Breakout Business English - Improve your vocabulary and confidence using English at work.

Chris - Breakout Business English

Breakout Business English is all about improving your confidence, vocabulary, grammar and fluency in Business English. If you're not a native English speaker and you use English as a 2nd language to communicate at work then this podcast is definitely for you! You’ll find tips, strategies, and tools to grow your professional communication skills, as well as vocabulary episodes aimed at giving you new, advanced, professional vocabulary around workplace themes. We explore how you can express yourself better and build better professional relationships with your colleagues, customers, and clients. If you’re interested in becoming a better professional tomorrow than you are today, then you're in the right place and I'm excited to have you on the team. Let's get started!

  1. 1d ago

    How to PREVENT CONFLICT at work (Part 1) | Business English communication lesson

    Send us Fan Mail We've talked about how to resolve and fix conflicts in the past, now let's talk about how to prevent conflict before it occurs. If you speak English to manage your team and you want to build an atmosphere where conflict is rare and everyone works together without arguments or disagreements then this episode it for you. Also, if you're studying for the IELTS, TOEFL, DET or Cambridge English tests and exams then you might find some of the vocabulary in this episode really useful. This podcast is all about helping you to communicate better, in English, at work. I work with international English speakers from around the world who use English, at work, as a second or third language and I hope that I can bring some of the ideas, vocabulary, and grammar, from those sessions, to you in this podcast. - Book a one-to-one coaching session with me at breakoutbusinessenglish.com - Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off your first coaching session Do you want to see what I do? Click here: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=YNzbpTQy899L5D9G Don’t forget that my full time job is helping international professionals who use English at work to improve their communication skills. So, if you need English to do your job but don’t speak it natively then maybe we can work together to help you to achieve your language goals.  - Don’t forget to leave a review, and request future topics! - New episodes released every Wednesday - Watch English speaking analysis on the Breakout Business English YouTube channel #businessenglish #englishtips #englishclass #IELTS Support the show Book a coaching session with me at: https://www.breakoutbusinessenglish.com

  2. Jul 22

    How to answer difficult JOB INTERVIEW questions - Business communication lesson

    Send us Fan Mail If you have a job interview coming up, and you're asked a question that you don't have a good answer to, what can you say? If you're an international English speaker then this can be extra difficult. Today we're talking about 3 techniques and native and international English speakers can use to communicate really well under this kind of pressure. Also, if you're studying for the IELTS, TOEFL, DET or Cambridge English tests and exams then you might find some of the vocabulary in this episode really useful. This podcast is all about helping you to communicate better, in English, at work. I work with international English speakers from around the world who use English, at work, as a second or third language and I hope that I can bring some of the ideas, vocabulary, and grammar, from those sessions, to you in this podcast. - Book a one-to-one coaching session with me at breakoutbusinessenglish.com - Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off your first coaching session Do you want to see what I do? Click here: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=YNzbpTQy899L5D9G Don’t forget that my full time job is helping international professionals who use English at work to improve their communication skills. So, if you need English to do your job but don’t speak it natively then maybe we can work together to help you to achieve your language goals.  - Don’t forget to leave a review, and request future topics! - New episodes released every Wednesday - Watch English speaking analysis on the Breakout Business English YouTube channel #businessenglish #englishtips #englishclass #IELTS Support the show Book a coaching session with me at: https://www.breakoutbusinessenglish.com

  3. Jul 15

    How to INTERRUPT POLITELY at work | Business English communication lesson

    Send us Fan Mail Want to improve your business English speaking and vocabulary at work? Today we're talking about how non-native English speakers in professional settings can interrupt politely. You'll learn practical vocabulary and grammar patterns to jump into a conversation confidently, whether you're speaking with colleagues, clients, or customers, without sounding rude or pushy. We build on the "yes, and" principle from improvised comedy to create natural, native-sounding interruptions that feel collaborative rather than confrontational. We'll also cover how to bring quieter colleagues into a discussion when one person is dominating the room, a valuable skill for building stronger relationships at work. Perfect for anyone looking to sound more confident and natural in meetings, client calls, or everyday workplace conversations, and to take their business English to the next level. Also, if you're studying for the IELTS, TOEFL, DET or Cambridge English tests and exams then you might find some of the vocabulary in this episode really useful. This podcast is all about helping you to communicate better, in English, at work. I work with international English speakers from around the world who use English, at work, as a second or third language and I hope that I can bring some of the ideas, vocabulary, and grammar, from those sessions, to you in this podcast. - Book a one-to-one coaching session with me at breakoutbusinessenglish.com - Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off your first coaching session Do you want to see what I do? Click here: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=YNzbpTQy899L5D9G Don’t forget that my full time job is helping international professionals who use English at work to improve their communication skills. So, if you need English to do your job but don’t speak it natively then maybe we can work together to help you to achieve your language goals.  - Don’t forget to leave a review, and request future topics! - New episodes released every Wednesday - Watch English speaking analysis on the Breakout Business English YouTube channel #businessenglish #englishtips #englishclass #IELTS Support the show Book a coaching session with me at: https://www.breakoutbusinessenglish.com

