Presenting in a meeting, networking at an event, or selling a product, they all have one thing in common - you need effective communication to succeed. Join business communication specialists Simon and Paola as they discuss real-world challenges for non-native speakers and how to solve them. How do I get my point across in meetings? How do I introduce myself? How do I explain complex information? Talaera Talks provides the best practices, vocabulary, and tools to help you communicate more effectively in today’s global workplace.https://offers.talaera.com/podcast-talaera-talksJoin a free webinar: https://bit.ly/3BSySZBLearn more about Talaera: http://talaera.com/
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What happens when a New Yorker, a Spaniard, and an Australian walk into a meeting? You get culture clash, and some great comedy material.
In this episode, we talk to comedian Dan Pulzello, who turned cultural differences between Europe and the USA into a viral comedy series with over 100 million views.
Dan shares how humor uncovers real differences between American and European work culture, from paid time off and hustle culture to meeting styles, trust-building, and even how long you’re expected to sit in a restaurant.
You’ll laugh, you’ll nod in recognition, and you’ll walk away with practical insights for working across cultures:
Tune in for a mix of laughs and lessons you can apply to your next cross-cultural meeting.
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"I freeze in meetings." "My mind goes blank." "I know what I want to say, but the words don't come out right."
In this episode of Talaera Talks, we explore the real communication challenges that professionals face, particularly those working in a second language. We reveal why your brain freezes during high-stakes moments and introduce the RESET framework, a five-step process to regain control and communicate with confidence. From managing cognitive overload to implementing bridging phrases, this episode provides actionable strategies to help you succeed in meetings and presentations. Tune in for a deep dive into practical techniques for overcoming communication hurdles and boosting your professional impact.
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What makes someone a powerful speaker? In this episode, executive speech coach and TEDx organizer Ruth Milligan joins Paola Pascual to break down what it really takes to speak so people listen. We explore how to prepare for high-stakes situations, the role of storytelling in making your message stick, how to manage communication anxiety, and so much more. Find out what great communicators do differently and get your message across.
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What’s really at play when we miscommunicate across cultures? In this episode, Jorge Vargas joins Paola Pascual to break down the visible and invisible forces that shape how we connect at work, from communication styles to cultural biases.
We explore the difference between direct and indirect communication, why self-awareness and curiosity are game changers, and how trust and respect build bridges in diverse teams.
Packed with real-life stories and practical tips, this conversation is a must for anyone working in global teams or leading across cultures.
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In this episode of Talera Talks, we interview Phill Agnew, a marketing expert and host of the Nudge podcast. We discuss the application of behavioral science insights and nudging techniques for professional growth. Phill shares insights on how to sell yourself better, make your ideas stick, negotiate more effectively, build stronger relationships and overall accelerate your career.
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In this episode of Talaera Talks, we delve into the concept of self-advocacy, exploring its significance in professional settings and the challenges individuals face, particularly in cross-cultural environments. With our special guest Grace Diaz, we discuss practical strategies for advocating for oneself while maintaining authenticity and navigating cultural nuances.
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In this episode of Talaera Talks, we’re joined by Oana Iordachescu, a seasoned Talent and DEI Strategist, to tackle an important question: Does your language proficiency influence your career success? Discover how mastering communication skills can unlock new opportunities, accelerate career growth, and help you stand out in a global job market. Oana shares her expertise from 15+ years in tech talent acquisition, offering practical tips for non-native English professionals looking to take their careers to the next level. Tune in for actionable insights!
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Find out how speaking different languages can influence personality traits and emotional experiences. Discover the fascinating science of cultural frame shifting and how bilingualism affects different aspects of our personality.
Learn about intriguing studies involving bilinguals and the role of emotional intelligence, and gain insights into how language impacts international business interactions.
And you, do you feel different when you speak different languages? Tell us in this post: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7251873054123773954Research:Rezapour, R., & Zanjirani, S. (2020). Bilingualism and Personality Shifts: Different Personality Traits in Persian-English Bilinguals Shifting Between Two Languages.
Chen, S. X., & Bond, M. H. (2010). Two Languages, Two Personalities? Examining Language Effects on the Expression of Personality in a Bilingual Context.
Veltkamp, G. M., Recio, G., Jacobs, A. M., & Conrad, M. (2012). Is personality modulated by language? In International Journal of Bilingualism.
