (or staying updated on things yourself!) is pretty much a core business function. As a result, there...
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5 Business English Expressions to Use Instead of "Contact"
Contacting people — whether by email, messaging apps, or phones — is one of the most common things done in...
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7 Ways to Politely Apologize for a Late Reply in English
Have you ever wanted to apologize for replying late to an email? Here are seven ways to do that in...
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10 Ways to Say You’re Busy Without Being Rude [Updated]
“Busy” is a popular English word, but it isn't always used in the way that many learners think. For example,...
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8 Expressions for Making Urgent Requests Politely
Sometimes you really need something quickly. The problem with formal speech is that it can be difficult to express that...
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How to Write Formal Thank-You Emails in English [Updated]
Thanking a friend is different than thanking someone in a business situation, especially in writing. So here are several ways...
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5 Business English Expressions to Use Instead of "Contact"
Contacting people — whether by email, messaging apps, or phones — is one of the most common things done in...
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3 Easy Steps for Calling in Sick in English
A survey from 2021 revealed that a majority of Americans feel stressed about calling in sick to work. So if...
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5 Popular Greetings for English Business Emails
How do native English speakers greet each other in business emails? Do people still use "Dear Sir or Madam"? What's...
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English Expressions for Rescheduling Meetings [Updated]
Wouldn't it be nice to always be on time for our appointments? Unfortunately, unexpected things happen sometimes and we aren't...
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How to Answer 3 Common Interview Questions in English
Are you preparing for English job interviews? If so, you've probably wondered how to answer questions like "What are your...
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Are You Using The Wrong Contractions in Formal Communications?
Did you know there are two kinds of contractions in English? We have formal contractions, which are fine for both...
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