In this Business English News lesson on quantum computing, we look at business English vocabulary related to technology.

Quantum computing is emerging as a promising technology alongside AI. Unlike traditional computers, quantum computers use qubits, which can exist in multiple states at once. This allows them to solve certain complex problems much faster.

The technology is still developing, but investment is growing. The global quantum computing market is expected to increase from $700 million in 2026 to $1.7 billion by 2033. Several quantum computing companies have also entered, or are preparing to enter, public markets.

A major challenge has been errors that can destroy fragile quantum states. Recent progress in quantum error correction has helped researchers reduce these errors and move closer to reliable, large-scale quantum computers. This could make applications such as advanced materials and drug research more practical.

However, businesses should be careful about the hype. Quantum computing is unlikely to replace traditional computers or AI. Instead, experts expect hybrid systems that combine quantum computers with classical computing and AI. Potential applications include drug discovery, financial optimization, supply-chain planning, and energy-grid modeling.

Although progress is encouraging, commercial success is not guaranteed. The technology remains at an early stage, and companies themselves acknowledge that large-scale commercial use may still be many years away.

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post Business English News 62 – Quantum Computing first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 6:31 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEN62-Quantum-Computing.mp3 In this Business English News lesson on quantum computing, we look at business English vocabulary related to technology. Quantum computing is emerging as a promising technology alongside AI. Unlike traditional computers, quantum computers use qubits, which can exist in multiple states at once. This allows them to solve certain complex problems much faster. The technology is still developing, but investment is growing. The global quantum computing market is expected to increase from $700 million in 2026 to $1.7 billion by 2033. Several quantum computing companies have also entered, or are preparing to enter, public markets. A major challenge has been errors that can destroy fragile quantum states. Recent progress in quantum error correction has helped researchers reduce these errors and move closer to reliable, large-scale quantum computers. This could make applications such as advanced materials and drug research more practical. However, businesses should be careful about the hype. Quantum computing is unlikely to replace traditional computers or AI. Instead, experts expect hybrid systems that combine quantum computers with classical computing and AI. Potential applications include drug discovery, financial optimization, supply-chain planning, and energy-grid modeling. Although progress is encouraging, commercial success is not guaranteed. The technology remains at an early stage, and companies themselves acknowledge that large-scale commercial use may still be many years away. Free Resources: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post Business English News 62 – Quantum Computing first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEN62-Quantum-Computing.mp3 In this Business English News lesson on quantum computing, we look at business English vocabulary related to technology. Quantum computing is emerging as a promising technology alongside AI. Unlike traditional computers, quantum computers use qubits, which can exist in multiple states at once. This allows them to solve certain complex problems much faster. The technology is still developing, but investment is growing. The global quantum computing market is expected to increase from $700 million in 2026 to $1.7 billion by 2033. Several quantum computing companies have also entered, or are preparing to enter, public markets. A major challenge has been errors that can destroy fragile quantum states. Recent progress in quantum error correction has helped researchers reduce these errors and move closer to reliable, large-scale quantum computers. This could make applications such as advanced materials and drug research more practical. However, businesses should be careful about the hype. Quantum computing is unlikely to replace traditional computers or AI. Instead, experts expect hybrid systems that combine quantum computers with classical computing and AI. Potential applications include drug discovery, financial optimization, supply-chain planning, and energy-grid modeling. Although progress is encouraging, commercial success is not guaranteed. The technology remains at an early stage, and companies themselves acknowledge that large-scale commercial use may still be many years away. Free Resources: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post Business English News 62 – Quantum Computing first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/07/26/bep-119c-telephone-english-making-an-appointment/ Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:46:36 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24704 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP119c-Telephone-Appointment.mp3

Welcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on making an appointment over the telephone.

Despite the many options for communication, the telephone is still the fastest and easiest way to do get some things done. This is true in business as much as it is in personal life. There are many reasons to skip the back and forth of email or texting and just call someone.

One good reason is to make an appointment. It could be a business meeting, a conversation with your lawyer, a visit to a client, or a doctor’s appointment. In this case, the real business needs to happen in person. But that in-person appointment needs to be arranged and agreed on.

When we make an appointment over the phone, we often say our reason for calling before asking for a meeting. And it’s a good idea to give a clear reason for that meeting or appointment. You’ll also have to discuss existing plans and suggest times for the meeting.

In today’s dialog, we’ll hear Gordon Knight calling to make an appointment with Penny Yip. Gordon works for a pension fund, while Penny works for an investment company. Gordon met Penny at a recent conference and now wants to follow up and meet her when he is in Malaysia.

Listening Questions

1. What does Gordon tell the assistant about his reason for calling?
2. What does Gordon tell Penny about his reason for meeting?
3. What time does Penny suggest they meet?