Ożańska-Ponikwia, K. (2012). What has personality and emotional intelligence to do with ‘feeling different’ while using a foreign language?
Ramírez-Esparza, N., Gosling, S. D., Benet-Martínez, V., Potter, J. P., & Pennebaker, J. W. (2006). Do bilinguals have two personalities? A special case of cultural frame switching.
Wedérus, T. (2017). Changing language, changing personality : Swedish bilinguals on the effects of speaking English (Dissertation).
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In this episode of Talaera Talks, Paola is joined by Michael from The Level Up English Podcast to dive into practical tips for career success and unpack some of the most useful English idioms in the workplace. Whether you're starting a new job, feeling overwhelmed, or looking for ways to think creatively about your professional growth, this episode has something for you.
Michael and Paola share personal experiences, including the challenges of learning the ropes in new roles, strategies for staying motivated when you feel like throwing in the towel, and the value of thinking outside the box when approaching career development. You'll also discover why being a "fly on the wall" can be one of the best ways to accelerate learning in the workplace, and how sometimes going "back to the drawing board" is exactly what you need to move forward.
Tune in for a lively conversation filled with real-world advice, memorable idioms, and practical examples that you can apply to your own career, whether you're navigating a new role, looking to grow, or simply trying to balance your work-life integration.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your career journey, this episode offers valuable insights to help you master your career progression.
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Meet one of Talaera's excellent Business English coaches and learn how you can improve your business English vocabulary for more effective conversations at work.
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- Bloomberg's Masters in Business podcast: https://www.bloomberg.com/podcasts/series/master-in-business
- Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/
- BBC Worklife: https://www.bbc.co.uk/worklife
- NPR: https://www.npr.org/
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Learn how copywriting can transform your career and discover lots of tips and strategies you can start using today to improve your copywriting skills.
In this episode, we talk to Gary Stringer, Senior Content Marketing Manager at HowNow and host of the L&D Disrupt Podcast.
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Learn about the importance of understanding cultural differences in business communication. Find out why cultural awareness is crucial in our increasingly interconnected world and understand how culture influences communication styles and the interpretation of messages.
Our guest speaker is also one of our experienced business English instructors at Talaera. Chanelle shares real-life examples of cultural misinterpretations in business contexts and offers practical tips for international professionals to become more culturally aware.
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Learn how inclusive communication will help you progress in your career.
Today's guest, Ming Wu, is a respected writer and advisor on inclusion, teaching and consulting for top international companies. Drawing from her own experience, Ming shares valuable tips on fostering inclusive and effective communication at work.
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Today, we talk to Christina, one of our amazing instructors here at Talaera. Originally from the US and now based in Spain, Christina brings over a decade of experience in teaching English, and has also worked as an administrator and entrepreneur. She shares excellent tips on how you can build your confidence for business English conversations.
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Managing up, managing down, and managing across are key skills to succeed at work. Find out how to set clear expectations, resolve conflict, and increase your chances of success at work with these insightful tips from Amy Malin.
Amy Malin, former Google sales specialist and current Director of Learning and Development at project44, has honed her expertise across notable companies including Uber Freight. With a Master’s degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development, her areas of expertise include leadership, learning design, and coaching. Amy leverages her experience as a Google 'gTrainer' to shape strategic L&D visions and enhance organizational capabilities. To learn more, follow or connect with Amy on LinkedIn!
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Join us for a fascinating conversation on the key skills you need to succeed in a global company with Helena Nacinovic, Senior Learning Consultant at Slack (that’s right, the giant messaging app for businesses!).
🎙️ Helena Nacinovic is a Learning and Development Expert, with nearly 20 years of experience in corporate learning, who specializes in digital learning in the workplace. Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenan
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In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get tangled up in miscommunication, especially in the workplace. We've all been there, haven't we? A meeting that takes longer than planned, a team discussion that just doesn't seem to move forward. These situations can be frustrating, and they eat up our precious time.
For our special 100th episode, we'll be diving into the heart of productive discussions. We'll explore tips and strategies that can help transform your work conversations into meaningful and efficient exchanges. Whether you're speaking English as a second language or just looking to refine your communication skills, this episode is for you. So grab a coffee, settle in, and let's get this conversation started!
