How to disagree politely in English Learn what to SAY and DO when you disagree with a boss, friend, colleague, client, professor, or family member. Learn the body language and verbal language necessary to succeed in professional, academic, and social discussions. Learn the difference between “I hear you, but…” and “I hear you, […]

How to write an article Writing an article is an important step to getting recognized in your profession and raising your profile in your chosen field. In this video, I’ll take you through a step-by-step process you can use to write an article – starting with what you should write […]

Speak like a Manager: Adjectives 1 Learn how to use 8 powerful business adjectives in English. Do you want to communicate more professionally? It’s easy! In this Speak Like a Manager lesson, you’ll upgrade from general English to business English. You’ll improve your vocabulary. You’ll master the pronunciation. You’ll use […]

Listening, Vocabulary, Comprehension: Medical words used in business English Learn vocabulary and practice your English listening and comprehension skills at the same time. In this lesson, I’ll teach you words that come from the world of medicine and doctors, but which are used much more generally in the work of […]

IN or ON? Learn to use these 8 professional English verbs correctly Do you say “focus in” or “focus on”? “Specialize in” or “specialize on”? Take your English to a higher level by correcting common mistakes made with 8 advanced verbs. You’ll improve your grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. I teach […]

How to prepare for your online job interview Do you have a job interview online, on Zoom, or Skype, or Teams, or Meet, or some other app? Don’t be nervous! In many ways, it’s easier than a real life interview. But there are some things you should be aware of, […]

Improve your English: Phrases for your online meeting Having meetings online is becoming more and more common. This is a skill almost everyone needs to have. But it’s easy for these meetings to get out of control. In this video, I will give you 20+ sentences you can use to […]

Writing Emails: My Complete Guide This is my complete guide to writing emails! Most people nowadays need to write emails almost every day. In this video, I’ll first give you general advice about emails, and then take you through each section of an email and tell you what phrases you […]

Work English: 12 Phrasal Verbs for Job Interviews Do you have a job interview? Impress the interviewer with your language skills when you talk about yourself. Whether you are interviewing for a factory job, an administrative position, or a managerial role, you’re going to need to know some phrasal verbs. […]

How to Prepare for a Speech Do you have to give a speech or presentation? Start here. In this class, we’ll look in detail at a classic speech given by John F. Kennedy. By understanding how exactly this speech works, we can learn how to make our own speeches more […]

Top 6 Soft Skills for the Workplace In today’s business environment, managers no longer want people with only hard skills. Soft skills, especially good listening, critical thinking, and leadership skills, are considered more important than ever before since companies no longer rely on just a few people but on large teams […]

Speak Like a Manager: 10 Adjectives + 10 Adverbs Upgrade your vocabulary and sound more professional. Do you ever wish you knew the right word to describe someone at work? In this vocabulary lesson, you will learn 10 adjectives and 10 adverbs to describe yourself, as well as your colleagues, […]

Working in North America: What is mobbing? What is mobbing? This is a recent term that is used to refer to bullying in the workplace. Issues of bullying and other types of harassment at work are taken very seriously in North America. If you are working or plan to work in […]

What’s the difference? 5 confusing word pairs for work Learn the difference between five pairs of English words that are often used at work and in business. Many of these words are also used in a general context. I’ll talk about the difference between advise/advice, infer/imply, beside/besides, hard/hardly, and later/latter. I’ll also give you some […]

Working from Home: Vocabulary, Phrases, and more These days, more and more people are working from home. Watch this video to learn vocabulary and phrases related to homeworking. I’ll also talk about the social context of Generation Y and millennials in English-speaking countries, and why it has led to more […]

12 Common English Expressions for Work Learn 12 common expressions used in professional English – in business, in the workplace, and in professional emails, calls, and presentations. Are you trying to get your business off the ground? Then avoid cutting corners as you improve your English skills. Business English has idioms that you […]

PREPOSITIONS IN ENGLISH: work in, as, from, for, at, on…? Do you use the word “work” correctly in English? Do you know what prepositions to use with “work”? Do you work in or on a project? Do you work for or from 9 to 5? Do you work in or […]

How to talk about your boss in English We often talk about our supervisors, managers, and bosses with colleagues, family, and friends. Do you have a boss you love? Maybe you have a boss you hate. In this class, I will teach you common expressions we use when talking about […]

How to IMPROVISE during your speech or presentation When you’re giving a speech or presentation, it’s important not to sound like a robot or a parrot. You want to sound natural, engaging, and ALIVE! One of the ways in which you can do this is by improvising while you’re speaking. […]

How to start & end a business call: 3 easy steps Do you feel nervous when starting or ending a business call? Are you unsure what to say? I’ll show you exactly what to say to sound more professional, fit into the business culture, and achieve your goal. It’s easier […]

Don’t make this mistake on your resume! Looking for a job? Potential employers don’t want to know what you did in the past; they want to know what you accomplished. They want to know what you bring to the table. What contributions can you make, and what results can you […]

Polite English Conversation: How to take feedback At work and in many other areas of life, we often have to respond to feedback that people give us. Sometimes we are responding to compliments (positive), and sometimes to criticism (negative). In this English class, I’ll give you many ways to respond […]

Business English Vocabulary: MARKET, PRODUCTS, BRANDING, CONSUMERS, and more Learn English vocabulary you can use to talk about products, advertising, sales, marketing, consumers, and more, all in this class. An important lesson for anyone who needs to discuss business in English, especially any business that involves sales to customers. I’ll […]

How to Give a Speech or Presentation: Overcoming Anxiety Tips for exactly what to do in the moments just before and when starting your speech or presentation. Use these tips to overcome nervousness/anxiety/shyness/fear. Learn how to ground yourself in your own body and in the present moment so that you […]

Business English: Asking for and providing a quotation – expressions for email & phone Learn how to ask for and to give a price quotation. This is something all businesses need to do, but also something that’s necessary in regular life. In this class, I’ll teach you common expressions and […]

How to Write Effective Email Subject Lines Make sure people open the emails you send them! Grab their attention with powerful subject lines! Learn the SIS principle to help you write more effective, informative subject lines. This important lesson can mean success or failure in your social, academic, and professional life. Watch […]

Work English: Expressions for polite negotiations Learn English for the workplace in this lesson. I will give you many expressions you can use to negotiate politely at work and in business. Whether you are negotiating a formal business deal or just having work-related conversations, this lesson will show you how […]

Speak Like a Manager: 8 Advanced Adjectives Improve your professional English vocabulary by learning these eight high-level adjectives you can start using right away. Learn to use the words reliable, determined, proactive, indispensable, efficient, industrious, meticulous, and considerate in professional situations. Have the right words available at the right time to describe the people you work with. After learning […]

Polite & Professional English: How to soften your language Effective communication is not only about words and sentences; to get along with people from different cultures, you also need to know how to speak without being rude or making people angry. In this class, we will go over ways to […]

How to be more professional at work: 5 phrases to use Learn 5 easy phrases that you can start using at work to appear more professional. These phrases are especially useful when speaking to your superiors at work. Not only will you come across as more professional by changing your […]