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post BEP 119c – Telephone English: Making an Appointment first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 14:57 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP119c-Telephone-Appointment.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on making an appointment over the telephone. Despite the many options for communication, the telephone is still the fastest and easiest way to do get some things done. This is true in business as much as it is in personal life. There are many reasons to skip the back and forth of email or texting and just call someone. One good reason is to make an appointment. It could be a business meeting, a conversation with your lawyer, a visit to a client, or a doctor’s appointment. In this case, the real business needs to happen in person. But that in-person appointment needs to be arranged and agreed on. When we make an appointment over the phone, we often say our reason for calling before asking for a meeting. And it’s a good idea to give a clear reason for that meeting or appointment. You’ll also have to discuss existing plans and suggest times for the meeting. In today’s dialog, we’ll hear Gordon Knight calling to make an appointment with Penny Yip. Gordon works for a pension fund, while Penny works for an investment company. Gordon met Penny at a recent conference and now wants to follow up and meet her when he is in Malaysia. Listening Questions 1. What does Gordon tell the assistant about his reason for calling? 2. What does Gordon tell Penny about his reason for meeting? 3. What time does Penny suggest they meet? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 119c – Telephone English: Making an Appointment first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP119c-Telephone-Appointment.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on making an appointment over the telephone. Despite the many options for communication, the telephone is still the fastest and easiest way to do get some things done. This is true in business as much as it is in personal life. There are many reasons to skip the back and forth of email or texting and just call someone. One good reason is to make an appointment. It could be a business meeting, a conversation with your lawyer, a visit to a client, or a doctor’s appointment. In this case, the real business needs to happen in person. But that in-person appointment needs to be arranged and agreed on. When we make an appointment over the phone, we often say our reason for calling before asking for a meeting. And it’s a good idea to give a clear reason for that meeting or appointment. You’ll also have to discuss existing plans and suggest times for the meeting. In today’s dialog, we’ll hear Gordon Knight calling to make an appointment with Penny Yip. Gordon works for a pension fund, while Penny works for an investment company. Gordon met Penny at a recent conference and now wants to follow up and meet her when he is in Malaysia. Listening Questions 1. What does Gordon tell the assistant about his reason for calling? 2. What does Gordon tell Penny about his reason for meeting? 3. What time does Penny suggest they meet? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 119c – Telephone English: Making an Appointment first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/07/12/bep-89c-telephone-english-arrangements/ Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:08:51 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24683 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP089c-Telephone-Arrangements.mp3

Welcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on making arrangements on the telephone.

Communication can be hard enough with a person who’s right in front of you. It gets even harder when you’re on the telephone and you can’t see the person. And if it’s all in a language other than your native language, well let’s just say things aren’t easy!

When talking on the telephone, clarity is critical. You can see how important it is to be clear when you make arrangements. If you’re talking about times and places and making plans, confusion could lead to missed appointments, missed flights, or missed opportunities.

Some skills are useful in all phone conversations, like asking if someone is busy when you call them. Other skills are especially useful for making arrangements, like interrupting someone to confirm information and asking about preferences. You might also have to reassure people and show flexibility when making arrangements.

In today’s dialog, we’ll join a telephone conversation between Marco and Adriana. Marco works for an Italian fashion company called Viva. Adriana works for Foxtrot, Viva’s distributor in the U.S. Marco is calling to make arrangements for a visit to the U.S. for an expo, or trade show.

Listening Questions

1. What does Marco ask Adriana before he begins discussing their travel arrangements?
2. When Marco begins telling Adriana about his flight plans, how does she interrupt him?
3. How does Marco respond to Adriana’s question about the kind of food they want to eat?

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post BEP 89c – Telephone English: Making Arrangements first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 16:41 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP089c-Telephone-Arrangements.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on making arrangements on the telephone. Communication can be hard enough with a person who’s right in front of you. It gets even harder when you’re on the telephone and you can’t see the person. And if it’s all in a language other than your native language, well let’s just say things aren’t easy! When talking on the telephone, clarity is critical. You can see how important it is to be clear when you make arrangements. If you’re talking about times and places and making plans, confusion could lead to missed appointments, missed flights, or missed opportunities. Some skills are useful in all phone conversations, like asking if someone is busy when you call them. Other skills are especially useful for making arrangements, like interrupting someone to confirm information and asking about preferences. You might also have to reassure people and show flexibility when making arrangements. In today’s dialog, we’ll join a telephone conversation between Marco and Adriana. Marco works for an Italian fashion company called Viva. Adriana works for Foxtrot, Viva’s distributor in the U.S. Marco is calling to make arrangements for a visit to the U.S. for an expo, or trade show. Listening Questions 1. What does Marco ask Adriana before he begins discussing their travel arrangements? 2. When Marco begins telling Adriana about his flight plans, how does she interrupt him? 3. How does Marco respond to Adriana’s question about the kind of food they want to eat? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 89c – Telephone English: Making Arrangements first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP089c-Telephone-Arrangements.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on making arrangements on the telephone. Communication can be hard enough with a person who’s right in front of you. It gets even harder when you’re on the telephone and you can’t see the person. And if it’s all in a language other than your native language, well let’s just say things aren’t easy! When talking on the telephone, clarity is critical. You can see how important it is to be clear when you make arrangements. If you’re talking about times and places and making plans, confusion could lead to missed appointments, missed flights, or missed opportunities. Some skills are useful in all phone conversations, like asking if someone is busy when you call them. Other skills are especially useful for making arrangements, like interrupting someone to confirm information and asking about preferences. You might also have to reassure people and show flexibility when making arrangements. In today’s dialog, we’ll join a telephone conversation between Marco and Adriana. Marco works for an Italian fashion company called Viva. Adriana works for Foxtrot, Viva’s distributor in the U.S. Marco is calling to make arrangements for a visit to the U.S. for an expo, or trade show. Listening Questions 1. What does Marco ask Adriana before he begins discussing their travel arrangements? 2. When Marco begins telling Adriana about his flight plans, how does she interrupt him? 3. How does Marco respond to Adriana’s question about the kind of food they want to eat? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 89c – Telephone English: Making Arrangements first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/06/21/bep-164c-football-idioms-part-2/ Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:49:02 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24656 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP-164c-Football-Idioms-2.mp3

Welcome back to Business English Pod. With the World Cup underway, we’re taking another look at one of our lessons on English idioms related to football.

