“I Don’t Understand That Saying” – What Roger Federer Can Teach Us About Global English

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“I Don’t Understand That Saying” – What Roger Federer Can Teach Us About Global English

At Wimbledon 2021, Roger Federer—fluent at the highest CEFR C2 level—smiled and said, “I don’t understand that saying,” when asked an English idiom.

It’s a reminder for leaders and presenters: if Federer didn’t get it, your global audience might not either. Idioms can confuse, weaken impact and lose listeners.

In this post, you’ll see why clarity beats cleverness in international presentations—and how to make sure your message connects with everyone.

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Business Vocabulary: Strategy & Projects

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Business Vocabulary: Strategy & Projects

In this video, I will share with you a worksheet to help you adapt your messaging to your audience. Adjectives are powerful in shaping your message and while many of my clients have a diverse vocabulary, I find they are lacking in the use of adjectives. Without adjectives, you will have greater trouble conveying the descriptive elements of your message which can hurt your ability to connect with your audience.

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7 Strategies for Effective Global Communication

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7 Strategies for Effective Global Communication

Resilience, empathy, and the ability to communicate globally emerged as more critical leadership qualities than before the Covid-19 crisis began.

CEMS communicated this in a global survey, an alliance of 33 leading business schools (such as HEC Paris and LSE), 70 multinational companies, and 7 NGOs. Their findings of over 1,700 professionals revealed that over one-third would communicate more frequently with colleagues based in other countries over the coming months. In addition, approximately one-third of respondents stated that the new way of working, done mainly through digital platforms, could negatively impact the quality of these relationships.

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Top 10 Tips for Active Listening

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Top 10 Tips for Active Listening

Active listening is an essential skill for every business professional. Not only can it help you build strong connections with other business professionals, but you also can use these skills to further your professional and personal growth. In this article, you will learn 10 tips that I recommend to my clients to build their skill of active listening.

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How do you combine pleasure and learning English?

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How do you combine pleasure and learning English?

Apart from Hollywood, the British film industry is another powerhouse in cinema. While Hollywood might opt for more bombastic displays of action and drama, British films have a quieter personality to them. Watching British films can help you understand the different variations of British accents from London, to Cockney, to Yorkshire.

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Fantastic Films to Improve Your Understanding of American Accents

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Fantastic Films to Improve Your Understanding of American Accents

Hollywood is a powerhouse in the film industry. Earning billions in revenue each year, it is no surprise that American movies are so well known. Fortunately, watching American films can help you improve your comprehension and your understanding of American accents.

Enjoy watching these great, great American movies.

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What are the Best TV Series to Improve your English?

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What are the Best TV Series to Improve your English?

Finding engaging television series to watch is a fantastic way to practice your English listening comprehension while relaxing. I have put together a list of television series you could watch to help you improve your English.

Watch the trailers to check which ones appeal to you.

Enjoy!

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How can you enjoy learning English as a family?

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How can you enjoy learning English as a family?

One idea is to watch family films together that are both enjoyable for adults AND kids.

I’ve highlighted my favourites which are beautifully acted, scripted and shot. I am still happy to sit down and watch them.

Your family moments are precious.

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21 Common Business Abbreviations and Acronyms

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21 Common Business Abbreviations and Acronyms

The English language is full of business abbreviations and acronyms. Long company names and phrases might be abbreviated to save time during communication. Typically, you might see these business abbreviations in emails, memos, spreadsheets, or even text messages with your colleagues.

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