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• Improving Your Conversational English: Small Talk and Socializing

  Having trouble talking to people in English at work? This episode shows how getting better at small talk can help you build trust, find new work opportunities, and feel more at ease in unfamiliar situations. You'll pick up useful tips to have better conversations and build real professional connections that can move your career forward.Top TakeawaysSmall talk is a fundamental yet essential way to connect with people and build relationships at work and in other settings.Learn to read the room and respect how comfortable others are with small talk, especially across different cultures.Listening carefully and asking open-ended questions are great ways to keep a conversation going and show real interest.Vocabulary CornerLead (business context): A person who might become a potential customer, business partner, or even hire you for a future job.Example sentence: “Chatting at events can help you find new leads for your business.”Networking Event: A gathering where professionals meet, share ideas, and build work connections.Example sentence: “Small talk is common at a networking event because it's meant for people to connect.”Frowned Upon: Seen as inappropriate or not accepted, especially in social or cultural settings.Example sentence: "In some cultures, initiating small talk with strangers might be frowned upon, so always be mindful of cultural norms."Open-ended Questions: Questions that encourage a detailed answer rather than a simple 'yes' or 'no' response, typically starting with 'what,' 'who,' 'where,' 'why,' or 'how'.Example sentence: “Asking open-ended questions like ‘What was that project like for you?’ helps keep the conversation going.”Social Intelligence: The skill of understanding how others feel and act in social situations, so you can respond in a thoughtful way.Example sentence: "Developing social intelligence is crucial for knowing when to continue a conversation and when to respect someone's boundaries."Helpful Links & ToolsListen to the Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.*********************Become a Member! This is the place for you to boost your English skills and career growth with a supportive community — without the limitations of a packed schedule. Join our membership community here: https://fluentenglishpro.com/members/ ***********************Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4svKh6w8nUtdFwV9CzVG6h  Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fluent-english-pro/id1706003460 Follow us on Social Media: Find us on TikTok, Facebook, and [email protected] (IG) https://www.instagram.com/fluentenglish.pro/ 

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• Networking in English: Skills to Connect, Communicate, and Grow with Michael Morgan

  Learn why networking is just as important as doing your job well for advancing your career. Michael Morgan, author of “The Power of Networking”, shares essential skills for building connections and making a positive impact. He explains how to overcome shyness, grow professional relationships, and use technology to support your networking efforts. This is especially useful for professionals who use English at work.Meet Our Guest:Michael Morgan, author of "The Power of Networking," teaches professionals to effectively network and influence their careers. Drawing on over 15 years of experience at major companies like JPMorgan Chase, Amazon, and Walmart, he offers essential strategies. Holding an MBA and PMP (Project Management Professional), his insights help others achieve professional growth and success.Top Takeaways:Treat networking like part of your job. It helps you get work done, get promoted, and find new chances — both inside and outside your company.It’s better to have a few strong relationships than many weak ones. Stay in touch and try to help others too.To make a strong case, use clear data, include different points of view from other teams, and match how your company likes to see info (emails, slides, etc.).Vocabulary Corner:Get your foot in the door: To gain an initial opportunity or a first chance to start working in a company or industry.Example sentence: "Networking helped me get my foot in the door at a top-tier tech company."Weasel words: Words that are unclear or avoid giving a real answer. These are often not accepted in companies like Amazon.Example sentence: "When presenting data, avoid weasel words like 'most' or 'usually'; always use specific numbers."Regular cadence: A consistent pattern or schedule for communication or activities.Example sentence: "I keep in touch with my contacts on a regular cadence."Paying it forward:  Helping others because someone once helped you.Example sentence: "Michael believes in paying it forward by sharing his knowledge to help others succeed, just as he was once helped."Employee Resource Group (ERG): A group at work where employees support each other and help make the company more welcoming for everyone.Example sentence:  "Joining an Employee Resource Group is a good way to meet coworkers and grow your network.”Helpful Links & Tools:Michael Morgan's Book: The Power of Networkinghttps://a.co/d/a87lgrt Michael Morgan's Website: https://michaelvmorgan.com/ Michael Morgan's LinkedIn: Search "Michael Morgan PMP" or visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelvmorgan/ *********************Become a Member! This is the place for you to boost your English skills and career growth with a supportive community — without the limitations of a packed schedule. Join our membership community here: https://fluentenglishpro.com/members/ ***********************Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4svKh6w8nUtdFwV9CzVG6h  Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fluent-english-pro/id1706003460 Follow us on Social Media: Find us on TikTok, Facebook, and [email protected] (IG) https://www.instagram.com/fluentenglish.pro

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• 3 Strategies for Improving Technical Vocabulary