People have been competing in and watching some form of sports for thousands of years. Sports enduring popularity has helped it grow into a $2.3 trillion a year industry. And it’s expected to just keep on growing.

Among all sports, there’s one that is far and away the most popular, and that’s football, or soccer. Almost half the global population counts themselves as fans of the sport. So it’s no wonder that something this popular has impacted the English language.

Listen to any conversation in a sales meeting, around the water cooler, in the boardroom, or over drinks between colleagues and you’re guaranteed to hear idioms related to football. These idioms are so common that most people don’t think for a second about where they came from. They’re just a natural part of everyday language.

In today’s dialog, we’ll rejoin Marilyn and Karl, two colleagues at a publishing firm. They are talking about Karl’s interest in a job at the company’s Sydney branch. Karl is hoping Marilyn can help him decide whether to apply for the job.

Listening Questions

1. How does Karl’s wife feel about moving to Sydney?
2. Why does Karl feel like he’s cheating on his own company?
3. What advice does Marilyn give at the end of the conversation?

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post BEP 164c – Football Idioms (Part 2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 20:57 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP-164c-Football-Idioms-2.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod. With the World Cup underway, we’re taking another look at one of our lessons on English idioms related to football. People have been competing in and watching some form of sports for thousands of years. Sports enduring popularity has helped it grow into a $2.3 trillion a year industry. And it’s expected to just keep on growing. Among all sports, there’s one that is far and away the most popular, and that’s football, or soccer. Almost half the global population counts themselves as fans of the sport. So it’s no wonder that something this popular has impacted the English language. Listen to any conversation in a sales meeting, around the water cooler, in the boardroom, or over drinks between colleagues and you’re guaranteed to hear idioms related to football. These idioms are so common that most people don’t think for a second about where they came from. They’re just a natural part of everyday language. In today’s dialog, we’ll rejoin Marilyn and Karl, two colleagues at a publishing firm. They are talking about Karl’s interest in a job at the company’s Sydney branch. Karl is hoping Marilyn can help him decide whether to apply for the job. Listening Questions 1. How does Karl’s wife feel about moving to Sydney? 2. Why does Karl feel like he’s cheating on his own company? 3. What advice does Marilyn give at the end of the conversation? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 164c – Football Idioms (Part 2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP-164c-Football-Idioms-2.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod. With the World Cup underway, we’re taking another look at one of our lessons on English idioms related to football. People have been competing in and watching some form of sports for thousands of years. Sports enduring popularity has helped it grow into a $2.3 trillion a year industry. And it’s expected to just keep on growing. Among all sports, there’s one that is far and away the most popular, and that’s football, or soccer. Almost half the global population counts themselves as fans of the sport. So it’s no wonder that something this popular has impacted the English language. Listen to any conversation in a sales meeting, around the water cooler, in the boardroom, or over drinks between colleagues and you’re guaranteed to hear idioms related to football. These idioms are so common that most people don’t think for a second about where they came from. They’re just a natural part of everyday language. In today’s dialog, we’ll rejoin Marilyn and Karl, two colleagues at a publishing firm. They are talking about Karl’s interest in a job at the company’s Sydney branch. Karl is hoping Marilyn can help him decide whether to apply for the job. Listening Questions 1. How does Karl’s wife feel about moving to Sydney? 2. Why does Karl feel like he’s cheating on his own company? 3. What advice does Marilyn give at the end of the conversation? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 164c – Football Idioms (Part 2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/06/07/bep-163c-football-idioms-1/ Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:50:20 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24636 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP-163c-Football-Idioms-1.mp3

Welcome back to Business English Pod. With the World Cup about to kick off, we’re taking a fresh look at one of our lessons on business English idioms related to football.

What do you call an activity where groups of people compete strategically against each other as they strive to be the winner? I mean an activity with a clear goal where success requires strong teamwork and a commitment to excellent performance? Some of you might be thinking about sports. Some of you might be thinking about business. Well, you’re both right.

There are so many obvious similarities between sports and business, it’s no wonder that we see the language of sport come into play in the corporate world. And there’s a particular type of language that we’re going to focus on in this lesson, called idioms. Just like the expression “come into play,” which means to be involved or to be a factor in something.

Now when I say “football,” I’m referring to the game with the round ball that players kick into a net past a goalkeeper. It’s what North Americans tend to call “soccer,” to differentiate it from their own game of football, which is a whole different ball game altogether! Internationally, football – or soccer – is the most popular sport in the world. So it’s no wonder it has inspired so many idioms commonly used in business.

In the dialog, we’ll hear Karl and Marilyn, two friends who work at a publishing company. Karl is thinking about applying for a job at the company’s Sydney office. He has some doubts though, so he asks Marilyn what she thinks.