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Whether you're trying to convince your team to adopt new software, explaining a complex concept, or looking to make your business pitch more convincing, the rule of three will help you sound more persuasive.
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What if I told you that you can communicate your business ideas more effectively with fewer words? In this episode, you will learn how to write concisely without losing any meaning.
Read all the tips on our blog: https://blog.talaera.com/concise-writing
Confused by legal English terms in business? Listen to this episode as we decode commonly used legal English terms and provide real-world context that helps you understand and use these terms with confidence in your daily business interactions.
Whether you're navigating a contract, reviewing a partnership agreement, or simply want to enhance your business English vocabulary, this episode is a quick guide to mastering legal English terms.
Read all the terms on the blog: https://blog.talaera.com/legal-phrases
🎙️ We recently had the pleasure to talk to Kate Dahl about how to better understand the professional world in Denmark. (Cool fact: our co-host Simon Kennell is half Danish 🙂🇩🇰).
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- How to navigate workplace dynamics and cultural nuances in Denmark.
- The importance of honing your intercultural communication skills.
- How to build meaningful connections and network effectively.
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While the United States and Canada celebrate Labor Day in September, many countries around the world celebrate International Workers' Day, or Labour Day, on May 1st. So what better way to kick off the month than with these 6 work-related idioms?
Learn their meanings with a little story and examples.
Small talk can be a powerful tool for building connections, promoting resilience, and demonstrating empathy. But how can you do it effectively during difficult situations such as a crisis, a war, or a natural disaster? Is it still OK to ask ‘How are you’ when we know they are not OK?
In this episode, we invite Alex Bair, who has a wealth of experience in crisis communication, having worked with refugees, volunteers, and businesses in Ukraine and elsewhere.
Join us for this insightful conversation and get tips for navigating language barriers and engaging in small talk in crisis situations.
Alex Bair is an intercultural communication consultant focusing on working with Ukrainian businesses and NGOs. Learn more about him here: http://alexbair.com/en/
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What do Oprah Winfrey, Simon Sinek, and Jacinda Ardern have something in common? They are considered some of the most respected leaders of our time. They are inspiring, passionate, and empathetic, and they have each made a significant impact in their respective fields. But how do they convey those qualities? In this Talaera Talks episode, we explore the role of tone in effective leadership communication and share some tips that will help you develop an effective tone as a leader.
Read all the tips on our blog: https://blog.talaera.com/tone-of-voice-leaders
When English is not your first language, it is normal to get nervous and have the fear of not finding the right word. Getting stuck in the middle of a sentence is more normal than you might think –especially when you are in front of your manager or other native-English speakers. This episode will help you navigate this situation.
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With different time zones, languages, cultures, and communication styles in play, it's easy for virtual meetings to lose their effectiveness or fail altogether. We talk to Felix Zeltner, award-winning journalist and author, about how to run effective meetings.
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When you want to convince an audience, do you prefer to explain the context first, then provide arguments, and then end with your conclusion or suggestion? Or do you prefer to get to the point faster and start with the proposal, and then add supporting arguments to justify it?
In this episode, we’ll take a quick look at bottom-up and top-down approaches and will discuss which one you should use in your business presentations.
One of the biggest challenges when speaking in front of people is to speak clearly. How do you know that your audience is understanding your message? How can you make sure that you got your message across? In this episode, you will hear four quick tips that will help you speak clearly in meetings and presentations.
Read all the tips in this blog post: 8 Useful Ways to Make Your Point With Precision & Clarity
Phrasal verbs can be confusing for non-native English speakers. Move up, call off, run over... What do they all mean? Listen to this short story and learn the most important phrasal verbs to schedule a meeting.
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What do Arnold Schwarzenegger and accent reduction have in common? Spoiler: your goal should not be to get rid of your accent but to be clear. Listen to Arnold's story and get some great tips to reduce your accent in English... or not!
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Building rapport is about developing mutual trust, friendship, and understanding with someone. This communication skill can be incredibly beneficial to your career – it helps you to establish long-lasting relationships, close more deals, and improve your performance at work.
In this episode, we explore 7 quick tips that will help you build rapport with customers and coworkers.
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If you regularly communicate via email, you'll probably need to follow up often to get what you need. In this episode, we show you an effective way to follow up and actually get a response.