  Many non-native English professionals struggle to express precise, specific ideas in a work setting due to a lack of specialized vocabulary. This can hinder your confidence, credibility, and effective communication. In this episode, discover three practical strategies to improve your technical English vocabulary, helping you convey clear messages and significantly boost your professional presence.Key Takeaways:To get better, try to read, watch, or listen to all your work-related content in English. This will help you stay up to date and learn how people in your field talk.For long-term improvement, focus on doing small learning tasks often—daily or weekly—rather than big study sessions once in a while.Knowing the right technical words not only makes you more confident but also helps you explain things clearly to coworkers and experts, making teamwork and communication smoother.Vocabulary Corner:Technical Vocabulary: Specific words and expressions used within a particular professional field.Example: "Mastering the technical vocabulary of software development is essential for communicating with engineers."Convey: To communicate or express an idea, feeling, or information clearly and effectively to others.Example: "Learning specific phrases helps you convey complex ideas more clearly in a business meeting."Personalized Glossary: A list of important words, their meanings, and examples that relate to your job or field.Example: "I've started building a personalized glossary by noting down key nouns and verbs from company manuals."Spaced Repetition: A method of studying where you review material over longer and longer periods to help remember it better.Example: "Apps like Anki and Quizlet are excellent tools for practicing spaced repetition to build your vocabulary."Helpful Links & Tools:Anki (App)https://apps.ankiweb.net/ Quizlet (App)https://quizlet.com/es Episode With Jakub Grajcar: “Using Linkedin to Improve Your English and Expand you Network”https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vXieecqgGsjMR0sGauldK *********************Become a Member! This is the place for you to boost your English skills and career growth with a supportive community — without the limitations of a packed schedule. Join our membership community here: https://fluentenglishpro.com/members/ ***********************Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4svKh6w8nUtdFwV9CzVG6h  Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fluent-english-pro/id1706003460 Follow us on Social Media: Find us on TikTok, Facebook, and [email protected] (IG) https://www.instagram.com/fluentenglish.pro/ 

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• 5 Effective Ways To Practice Speaking

  Having trouble speaking English naturally at work? This episode shares simple, useful tips to help you improve your fluency, pronunciation, and intonation. You’ll learn how to use everything you know in English right when you need it, so you can speak more clearly and confidently in important meetings and presentations.Top TakeawaysShadowing is key: Imitate native speakers' intonation and rhythm from short clips.Record & Review: Listen to yourself speaking so you can spot and fix any mistakes.Speak Aloud Daily: Try using English in your daily life, even when you're alone.Vocabulary CornerShadowing: Copying how someone else speaks—their words, pauses, and tone—to get better at speaking. Example: I’m using shadowing with a business video to work on my accent.Fluency: Speaking smoothly and easily, without stopping too much. Example: Practicing often is helping me speak more fluently about market trends.Accuracy: Using the right grammar, words, and pronunciation. Example: I’m working on accuracy too, so people understand me better at work.Consistency: Practicing regularly—at least a few times a week—so you get better over time. Example: Practicing my presentations often has made a big difference in how I sound.Helpful Links & ToolsYour telephone's recording app for recording yourself.Social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts for finding short video clips for shadowing.Episode: Fluency vs. Accuracyhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/7owgPd3TtPO1NhzHaYzX3V Episode: "Building a Supportive Language Community"https://open.spotify.com/episode/5EBQOqUc0vl3NNE5gEUZAx*********************Become a Member! This is the place for you to boost your English skills and career growth with a supportive community — without the limitations of a packed schedule. Join our membership community here: https://fluentenglishpro.com/members/ ***********************Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4svKh6w8nUtdFwV9CzVG6h  Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fluent-english-pro/id1706003460 Follow us on Social Media: Find us on TikTok, Facebook, and [email protected] (IG) https://www.instagram.com/fluentenglish.pro/ 

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• English Pronunciation Tips: Key Sounds for Spanish Speakers

  Struggling with certain English sounds that make business communication tricky? This episode offers practical tips to tackle difficult pronunciation specific to Spanish speakers. Improve your clarity and confidence for crucial work interactions like meetings and negotiations.Top TakeawaysClarity Beats Perfection: Don't obsess over a perfect accent; focus on clear, understandable pronunciation for better communication.Master Tricky Sounds: Practice sounds not found in Spanish, like TH, the retroflex R, and various English vowel nuances.Practice Smart: Use techniques like conscious tongue position, shadowing, and minimal pairs.Vocabulary CornerExcel: To be exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject.Example sentence: Improving your English can help you excel in international business meetings.Impactful: Having a marked effect or influence.Example sentence: Delivering an impactful presentation requires clear communication.Negotiate: To try to reach an agreement or compromise by discussing something.Example sentence: Clear pronunciation helps when you need to negotiate contracts with clients.Transmit: To cause (something) to pass on from one place or person to another.Example sentence: We need to transmit our proposals clearly to potential partners.Asset: A useful or valuable thing or person.Example sentence: Turning your English into your biggest professional asset requires consistent effort.Helpful Links & ToolsListen to the Podcast: Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.*********************Become a Member! This is the place for you to boost your English skills and career growth with a supportive community — without the limitations of a packed schedule. Join our membership community here: https://fluentenglishpro.com/members/ ***********************Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4svKh6w8nUtdFwV9CzVG6h  Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fluent-english-pro/id1706003460 Follow us on Social Media: Find us on TikTok, Facebook, and [email protected] (IG) https://www.instagram.com/fluentenglish.pro/ 

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