Listening Questions

1. How does Karl describe his approach to his career?
2. Why is Karl worried about the other candidates for the job he’s interested in?
3. What does Marilyn say happens at the Sidney office?

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post BEP 163c – Football Idioms (Part 1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 19:39 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP-163c-Football-Idioms-1.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod. With the World Cup about to kick off, we’re taking a fresh look at one of our lessons on business English idioms related to football. What do you call an activity where groups of people compete strategically against each other as they strive to be the winner? I mean an activity with a clear goal where success requires strong teamwork and a commitment to excellent performance? Some of you might be thinking about sports. Some of you might be thinking about business. Well, you’re both right. There are so many obvious similarities between sports and business, it’s no wonder that we see the language of sport come into play in the corporate world. And there’s a particular type of language that we’re going to focus on in this lesson, called idioms. Just like the expression “come into play,” which means to be involved or to be a factor in something. Now when I say “football,” I’m referring to the game with the round ball that players kick into a net past a goalkeeper. It’s what North Americans tend to call “soccer,” to differentiate it from their own game of football, which is a whole different ball game altogether! Internationally, football – or soccer – is the most popular sport in the world. So it’s no wonder it has inspired so many idioms commonly used in business. In the dialog, we’ll hear Karl and Marilyn, two friends who work at a publishing company. Karl is thinking about applying for a job at the company’s Sydney office. He has some doubts though, so he asks Marilyn what she thinks. Listening Questions 1. How does Karl describe his approach to his career? 2. Why is Karl worried about the other candidates for the job he’s interested in? 3. What does Marilyn say happens at the Sidney office? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 163c – Football Idioms (Part 1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP-163c-Football-Idioms-1.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod. With the World Cup about to kick off, we’re taking a fresh look at one of our lessons on business English idioms related to football. What do you call an activity where groups of people compete strategically against each other as they strive to be the winner? I mean an activity with a clear goal where success requires strong teamwork and a commitment to excellent performance? Some of you might be thinking about sports. Some of you might be thinking about business. Well, you’re both right. There are so many obvious similarities between sports and business, it’s no wonder that we see the language of sport come into play in the corporate world. And there’s a particular type of language that we’re going to focus on in this lesson, called idioms. Just like the expression “come into play,” which means to be involved or to be a factor in something. Now when I say “football,” I’m referring to the game with the round ball that players kick into a net past a goalkeeper. It’s what North Americans tend to call “soccer,” to differentiate it from their own game of football, which is a whole different ball game altogether! Internationally, football – or soccer – is the most popular sport in the world. So it’s no wonder it has inspired so many idioms commonly used in business. In the dialog, we’ll hear Karl and Marilyn, two friends who work at a publishing company. Karl is thinking about applying for a job at the company’s Sydney office. He has some doubts though, so he asks Marilyn what she thinks. Listening Questions 1. How does Karl describe his approach to his career? 2. Why is Karl worried about the other candidates for the job he’s interested in? 3. What does Marilyn say happens at the Sidney office? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 163c – Football Idioms (Part 1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/05/31/skills-360-strategic-planning-2/ Sun, 31 May 2026 18:04:07 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24626 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/360.110-Strategic-Planning-2.mp3

Welcome back to the Business English Skills 360 podcast as we continue our look at strategic planning.

A strong strategic plan begins with a clear vision. A vision statement describes what a company wants to achieve in the future and provides inspiration and direction. It helps employees understand the company’s long-term goals and keeps everyone focused on a shared purpose.

Along with a vision statement, most companies also have a mission statement. The mission explains what the company does, who it serves, and how it operates. A clear mission helps guide decision-making by showing what the company values and what is most important to its success.

Once a company understands its vision and mission, it can decide how to achieve them. Strategic planning is not about creating a long list of possible actions. Instead, it requires making choices about which actions will have the greatest impact. This means setting priorities and accepting that not every opportunity can be pursued.

To improve strategic focus, companies should ask important questions. For example, which investments will create new opportunities? What is the best approach to growth? What new skills or strengths are needed to stay competitive? And how can major challenges or threats be addressed?

Answering these questions helps leaders choose the best strategies and set clear priorities. Strategic thinking involves learning from past experience, understanding changes in the market, and recognizing that resources are limited.

A good strategic plan also includes clear and measurable goals. These goals help employees understand what success looks like and allow the company to track its progress. When goals are measured and rewarded, teams are more likely to focus their efforts on achieving them.