Read all the tips on our blog: https://blog.talaera.com/follow-up-email
Discover how different cultures apologize and learn an effective framework to say sorry effectively and sincerely.
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Are you aware of the cultural differences within your team? This episode will help you keep communication open and effective with your global remote team.
Read the full post: How To Overcome The Top 4 Communication Barriers In The Workplace
Speak up with confidence in meetings with these 3 simple steps.
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Asking for help at work can be very scary. And yet, the vast majority of people who do great work (and get awarded for it) ask for advice and help from others. In this episode, Simon walks us through the different steps one should take to ask for help professionally.
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Many of us set New Year’s resolutions yearly, but only 9% successfully keep those resolutions. In this episode, we discuss goal-setting and research-backed strategies to stick to new habits.
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Saying "thank you" more often at work can have a very powerful impact. But are there other ways of expressing appreciation? How do we say 'thank you' in a professional way?
Read all the notes and additional ways to say "thank you" on our blog: https://blog.talaera.com/other-ways-to-say-thank-you
Peer feedback, or the art of evaluating your colleague's performance, has vast potential for change and improvement, but only if done correctly. In this short episode, you will learn effective tips and examples to give effective peer feedback.
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Effective communication is important in almost every aspect of life. To get that job, to enjoy more stimulating interpersonal relationships, or to close that deal. Communication makes the world go round!
In this episode, our hosts pick their top three strategies that make you a better communicator. Grab all the other tips in this post: 14 Simple Rules that will Make you a Better Communicator.
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Do you ever get confused with affect and effect? Don't worry! In this short episode, we’ll help you keep them straight.
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If you work in a multicultural workplace, there may be situations where you think you understand something in one way and later realize that a colleague from a different culture understood it in a completely different way. In some cases, you may only find this out when a project isn't completed on time. Or it is completed in a totally different way than you had originally thought.
In this post, Simon shows us some examples of cultural differences in the workplace and shares some actionable tips that will help you work more effectively across cultures.
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Is self-directed learning for everybody? What can organizations do to nurture learning autonomy? What can you do to implement successful self-study programs in your organizations?
In this episode, we have a very special guest - L&D expert Lavinia Mehedintu. She's the mastermind behind Offbeat and she shared invaluable insights into self-directed learning with us.
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In this terrifying Talaera Bit, we look at a few spooky idioms that you can use today for Halloween or any other day of the year.
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Agreeing and disagreeing are a fundamental part of collaboration. Learning how to do it effectively without offending anyone gets more difficult when you interact across cultures. In this episode, you will get a wide range of tools –phrases, frameworks, strategies, and tips– to agree and disagree effectively across cultures.
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Simon brings us some excellent transition words for your professional emails. Avoid choppy messages and make sure your emails flow with these tips.
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Not understanding the differences between high- and low-context cultures can lead to serious misunderstandings at work. Learn the different communication styles and get some (super!) easy-to-apply tips to make sure collaboration across cultures is smooth as silk.
Check out the notes and transcript on the blog: https://blog.talaera.com/high-context-culture
Learn 15 of the most common abbreviations for business. Today's challenge - guess the abbreviation Paola is describing before she says the solution!
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The Talaera team is fully remote. Many of us had never met in person... until this September. We got together in Park City, Utah, to get to know each other better, bond, and discuss strategy.
In this episode, you will learn the 6 idioms that best described this team retreat. We hope you enjoy it! 💙
Small talk is a fundamental part of human relationships. It's how we test the waters and check if we can trust the other person. It's how we develop relationships in most parts of the world. But how do you get past the typical first question, "How are you?" In this quick episode, Simon shares three quick but very effective tips to engage in small talk effectively.
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What is cultural intelligence (CQ) and how can it help you work more effectively across cultures? Learn how to develop your cultural intelligence and why it is important to do it. Read more here: https://blog.talaera.com/cultural-intelligence
Idioms are a fascinating and colorful part of the English language. Learning idioms goes beyond learning vocabulary. It is about learning the culture, as they reflect social norms, beliefs, attitudes, and emotions. They highly affect fluency, but they are quite difficult to teach and learn.
One of the reasons why idioms are tricky is because there are so many! So where should you start? With the most common ones! According to a corpus-based study, where they analyzed the frequency of different idioms in today’s American English among over 520 million words, these 10 idioms are among the most frequent ones in today's American English.
