Business

18 6, 2023

10 Opening Lines for Business Conversations!

2024-03-20T17:24:28+08:0018/6/2023|Categories: Business|Tags: |

For many people, starting a conversation with a stranger can be difficult and awkward. It’s even harder to open a conversation with foreign colleagues or clients in English! Today, let’s learn 10 opening lines for business conversations!

16 5, 2023

I disagree with you. How to politely disagree with people?

2023-05-16T10:20:40+08:0016/5/2023|Categories: Business|Tags: |

When it comes to group discussions, conflicting opinions will very often occur as different people may have different ideas and viewpoints. When you hold a different opinion from others, what would you do? Do you simply say “I do not agree with you”? Or do you keep silent because you hesitate to express your ideas? Wall Street English will teach you diverse ways to politely disagree with others.

21 4, 2023

How to request a job reference letter via email? (With sample)

2023-04-21T11:18:09+08:0021/4/2023|Categories: Business|Tags: , |

Tips for requesting reference letter or letter of recommendation from your previous supervisor. When you are looking for a new job, you are most likely required to provide a letter of recommendation. However, many people find it difficult drafting an email to request assistance from their precious supervisor. Wall Street English will provide you with a few tips about drafting a request email, together with a sample.

19 4, 2023

Big differences between formal and informal language! 10 common formal words to upgrade your vocab!

2023-04-19T17:16:25+08:0019/4/2023|Categories: Business|Tags: , |

Formal writing is less personal and more official than informal writing. It is used in academic writings or business occasions. When it comes to formal writing, we must mind our words and tones carefully to ensure politeness. Wall Street English will teach you 10 formal words to upgrade your vocab!

31 3, 2023

Useful business English phrases for a workplace meeting

2023-03-31T11:19:44+08:0031/3/2023|Categories: Business|Tags: |

Meetings are the key part of the modern workplace where communication is valued. It is essential for us to develop effective communication skills. However, a lot of people struggle with what to say during meetings. Today, Wall Street English will teach you step by step and provide you with examples to help you nail your meeting speech.

31 3, 2023

A guide to job interview: the best answer to “Tell me about yourself”

2023-03-31T11:18:36+08:0031/3/2023|Categories: Business|Tags: , , |

In every job interview, you are going to come across this question: “Tell me about yourself”. Self-introduction is no doubt the most common question in interviews. However, it is also a tricky question as your answer has a direct impact on the interviewer’s first impression of you. A good answer to this question is also the key to success in your interview. So, how to give impressive answers and let the interviewer see your charm in this 1 minute? Wall Street English will teach you 3 important steps and a sample answer to help you excel in the interview.

5 12, 2022

Workplace presentation (3): Useful phrases and sentences

2023-03-11T22:51:45+08:005/12/2022|Categories: Business|Tags: |

How to deliver a decent presentation? What should I say during a presentation? If you have questions as such, don’t worry! Wall Street English will help you by giving you the best phrases and examples for each part of your presentation and help you to handle every situation well. Do not be afraid of presentations anymore!

22 11, 2022

Workplace presentation (2): How to give a strong and effective ending speech?

2023-06-13T11:59:44+08:0022/11/2022|Categories: Business|Tags: |

Presentations are very common in the workplace today. Last time, we mentioned how to start a presentation with an engaging opening. This time, Wall Street English will teach you how to close a presentation effectively. The ending speech is the last chance for you to recap the keypoints of your presentation and let the audience remember them. Therefore, it is important to finish off your presentation with an impressive ending. Here, 5 tips are provided to help you wrap up your presentation.