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post Skills 360 – Strategic Planning (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 6:55 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/360.110-Strategic-Planning-2.mp3 Welcome back to the Business English Skills 360 podcast as we continue our look at strategic planning. A strong strategic plan begins with a clear vision. A vision statement describes what a company wants to achieve in the future and provides inspiration and direction. It helps employees understand the company’s long-term goals and keeps everyone focused on a shared purpose. Along with a vision statement, most companies also have a mission statement. The mission explains what the company does, who it serves, and how it operates. A clear mission helps guide decision-making by showing what the company values and what is most important to its success. Once a company understands its vision and mission, it can decide how to achieve them. Strategic planning is not about creating a long list of possible actions. Instead, it requires making choices about which actions will have the greatest impact. This means setting priorities and accepting that not every opportunity can be pursued. To improve strategic focus, companies should ask important questions. For example, which investments will create new opportunities? What is the best approach to growth? What new skills or strengths are needed to stay competitive? And how can major challenges or threats be addressed? Answering these questions helps leaders choose the best strategies and set clear priorities. Strategic thinking involves learning from past experience, understanding changes in the market, and recognizing that resources are limited. A good strategic plan also includes clear and measurable goals. These goals help employees understand what success looks like and allow the company to track its progress. When goals are measured and rewarded, teams are more likely to focus their efforts on achieving them. Members: Lesson Module | Quiz & Vocab | PDF Transcript Download: Podcast MP3 The post Skills 360 – Strategic Planning (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/360.110-Strategic-Planning-2.mp3 Welcome back to the Business English Skills 360 podcast as we continue our look at strategic planning. A strong strategic plan begins with a clear vision. A vision statement describes what a company wants to achieve in the future and provides inspiration and direction. It helps employees understand the company’s long-term goals and keeps everyone focused on a shared purpose. Along with a vision statement, most companies also have a mission statement. The mission explains what the company does, who it serves, and how it operates. A clear mission helps guide decision-making by showing what the company values and what is most important to its success. Once a company understands its vision and mission, it can decide how to achieve them. Strategic planning is not about creating a long list of possible actions. Instead, it requires making choices about which actions will have the greatest impact. This means setting priorities and accepting that not every opportunity can be pursued. To improve strategic focus, companies should ask important questions. For example, which investments will create new opportunities? What is the best approach to growth? What new skills or strengths are needed to stay competitive? And how can major challenges or threats be addressed? Answering these questions helps leaders choose the best strategies and set clear priorities. Strategic thinking involves learning from past experience, understanding changes in the market, and recognizing that resources are limited. A good strategic plan also includes clear and measurable goals. These goals help employees understand what success looks like and allow the company to track its progress. When goals are measured and rewarded, teams are more likely to focus their efforts on achieving them. Members: Lesson Module | Quiz & Vocab | PDF Transcript Download: Podcast MP3 The post Skills 360 – Strategic Planning (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/05/24/skills-360-strategic-planning-1/ Sun, 24 May 2026 17:23:44 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24596 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/360.109-Strategic-Planning-1.mp3

Welcome back to the Business English Skills 360 podcast as we look at strategic planning.

Many people think strategic planning is simply writing a document about business goals for the next few years. However, real strategic planning is much more than that. It is about asking important questions related to a company’s vision, mission, values, and long-term direction.

Strategic planning helps bring people together around a shared purpose. When teams and departments understand the same goals, they can work more effectively and see how their work fits into the bigger picture. This is why understanding the company, its people, its market position, and its business environment is very important.

A key part of strategic planning is gathering the right information. Companies should not only look at their own performance, but also compare it with competitors. Businesses also need to think about future trends and changes in the market.

One common tool used in strategic planning is the SWOT analysis, which stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Instead of simply making long lists, companies should focus on the most important areas and ask deeper questions. For example, businesses should think about which strengths are most valuable and whether those strengths will remain important in the future.

Another useful tool is the PESTLE analysis, which looks at political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental factors. This approach helps companies understand outside forces that may affect future business decisions.

Strategic planning should not involve only senior leaders. Strong companies include employees, customers, and partners in discussions and analysis. By collecting different ideas and information, businesses can create a clear vision and set better priorities for the future.

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post Skills 360 – Strategic Planning (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 7:30 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/360.109-Strategic-Planning-1.mp3 Welcome back to the Business English Skills 360 podcast as we look at strategic planning. Many people think strategic planning is simply writing a document about business goals for the next few years. However, real strategic planning is much more than that. It is about asking important questions related to a company’s vision, mission, values, and long-term direction. Strategic planning helps bring people together around a shared purpose. When teams and departments understand the same goals, they can work more effectively and see how their work fits into the bigger picture. This is why understanding the company, its people, its market position, and its business environment is very important. A key part of strategic planning is gathering the right information. Companies should not only look at their own performance, but also compare it with competitors. Businesses also need to think about future trends and changes in the market. One common tool used in strategic planning is the SWOT analysis, which stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Instead of simply making long lists, companies should focus on the most important areas and ask deeper questions. For example, businesses should think about which strengths are most valuable and whether those strengths will remain important in the future. Another useful tool is the PESTLE analysis, which looks at political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental factors. This approach helps companies understand outside forces that may affect future business decisions. Strategic planning should not involve only senior leaders. Strong companies include employees, customers, and partners in discussions and analysis. By collecting different ideas and information, businesses can create a clear vision and set better priorities for the future. Members: Lesson Module | Quiz & Vocab | PDF Transcript Download: Podcast MP3 The post Skills 360 – Strategic Planning (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/360.109-Strategic-Planning-1.mp3 Welcome back to the Business English Skills 360 podcast as we look at strategic planning. Many people think strategic planning is simply writing a document about business goals for the next few years. However, real strategic planning is much more than that. It is about asking important questions related to a company’s vision, mission, values, and long-term direction. Strategic planning helps bring people together around a shared purpose. When teams and departments understand the same goals, they can work more effectively and see how their work fits into the bigger picture. This is why understanding the company, its people, its market position, and its business environment is very important. A key part of strategic planning is gathering the right information. Companies should not only look at their own performance, but also compare it with competitors. Businesses also need to think about future trends and changes in the market. One common tool used in strategic planning is the SWOT analysis, which stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Instead of simply making long lists, companies should focus on the most important areas and ask deeper questions. For example, businesses should think about which strengths are most valuable and whether those strengths will remain important in the future. Another useful tool is the PESTLE analysis, which looks at political, economic, social, technological, legal, and environmental factors. This approach helps companies understand outside forces that may affect future business decisions. Strategic planning should not involve only senior leaders. Strong companies include employees, customers, and partners in discussions and analysis. By collecting different ideas and information, businesses can create a clear vision and set better priorities for the future. Members: Lesson Module | Quiz & Vocab | PDF Transcript Download: Podcast MP3 The post Skills 360 – Strategic Planning (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/05/10/bep-422-english-for-logistics-3-duty-tariffs-costs/ Sun, 10 May 2026 16:53:03 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24585 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP422-Logistics-3.mp3