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Effective communication goes beyond vocabulary and grammar. Oftentimes, the meaning of certain expressions will change based on the context, tone, and culture. Cross-cultural communication struggles are a source of frustration, hindered productivity, and poor team work.
The first step is to increase your Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and learn about other cultures. This episode will help you decipher what Americans really mean during casual conversation.
If you work with people from the United States, make sure you check out our podcast 7 Tips On How To Communicate Better With US Americans.
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Learn some great idioms to express that you are succeeding and that things are going well. 😎
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We discuss some effective strategies to speak up in meetings. Learn when to hold back and when to speak up in meetings with these phrases and tips.
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In this short episode, we discuss 5 very common idioms that are used in American English and their backstory. Knowing where the idiom comes from will help you remember it better.
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Steal these 14 tips and start asking better questions in cross-cultural workplaces. Read the full post with additional examples here: https://blog.talaera.com/asking-better-questions
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Change is learning. Learning is change. The ability to change and learn (and help others do so) is essential in today’s fast-changing world. Organizations must continuously adapt and evolve to remain competitive. But how do you become more change-capable? What can you do to become a better learner? And how are these two processes related? Erika Andersen has the answers!
Erika is the founding partner of Proteus, a coaching, consulting, and training firm where they prepare leaders to meet whatever the future may bring. She helps them with visioning, strategy, team development, leadership development, and change management. Her latest book, Change From The Inside Out, goes right to the heart of what makes major change work (or not), and we discuss it with her in this episode. These are our 7 favorite takeaways on change, learning, and everything in between: https://blog.talaera.com/change-management-learning
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Apply these 3 quick public speaking tips to greatly improve your next presentation! Check out the episode notes here: https://blog.talaera.com/public-speaking-tips
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What is the best way to say goodbye? If the conversation has gone too long, or you just need to leave, here are some great ways to end a conversation and say goodbye in a polite way.
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Learn these great 5 idioms to express that you're in control, that you're efficient, that you're working competently, and that you're working well! 💪🏼
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Learning how to speak fluent English is one of the main goals for most English learners. Fluency is the ability to speak smoothly and freely. It’s that moment when things ‘click’ and you don’t need to pause and think about the pronunciation, grammar, or vocabulary to communicate effectively.
If you still don’t feel confident after months (or years) of study, don’t worry! English fluency takes effort, but with the right approach, you achieve it. This is our three-step strategy based on years of teaching experience.
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As you may already know, strong openings are key to productive meetings. But so are closings! Knowing how to end a meeting will help you make sure everyone is on the same page, clarify action items, and get everyone excited about the next steps. In this episode, we show you three key elements you should include to close a meeting effectively.
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Donna Loughlin is a PR agency founder and podcaster working with visionaries and future tech. She has helped numerous businesses navigate the obstacles of Silicon Valley and early startup life. In this episode, she shares her PR expertise and we discuss the communication aspects behind pre-IPO small scale-ups and the journey around towards business maturation.
🥒🍜🥑🍕 Learn these delicious food idioms that you'll hear at work. That's right, idioms and expressions that use a food-related word that we use in business. Listen to the fragment at the beginning and count how many idioms you were able to spot. Then, tell us in the comments here: https://blog.talaera.com/food-idioms
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Dealing with conflict in the workplace is always tricky. Paola and Simon walk us through an effective framework that will help you communicate and resolve conflict in English more effectively.
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What do you prefer at work, direct or indirect communication? Share your thoughts on this LinkedIn post.
Direct communication is appreciated by some and seen as being honest. For others, it feels like a slap in the face. Hurtful and abrasive. In this episode, we explore the differences between direct and indirect communication, differences across cultures, and advice for those who appreciate direct communication (but don't want to be called "too direct" and offend colleagues and customers).
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Appreciation in the workplace plays a major role in achieving business results, and that is something that Rick King understands very well. Listen to all the gems he shared with us in a conversation packed with advice and wonderful insights. Go to episode notes and transcript: https://blog.talaera.com/appreciation-workplace
About Rick King
Rick King can be best described as an innovation strategist who has in-depth experience in cybersecurity, digital transformation, corporate IT integrations, and corporate leadership. He worked at Thomson Reuters for over two decades in roles including Chief Technology Officer, Chief Information Officer, COO, and Managing Director, along with overseeing the digital growth and transformation of the Canadian multinational media conglomerate that is Thomson Reuters. Rick is still active on several boards, including TCF Financial Corporation and American Public Media. Despite all his technology roles, Rick realized that you could look at business through the people and through recognizing the work they do.
