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Lindsay McMahon and Gabby Wallace, Advanced Conversation English Teachers for Professionals and University Students

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AEE 2236: Lighten Up! How to De-escalate in English

2024/07/17

Do you have any friends that get upset easily? It’s tricky because what you say could cause someone to become more upset. In today’s episode, you’ll get five key phrases to calm someone down in English. We’ll share which phrases could make the situation worse.... Read MoreThe post AEE 2236: Lighten Up! How to De-escalate in English appeared first on .

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IELTS Energy 1399: Did I Go Off-Topic in My IELTS Essay?

2024/07/16

On the IELTS Writing exam, it’s vital that you stay on topic. What happens if you go off-topic? Today you’ll learn how this affects your Task Response score. We’ll also share a brainstorm for a difficult IELTS Task 2 essay. Today’s question Hi, just came... Read More The post IELTS Energy 1399: Did I Go Off-Topic in My IELTS Essay? appeared first on .

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Business English 282: That is to Say, This is Great...

2024/07/16

Have you ever been in a situation at work where you had to clarify what you said? This happens all the time at work! It’s vital that your message is understood, and if not you may need to clarify! Listen to today’s episode and learn... Read More The post Business English 282: That is to Say, This is Great Business English Vocabulary appeared first on .

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BE 278: One Hundred Percent! How to Agree in Business...

2024/07/07

How can you say you agree with something in a work discussion? The phrase you use may send a different message than you intend! Listen in today and get the vocabulary to share that you are aligned with a work colleague. Do you agree? Aubrey... Read MoreThe post BE 278: One Hundred Percent! How to Agree in Business English appeared first on .

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BE 276: Changing Jobs? How to Announce Your Resignation

2024/07/03

Are you thinking about changing jobs? You may be unsure how and when to announce you are leaving. It’s vital to this without damaging relationships. You want to leave on good terms and not burn bridges. Listen to today to learn how you can submit... Read More The post BE 276: Changing Jobs? How to Announce Your Resignation appeared first on .

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AEE 2227: I’m Good or I’m Well? Depends on Where You...

2024/07/02

Should you say, “I’m good” or “I’m well” when asked how you are in English? Does it depend on where you are in the world? Definitely! Get the key differences today plus one response that works no matter where you travel. Are you good? Aubrey... Read More The post AEE 2227: I’m Good or I’m Well? Depends on Where You Are! appeared first on .

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IELTS Energy 1395: Don’t Say the “H” in These Words

2024/07/02

When do we pronounce the “H” in English and when is it silent? Today we answer a listener questions about this tricky pronunciation. We’ll share the most common words for each category. Listen in to boost IELTS Speaking scores! Why does pronunciation matter? Your IELTS... Read More The post IELTS Energy 1395: Don’t Say the “H” in These Words appeared first on .

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Business English 274: Should You Call Someone Inept?...

2024/06/27

Would you call someone inept if they did not perform a task well? Unfortunately, the vocabulary you use can offend your colleagues. Listen in today and get the vocabulary and skills that will help you avoid giving offense at work. Is some vocabulary too offensive?... Read MoreThe post Business English 274: Should You Call Someone Inept? Vocabulary to Avoid in Business English appeared first on .

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Business English 272: Can You Catch Me Up? What to...

2024/06/23

Missed a meeting recently? Need someone to catch you up on what you missed? Today you’ll learn the vocabulary you need to share the reason you didn’t turn up. When missing scheduled meetings and appointments in the workplace, you need to be prepared to share... Read More The post Business English 272: Can You Catch Me Up? What to Say If You Missed a Meeting appeared first on .

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Business English 271: Can You Spread the Word? How to...

2024/06/20

Do you need marketing help for a product or company? If you have a brilliant idea or project, you need to know how to spread the word. Today you’ll learn tips and phrases that will help you share your project in English! Listen in on... Read More The post Business English 271: Can You Spread the Word? How to Ask for Marketing Help in English appeared first on .