Welcome back to Business English Pod for the third lesson in our series on English for logistics. In this lesson, we’ll focus on duties, tariffs, and other cost factors.

There was a time when logistics was a lot simpler than it is today, when economies were not nearly so interconnected. But in the second half of the 20th century, governments took down barriers to international trade. Soon companies were relying on complex supply chains stretching around the world, as they outsourced production and sold their goods abroad.

With so many moving parts to these modern supply chains, it can be challenging to control costs. You’re likely paying several different companies involved in moving and storing goods across oceans and continents and through the air. Each of those companies is trying to make a buck. And in many cases, you’re also moving things across borders, which means you need to consider duties and tariffs – the taxes governments charge on imported goods.

Talking about costs involves specific terminology used in logistics. But you’ll need to know about more than just tariffs, duties, and other taxes. You’ll also have to speak about regulations and compliance. And any conversation about costs will likely involve the vocabulary of risk, as you try to minimize the chances of something going wrong.

In today’s dialog, we’ll rejoin a conversation between Cam and Anna. Cam is a production manager with a clothing company, while Anna works for a logistics firm. Cam is getting Anna’s support with moving their clothing lines from manufacturers in Eastern Europe to markets in the United States.

Listening Questions

1. What does Anna say are the biggest factors in discussing customs?
2. What point does Cam try to clarify by asking a more specific question?
3. What might be included in “landed costs” when discussing logistics?

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post BEP 422 – English for Logistics 3: Duty, Tariffs and Costs first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 19:52 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP422-Logistics-3.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for the third lesson in our series on English for logistics. In this lesson, we’ll focus on duties, tariffs, and other cost factors. There was a time when logistics was a lot simpler than it is today, when economies were not nearly so interconnected. But in the second half of the 20th century, governments took down barriers to international trade. Soon companies were relying on complex supply chains stretching around the world, as they outsourced production and sold their goods abroad. With so many moving parts to these modern supply chains, it can be challenging to control costs. You’re likely paying several different companies involved in moving and storing goods across oceans and continents and through the air. Each of those companies is trying to make a buck. And in many cases, you’re also moving things across borders, which means you need to consider duties and tariffs – the taxes governments charge on imported goods. Talking about costs involves specific terminology used in logistics. But you’ll need to know about more than just tariffs, duties, and other taxes. You’ll also have to speak about regulations and compliance. And any conversation about costs will likely involve the vocabulary of risk, as you try to minimize the chances of something going wrong. In today’s dialog, we’ll rejoin a conversation between Cam and Anna. Cam is a production manager with a clothing company, while Anna works for a logistics firm. Cam is getting Anna’s support with moving their clothing lines from manufacturers in Eastern Europe to markets in the United States. Listening Questions 1. What does Anna say are the biggest factors in discussing customs? 2. What point does Cam try to clarify by asking a more specific question? 3. What might be included in “landed costs” when discussing logistics? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 422 – English for Logistics 3: Duty, Tariffs and Costs first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP422-Logistics-3.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for the third lesson in our series on English for logistics. In this lesson, we’ll focus on duties, tariffs, and other cost factors. There was a time when logistics was a lot simpler than it is today, when economies were not nearly so interconnected. But in the second half of the 20th century, governments took down barriers to international trade. Soon companies were relying on complex supply chains stretching around the world, as they outsourced production and sold their goods abroad. With so many moving parts to these modern supply chains, it can be challenging to control costs. You’re likely paying several different companies involved in moving and storing goods across oceans and continents and through the air. Each of those companies is trying to make a buck. And in many cases, you’re also moving things across borders, which means you need to consider duties and tariffs – the taxes governments charge on imported goods. Talking about costs involves specific terminology used in logistics. But you’ll need to know about more than just tariffs, duties, and other taxes. You’ll also have to speak about regulations and compliance. And any conversation about costs will likely involve the vocabulary of risk, as you try to minimize the chances of something going wrong. In today’s dialog, we’ll rejoin a conversation between Cam and Anna. Cam is a production manager with a clothing company, while Anna works for a logistics firm. Cam is getting Anna’s support with moving their clothing lines from manufacturers in Eastern Europe to markets in the United States. Listening Questions 1. What does Anna say are the biggest factors in discussing customs? 2. What point does Cam try to clarify by asking a more specific question? 3. What might be included in “landed costs” when discussing logistics? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 422 – English for Logistics 3: Duty, Tariffs and Costs first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/04/26/bep-421-english-for-logistics-2-routing-and-capacity/ Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:47:58 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24529 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP421-Logistics-2.mp3

Welcome back to Business English Pod for the second lesson in our series on English for logistics. In this lesson, we’re going to focus on routing and capacity.