Straight Talk is a “workshop in a book” packed with tips and examples for those willing to develop influence skills for collaboration and commitment. Join us for a fascinating conversion with its author, Dr. Rick Brandon, and learn how to handle defensive reactions when holding people accountable for problematic behavior. We also discuss leadership communication and the most common communication challenges that leaders face in the workplace.
The House Technique is an easy framework that will help you write business emails much faster and more effectively. Learn what are the main mistakes that people make in emails and how you can avoid them.
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Simon shows us what to say to start a meeting. Opening a meeting effectively helps you set the tone, introduce the main topic, set expectations, and make a good first impression. Read all the episode notes and transcript: https://blog.talaera.com/opening-meeting
Storytelling will help you sell to clients, persuade colleagues, engage employees, develop your brand narrative, gain a competitive advantage, and even win a trial in court. Learn how you can use it effectively to make presentations more memorable for your audience and make your product more charismatic to the end-user: https://blog.talaera.com/business-storytelling
Laurie Gilbertson is a former New York City homicide, sex crimes, and organized crime prosecutor. She’s also a television legal analyst, educator, and entrepreneur. She is the founder and CEO of Tribeca Blue Consulting, where she helps professionals communicate with clarity and confidence in their public speaking, presentations, trial work, and media appearances.
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Leon Nussbaumer is a Talent Attraction Partner at the largest business and employment-oriented social media platform. He shares valuable interview tips based on his experience as a recruiter and non-native English speaker candidate. Read notes and transcript here: https://blog.talaera.com/interview-tips
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Delegation of power and responsibilities is as important in an organization as it is hard. Learn how to delegate in English with this simple yet effective framework. Read the transcript and notes: https://blog.talaera.com/delegating
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Heather Hansen is a global communication specialists trainer, TEDx speaker, founder, and author. In this insightful episode, we discuss linguistic bias, the importance of accent reduction, and what truly matters in terms of ensuring effective communication in global business. Read the episode notes and transcript: https://blog.talaera.com/cultural-awareness-heather-hansen
Heather's upcoming book, Unmuted: https://heatherhansen.com/unmuted/
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From not understanding a word in high school to being perfectly fluent (and funny) in English. Einat Avraham, a Systems Specialist at Salesforce, talks about her English learning adventure with us and shares the tips that helped her most to become fluent. Read the notes and tips here: https://blog.talaera.com/fluent-in-english-podcast
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Today’s topic was inspired by the webinar we hosted last week on Effective Communication. One of the tips we shared to add power to your message was to use strong words instead of weak ones. "Very" is one of the words you can use, and here's what you can say instead. Read the notes and examples here: https://blog.talaera.com/strong-words-instead-of-very
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What are some of the challenges that non-native English speakers face in virtual meetings? Learn some helpful tools that will help you navigate fast-paced meetings with international teams. Read the notes here: https://blog.talaera.com/virtual-meetings
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Learn how you can disagree respectfully by avoiding this one word. Check out the episode notes and transcript: https://blog.talaera.com/disagreeing-respectfully
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Learn how to effectively bring across your main idea in any presentation or talk. Check out the podcast episode, notes, and transcript: https://blog.talaera.com/main-idea
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Can you believe it's been a year since we released Talaera Talks? Find out what thousands of non-native English professionals have been working on, the trends in language learning, and what we have in store for you in 2022.
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The difference between customer and client can be a bit tricky, especially in the technology industry. Here's an easy explanation with examples to learn the main differences. Check out the notes here: https://blog.talaera.com/customer-client-differences
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You're probably coming to the end of your year and, if you are a manager, you may want to be able to recognize some of the people on your team and really show them that you've seen all the hard work that they've done. Here's how to say thank you to them.