  4. Jul 8

    How to be ASSERTIVE at work | Business English communication class

    Send us Fan Mail If you want to be more assertive when speaking English at work, without sounding rude then this episode is for you. Maybe you want to sound more native and natural when having difficult conversations in English. Hopefully the communication tips and vocabulary in this podcast will be able to help you. Also, if you're studying for the IELTS, TOEFL, DET or Cambridge English tests and exams then you might find some of the vocabulary in this episode really useful. This podcast is all about helping you to communicate better, in English, at work. I work with international English speakers from around the world who use English, at work, as a second or third language and I hope that I can bring some of the ideas, vocabulary, and grammar, from those sessions, to you in this podcast. - Book a one-to-one coaching session with me at breakoutbusinessenglish.com - Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off your first coaching session Do you want to see what I do? Click here: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=YNzbpTQy899L5D9G Don’t forget that my full time job is helping international professionals who use English at work to improve their communication skills. So, if you need English to do your job but don’t speak it natively then maybe we can work together to help you to achieve your language goals.  - Don’t forget to leave a review, and request future topics! - New episodes released every Wednesday - Watch English speaking analysis on the Breakout Business English YouTube channel #businessenglish #englishtips #englishclass #IELTS Support the show Book a coaching session with me at: https://www.breakoutbusinessenglish.com

  5. Jul 1

    How to talk about DETAIL at work | Business English communication lesson

    Send us Fan Mail Sometimes detail is important, and sometimes you want to focus on the big picture. Today we're talking about vocabulary that we can use to do both. We discuss idioms, phrases, and vocabulary that native English speakers use in professional environments. So, if you want to sound more native and natural when talking about details then I hope you find this podcast valuable.  - Book a one-to-one coaching session with me at breakoutbusinessenglish.com - Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off your first coaching session Do you want to see what I do? Click here: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=YNzbpTQy899L5D9G Also, if you're studying for the IELTS, TOEFL, DET or Cambridge English tests and exams then you might find some of the vocabulary in this episode really useful. This podcast is all about helping you to communicate better, in English, at work. I work with international English speakers from around the world who use English, at work, as a second or third language and I hope that I can bring some of the ideas, vocabulary, and grammar, from those sessions, to you in this podcast. Don’t forget that my full time job is helping international professionals who use English at work to improve their communication skills. So, if you need English to do your job but don’t speak it natively then maybe we can work together to help you to achieve your language goals.  - Don’t forget to leave a review, and request future topics! - New episodes released every Wednesday - Watch English speaking analysis on the Breakout Business English YouTube channel #businessenglish #englishtips #englishclass #IELTS Support the show Book a coaching session with me at: https://www.breakoutbusinessenglish.com

  6. Jun 17

    INVESTING in a company | Business English vocabulary lesson.

    Send us Fan Mail Today we're talking about investing money and time in your business. We discuss advanced professional vocabulary that talks about both putting money into a business, and taking it our and hopefully profiting from your investment! If you speak English at work and want to sound more native and natural when talking to colleagues, customers, or clients, then I hope that the vocabulary, grammar, and communication tips in today's episode will be useful for you.  - Book a one-to-one coaching session with me at breakoutbusinessenglish.com - Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off your first coaching session The rule of threes: https://youtu.be/RqsnH0k7Kb4 How Steve Jobs uses the rule of threes: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=5Kgir5naGGYA6TXR Do you want to see what I do? Click here: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=YNzbpTQy899L5D9G Also, if you're studying for the IELTS, TOEFL, DET or Cambridge English tests and exams then you might find some of the vocabulary in this episode really useful. This podcast is all about helping you to communicate better, in English, at work. I work with international English speakers from around the world who use English, at work, as a second or third language and I hope that I can bring some of the ideas, vocabulary, and grammar, from those sessions, to you in this podcast. Don’t forget that my full time job is helping international professionals who use English at work to improve their communication skills. So, if you need English to do your job but don’t speak it natively then maybe we can work together to help you to achieve your language goals.  👉 Don’t forget to leave a review, and request future topics! 📅 New episodes released every Wednesday 📺 Watch English speaking analysis on the Breakout Business English YouTube channel #businessenglish #englishtips #englishclass #IELTS Support the show Book a coaching session with me at: https://www.breakoutbusinessenglish.com