Look at the labels of the items on your desk or in your home and you’ll appreciate just how critical international trade is. It’s easy to take it all for granted and forget that the entire system depends on a very complex supply chain. Until, of course, politics gets in the way, and suddenly the whole world is thinking about logistics!

Getting products and materials from point A to point B involves a lot of moving parts and a lot of important decisions. Manufacturers and retailers’ business models depend on optimizing logistics. And central to that work is figuring out routing, or the particular pathway of shipments, as well as storage and capacity.

Talking about routing requires special vocabulary related to transportation. You will also need to talk about how cargo is handled and how it is stored, or warehoused. And in discussing these matters, you’ll find it useful to keep a broad perspective and be able to reject options that aren’t quite right.

In today’s dialog, we’ll rejoin a conversation between a production manager named Cam and a logistics manager named Anna. Cam’s company, Boston Vintage, manufactures clothing in Eastern Europe for distribution in several parts of the world. Boston Vintage is working with Anna’s company, Global Freight Express, to support their complex logistics needs.

Listening Questions

1. Why does Cam reject the regular “carrier loop” as an option for transporting their goods?
2. What are some of the terms used to discuss shipping containers and capacity?
3. What possible problems does Anna mention related to “warehousing?”

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post BEP 421 – English for Logistics 2: Routing and Capacity first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 18:54 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP421-Logistics-2.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for the second lesson in our series on English for logistics. In this lesson, we’re going to focus on routing and capacity. Look at the labels of the items on your desk or in your home and you’ll appreciate just how critical international trade is. It’s easy to take it all for granted and forget that the entire system depends on a very complex supply chain. Until, of course, politics gets in the way, and suddenly the whole world is thinking about logistics! Getting products and materials from point A to point B involves a lot of moving parts and a lot of important decisions. Manufacturers and retailers’ business models depend on optimizing logistics. And central to that work is figuring out routing, or the particular pathway of shipments, as well as storage and capacity. Talking about routing requires special vocabulary related to transportation. You will also need to talk about how cargo is handled and how it is stored, or warehoused. And in discussing these matters, you’ll find it useful to keep a broad perspective and be able to reject options that aren’t quite right. In today’s dialog, we’ll rejoin a conversation between a production manager named Cam and a logistics manager named Anna. Cam’s company, Boston Vintage, manufactures clothing in Eastern Europe for distribution in several parts of the world. Boston Vintage is working with Anna’s company, Global Freight Express, to support their complex logistics needs. Listening Questions 1. Why does Cam reject the regular “carrier loop” as an option for transporting their goods? 2. What are some of the terms used to discuss shipping containers and capacity? 3. What possible problems does Anna mention related to “warehousing?” Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 421 – English for Logistics 2: Routing and Capacity first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP421-Logistics-2.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for the second lesson in our series on English for logistics. In this lesson, we’re going to focus on routing and capacity. Look at the labels of the items on your desk or in your home and you’ll appreciate just how critical international trade is. It’s easy to take it all for granted and forget that the entire system depends on a very complex supply chain. Until, of course, politics gets in the way, and suddenly the whole world is thinking about logistics! Getting products and materials from point A to point B involves a lot of moving parts and a lot of important decisions. Manufacturers and retailers’ business models depend on optimizing logistics. And central to that work is figuring out routing, or the particular pathway of shipments, as well as storage and capacity. Talking about routing requires special vocabulary related to transportation. You will also need to talk about how cargo is handled and how it is stored, or warehoused. And in discussing these matters, you’ll find it useful to keep a broad perspective and be able to reject options that aren’t quite right. In today’s dialog, we’ll rejoin a conversation between a production manager named Cam and a logistics manager named Anna. Cam’s company, Boston Vintage, manufactures clothing in Eastern Europe for distribution in several parts of the world. Boston Vintage is working with Anna’s company, Global Freight Express, to support their complex logistics needs. Listening Questions 1. Why does Cam reject the regular “carrier loop” as an option for transporting their goods? 2. What are some of the terms used to discuss shipping containers and capacity? 3. What possible problems does Anna mention related to “warehousing?” Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 421 – English for Logistics 2: Routing and Capacity first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/04/12/bep-420-english-logistics-1-transport-modes-incoterms/ Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:53:49 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24492 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP420-Logistics-1.mp3

Welcome back to Business English Pod for the first lesson in our new series on English for logistics. In this lesson, we’re going to focus on discussing modes of transport and shipping options.

In international business, products rarely stay in one place for long. They move between suppliers, warehouses, ports, and customers across different countries and time zones. To manage all this successfully, we need to learn the language of logistics.

Discussing logistics effectively starts with understanding and using key logistics vocabulary. This includes terms related to shipping schedules, transport arrangements, documentation, and responsibilities. If we’re comfortable with the language, we can discuss plans clearly and confidently in real business situations.

For starters, there are several basic logistics terms that everyone should know. From there, you can talk about different transport modes and incoterms, which define responsibilities of different players in the movement of goods. And as we plan and negotiate, it’s useful to be able to state your priorities.