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IELTS Energy 1390: Everyone is Messing Up This IELTS...

2024/06/14

A recent IELTS Speaking question confused many students. Jessica’s friend is a current Examiner and shared this insider information with her. Today you’ll learn why this question stumped so many students. We’ll share strategies so you can avoid getting tricked on test day! Updated IELTS... Read MoreThe post IELTS Energy 1390: Everyone is Messing Up This IELTS Speaking Question appeared first on .

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Business English 268: Are We Aligned? Phrases For...

2024/06/13

Are you aligned with everyone you work with? You need the vocabulary and phrases to make sure you’re synced up with colleagues. Listen in on today’s episode to learn phrases you can use to ensure you are on the same page as coworkers. Are you... Read More The post Business English 268: Are We Aligned? Phrases For Syncing Up at Work appeared first on .

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AEE 2216: Whitney Johnson on How to Navigate Change...

2024/06/12

What is disruption and how can it help you find success? Today you’ll learn how disruption will help you learn a language or start a new life abroad. Lindsay is joined by guest Whitney Johnson from Disruption Advisers on the podcast for this episode. She... Read More The post AEE 2216: Whitney Johnson on How to Navigate Change in Your International Life appeared first on .

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BE 265: Late on a Deadline? How to Ask for an...

2024/06/06

Have you ever asked for an extension to a deadline at work? At work we often need more time to make a deadline. Listen in today and learn how to say you need more time to finish a project or task at work in English.... Read More The post BE 265: Late on a Deadline? How to Ask for an Extension in English appeared first on .

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Business English 262: Let’s Do Lunch! American...

2024/05/30

Do you ever talk to coworkers about what you ate for lunch? This is a popular topic at work in the U.S. You want to be able to ask what they ate and why! Today’s episode teaches you how to engage in a conversation with... Read MoreThe post Business English 262: Let’s Do Lunch! American Culture and Food at Work appeared first on .

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Business English 261: Here’s My Two Cents: How to...

2024/05/28

Do you find it hard to share your opinion at work? You may find you’ve changed your mind and need to share why. Listen in on today’s episode to learn how to share what you think in a meeting, presentation, or a simple discussion at... Read More The post Business English 261: Here’s My Two Cents: How to Walk Back Your Opinion at Work appeared first on .

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IELTS Energy 1385: How to Connect on IELTS Speaking

2024/05/28

Should your IELTS Speaking exam feel like a conversation? Of course it’s not a ‘real’ conversation in many ways. However, there are ways related to scoring that MUST be like a real conversation in order to to increase your score. Today you’ll learn what these... Read More The post IELTS Energy 1385: How to Connect on IELTS Speaking appeared first on .

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Business English 259: Want to Work from Anywhere?...

2024/05/23

Are you interested in working remotely? Today you’ll learn how to communicate with your boss that you want to work from home. We’ll share how to give assurance that you won’t compromise your productivity. With today’s strategies and phrases, you’ll be ready to request flexibility... Read MoreThe post Business English 259: Want to Work from Anywhere? Best Practices for Pitching to Your Boss appeared first on .

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IELTS Energy 1383: Amazing Adverbs Part 3: Idioms...

2024/05/21

Today you’ll learn English idioms for something being exact! You need idiomatic language to score 7+ on the IELTS Speaking exam. This gives you the variety of vocabulary required by the scoring system. Practice using these idioms when answering practice IELTS Speaking questions. Don’t miss... Read More The post IELTS Energy 1383: Amazing Adverbs Part 3: Idioms That are On the Nose appeared first on .

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AEE 2202: Conner Pe from Listening Time on 3 Ways to...

2024/05/20

Do you find yourself stuck at the upper intermediate level in English? Is it difficult to move to advanced fluency without repeating words over and over? You can accomplish most tasks in English, but you find that something is still missing. Listen in on today’s... Read More The post AEE 2202: Conner Pe from Listening Time on 3 Ways to Move into Advanced English appeared first on .

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