  7. Jun 11

    Discussing CHANGE at work | Business English lesson

    Send us Fan Mail Change is a constant part of working life — but are you using the right language to talk about it? In this episode, we explore six powerful words and phrases for describing change at work in natural, professional English. From the dramatic overhaul to the careful fine-tune, and from incremental improvements to a quick tweak, you'll learn exactly when and how to use each one with confidence. We also uncover the surprising history behind the idiom throw the baby out with the bathwater. Whether change is big or small, this episode gives you the vocabulary to talk about it clearly. If you speak English at work and want to sound more native and natural when talking to colleagues, customers, or clients, then I hope that the vocabulary, grammar, and communication tips in today's episode will be useful for you.  - Book a one-to-one coaching session with me at breakoutbusinessenglish.com - Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off your first coaching session The rule of threes: https://youtu.be/RqsnH0k7Kb4 How Steve Jobs uses the rule of threes: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=5Kgir5naGGYA6TXR Do you want to see what I do? Click here: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=YNzbpTQy899L5D9G Also, if you're studying for the IELTS, TOEFL, DET or Cambridge English tests and exams then you might find some of the vocabulary in this episode really useful. This podcast is all about helping you to communicate better, in English, at work. I work with international English speakers from around the world who use English, at work, as a second or third language and I hope that I can bring some of the ideas, vocabulary, and grammar, from those sessions, to you in this podcast. Don’t forget that my full time job is helping international professionals who use English at work to improve their communication skills. So, if you need English to do your job but don’t speak it natively then maybe we can work together to help you to achieve your language goals.  👉 Don’t forget to leave a review, and request future topics! 📅 New episodes released every Wednesday 📺 Watch English speaking analysis on the Breakout Business English YouTube channel #businessenglish #englishtips #englishclass #IELTS Support the show Book a coaching session with me at: https://www.breakoutbusinessenglish.com

  8. Jun 3

    How to find the right words to express yourself | Professional communication class

    Send us Fan Mail If you can’t find the words to express yourself, or you know what you want to say, but not how to say it, then today’s podcast might help. We’re exploring a three stage framework that you can apply to those situations when you need to speak English in high pressure situations, but you can sound as native or natural as you do in your first language. If you speak English at work and want to sound more native and natural when talking to colleagues, customers, or clients, then I hope that the vocabulary, grammar, and communication tips in today's episode will be useful for you.  - Book a one-to-one coaching session with me at breakoutbusinessenglish.com - Use code PODCAST30 for 30% off your first coaching session The rule of threes: https://youtu.be/RqsnH0k7Kb4 How Steve Jobs uses the rule of threes: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=5Kgir5naGGYA6TXR Do you want to see what I do? Click here: https://youtu.be/CpkSqdI1JAU?si=YNzbpTQy899L5D9G Also, if you're studying for the IELTS, TOEFL, DET or Cambridge English tests and exams then you might find some of the vocabulary in this episode really useful. This podcast is all about helping you to communicate better, in English, at work. I work with international English speakers from around the world who use English, at work, as a second or third language and I hope that I can bring some of the ideas, vocabulary, and grammar, from those sessions, to you in this podcast. Don’t forget that my full time job is helping international professionals who use English at work to improve their communication skills. So, if you need English to do your job but don’t speak it natively then maybe we can work together to help you to achieve your language goals.  👉 Don’t forget to leave a review, and request future topics! 📅 New episodes released every Wednesday 📺 Watch English speaking analysis on the Breakout Business English YouTube channel #businessenglish #englishtips #englishclass #IELTS Support the show Book a coaching session with me at: https://www.breakoutbusinessenglish.com

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Breakout Business English is all about improving your confidence, vocabulary, grammar and fluency in Business English. If you're not a native English speaker and you use English as a 2nd language to communicate at work then this podcast is definitely for you! You’ll find tips, strategies, and tools to grow your professional communication skills, as well as vocabulary episodes aimed at giving you new, advanced, professional vocabulary around workplace themes. We explore how you can express yourself better and build better professional relationships with your colleagues, customers, and clients. If you’re interested in becoming a better professional tomorrow than you are today, then you're in the right place and I'm excited to have you on the team. Let's get started!