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Listen to this interview with Lior Lavi, Software Development Manager at SAP. He has vast experience in management and employee engagement and shared interesting insights into what it takes to keep a team together, striving for the same goals. Read the interview notes: https://blog.talaera.com/trust-employee-engagement-interview
Learn how to hold employees accountable with these simple but effective communication tips. Read the summary here: https://blog.talaera.com/podcast-accountability
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Special guest: Neeraja Dorairaj, Learning Specialist at Thomson Reuters. We discuss the main trends shaping L&D, the most disruptive changes after the pandemic, and her favorite projects this year at Thomson Reuters. Read the interview notes: https://blog.talaera.com/training-development-expert-interview
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Jitin Chopra, Systems Specialist at Salesforce, is our special guest today. He is from India and has vast experience working in the technology sector and communicating with team members from other cultures. Listen to his interesting insights into communication in India and what it's like to work with multicultural teams. Read the interview notes here: https://blog.talaera.com/communication-india
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Learn these common idioms about time with definitions and examples: https://blog.talaera.com/time-idioms
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You know when you're talking with a colleague or a potential client and you don't understand what they just said? Saying "What? You didn't speak clearly" is not an option. Learn how you can ask for clarification politely with these tips and phrases: https://blog.talaera.com/ask-clarification
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Special guest: our Senior Account Manager Kristina! She's from Germany and she shared some very useful tips you apply when communicating with your German clients or coworkers.
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Learn how to introduce yourself professionally in 3 easy steps. Grab all the tips and phrases on the blog: https://blog.talaera.com/introduce-yourself-professionally
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Learn some interesting facts about Israeli culture and get some tips to communicate with them. Get all the tips: https://blog.talaera.com/communication-israel
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Learn how to interrupt in a business meeting politely and effectively.
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Learn these new idioms to talk about problem-solving.
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Employee happiness is about feeling positive about the work you do. It’s about preferring to fix problems rather than complaining about them. It’s about constantly trying to improve because you want to, and not because you have to. According to research, these are the 10 strategies you can implement to boost employee happiness in your organization. Read the transcript and find the links to the papers here: https://blog.talaera.com/boost-employee-happiness
Discover the most common communication styles among people from the United States and learn how to communicate with them more effectively with these verbal and non-verbal communication tips.
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Learn 6 new idioms to talk about problems.
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Learn these common money expressions and make sure you visit our blog post to read the transcript, definitions, and examples! https://blog.talaera.com/money-idioms
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Learn how to do active listening effectively, find out what the RASA technique is, and steal some useful expressions from our hosts. Make sure you visit our blog post on active listening for additional tips: https://blog.talaera.com/talaera-talks-active-listening
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Learn 7 useful expressions for your next salary negotiation. Make sure you visit our blog post on negotiations for more valuable tips: How To Negotiate Salary Effectively With These 7 Top Phrases.
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Understand the different communication styles people can adopt and try to guess what yours usually is.
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Touch base with colleagues using these 11 idioms about talking.
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Use these idioms at work to say that you're as busy as a bee and sound like a native-English speaker!
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Learn how different cultures say no and disagree, its importance, and how to navigate these differences. And if you stick until the end, you'll get answers to the following questions:
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Learn 8 useful idioms to talk about first steps (starting a new job, joining a new team, or taking on a new project) in 5 minutes. Download it in pdf here.
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Learn how the tone of your voice affects customer success experience, and listen to the anecdotes and advice from Simon and Paola.
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Learn 10 useful phrases to talk about decision making at work in 6 minutes.
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Turn fear into opportunity with these tips for your presentations in English. From the preparation to the delivery. Learn phrases and useful tips for your professional presentations.
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Learn some very useful expressions commonly used in business. Simon provides easy-to-understand examples and explanations for you to start using these phrases today!
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What is small talk? Why is it important? What are good and bad topics for small talk? Simon and Paola answer all these questions (and more!) in this episode. Learn valuable tips to engage in small talk in professional situations and get some illustrative examples at the end.
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Get easy techniques to learn and remember new words
Remembering new vocabulary can be tricky, but learning lists and lists of words is not the way to go. Listen to Paola's tips on how to understand and memorize new words and expressions in English.
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Learn how to get your point across effectively in fast-paced situations. Speaking in English in a meeting when you're not a native speaker can be intimidating. Find out ways to gain the confidence you need to express your ideas effectively.
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Your business English communication podcast for non-native professionals is here!Get to know the Talaera Talks team, meet communication experts Simon and Paola, and find out what you will learn in this series.
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