Let’s face it—between meetings, deadlines, and the occasional coffee spill, finding time to improve your Business English can feel impossible. But here’s the good news: you don’t need hours of study time to make real progress. With the right strategies, you can build your skills in just a few minutes a day—no stress, no textbooks […]
Many Dutch professionals speak English extremely well. What they may actually be doing, though, is communicating in Dutch — using English words. And that’s not a bad thing! Dutch communication is known for being clear, efficient, and direct — which works brilliantly in many settings. But in international business, especially when English is the working […]
By now, you’ve probably realised that many of the “rules” we were taught about English aren’t rules at all. They’re myths—often outdated, sometimes misunderstood, and occasionally just made up. In this final part of the series, we’re tackling a few more that still trip people up in business writing. Myth 11: You must never use […]
In Part 1, we tackled some of the most common grammar myths—like whether you can start a sentence with And, or end one with a preposition. (Spoiler: you can.) But there are more. And they’re just as persistent. Let’s keep going. Myth 6: “I” is always more correct than “me” The myth: You should always say “John and […]
We’ve all been there. You’re writing an email, a proposal, or a LinkedIn post—and suddenly, you hesitate.Can I start a sentence with “And”?Is it okay to use contractions?Will someone judge me for ending with a preposition? Business English is full of myths. Some are leftovers from school. Others come from well-meaning advice that’s no longer […]
Discover how storytelling—like Obama’s “Fired up!” speech—can transform your Business English communication, leadership, and language learning.
In Part 1, we explored how to future-proof your Business English in a world increasingly shaped by AI. But there’s a deeper layer to this conversation—one that goes beyond grammar and vocabulary. It’s about how we communicate as human beings in a digital world that often forgets what it means to be human.
We live in a world where technology is evolving faster than ever. Artificial Intelligence is writing emails, summarising meetings, and even holding conversations. It’s impressive—and a little overwhelming. But here’s the thing: no matter how advanced AI becomes, the art of human communication—talking, writing, listening—will always matter. In fact, it might matter more than ever.
In today’s globalised world, mastering Business English is more than a nice-to-have—it’s a career booster. But memorising endless lists of jargon and phrases? Not so fun. That’s where mind maps come in. These visual tools can transform your vocabulary learning from overwhelming to organised, creative, and even enjoyable.
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