In today’s dialog, we’ll join a conversation between Cam and Anna. Cam is a production manager with Boston Vintage, an American clothing company with manufacturing in eastern Europe. Anna is a logistics manager with Global Freight Express. Anna has been hired to help Boston Vintage with its complex logistics needs.

Listening Questions

1. What are the different “modes” of transport that Cam and Anna discuss?
2. In deciding on how to move products from Europe to the US, what is Cam’s priority consideration?
3. What abbreviations are used to talk about the responsibilities of buyers and sellers in shipping?

Download: Podcast MP3>>> The post BEP 420 – English for Logistics 1: Transport Modes and Incoterms first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.]]> full 17:54 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)nohttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP420-Logistics-1.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for the first lesson in our new series on English for logistics. In this lesson, we’re going to focus on discussing modes of transport and shipping options. In international business, products rarely stay in one place for long. They move between suppliers, warehouses, ports, and customers across different countries and time zones. To manage all this successfully, we need to learn the language of logistics. Discussing logistics effectively starts with understanding and using key logistics vocabulary. This includes terms related to shipping schedules, transport arrangements, documentation, and responsibilities. If we’re comfortable with the language, we can discuss plans clearly and confidently in real business situations. For starters, there are several basic logistics terms that everyone should know. From there, you can talk about different transport modes and incoterms, which define responsibilities of different players in the movement of goods. And as we plan and negotiate, it’s useful to be able to state your priorities. In today’s dialog, we’ll join a conversation between Cam and Anna. Cam is a production manager with Boston Vintage, an American clothing company with manufacturing in eastern Europe. Anna is a logistics manager with Global Freight Express. Anna has been hired to help Boston Vintage with its complex logistics needs. Listening Questions 1. What are the different “modes” of transport that Cam and Anna discuss? 2. In deciding on how to move products from Europe to the US, what is Cam’s priority consideration? 3. What abbreviations are used to talk about the responsibilities of buyers and sellers in shipping? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 420 – English for Logistics 1: Transport Modes and Incoterms first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comhttps://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bizpod/BEP420-Logistics-1.mp3 Welcome back to Business English Pod for the first lesson in our new series on English for logistics. In this lesson, we’re going to focus on discussing modes of transport and shipping options. In international business, products rarely stay in one place for long. They move between suppliers, warehouses, ports, and customers across different countries and time zones. To manage all this successfully, we need to learn the language of logistics. Discussing logistics effectively starts with understanding and using key logistics vocabulary. This includes terms related to shipping schedules, transport arrangements, documentation, and responsibilities. If we’re comfortable with the language, we can discuss plans clearly and confidently in real business situations. For starters, there are several basic logistics terms that everyone should know. From there, you can talk about different transport modes and incoterms, which define responsibilities of different players in the movement of goods. And as we plan and negotiate, it’s useful to be able to state your priorities. In today’s dialog, we’ll join a conversation between Cam and Anna. Cam is a production manager with Boston Vintage, an American clothing company with manufacturing in eastern Europe. Anna is a logistics manager with Global Freight Express. Anna has been hired to help Boston Vintage with its complex logistics needs. Listening Questions 1. What are the different “modes” of transport that Cam and Anna discuss? 2. In deciding on how to move products from Europe to the US, what is Cam’s priority consideration? 3. What abbreviations are used to talk about the responsibilities of buyers and sellers in shipping? Premium Members: PDF Transcript | Quizzes | PhraseCast | Lesson Module Download: Podcast MP3 The post BEP 420 – English for Logistics 1: Transport Modes and Incoterms first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/04/08/meeting-essentials-ebook-new-edition/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:39:15 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24486 <p>Learn business English for meetings with our new Meetings Essentials audio eBook.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/04/08/meeting-essentials-ebook-new-edition/">Meeting Essentials eBook – New Edition</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 5:14 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn business English for meetings with our new Meetings Essentials audio eBook. 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[…]</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/03/01/bep-115c-presentations-charts-and-trends-2-describing-trends/">BEP 115c – Charts and Trends 2: Describing Trends</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 17:57 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noWelcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on describing trends during a presentation in English. Every great presentation has two things: good content and skilled delivery. These aren’t separate features. The content becomes good through skilled delivery. And skilled delivery means bringing the content alive, rather than just reading from a slide deck. […] The post BEP 115c – Charts and Trends 2: Describing Trends first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comWelcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on describing trends during a presentation in English. Every great presentation has two things: good content and skilled delivery. These aren’t separate features. The content becomes good through skilled delivery. And skilled delivery means bringing the content alive, rather than just reading from a slide deck. […] The post BEP 115c – Charts and Trends 2: Describing Trends first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/02/15/business-english-news-61-data-centers/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:11:24 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=24027 <p>Learn business English vocabulary related to technology and energy supply.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/02/15/business-english-news-61-data-centers/">Business English News 61 – Data Centers</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:06 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn business English vocabulary related to technology and energy supply. 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[…]</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/02/01/bep-103c-presentation-charts-trends-1-visuals/">BEP 103c – English Presentations Charts and Trends 1: Visuals</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 16:44 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noWelcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on using visuals and describing charts and trends in an English presentation. We’ve all sat through boring presentations, with PowerPoints that are just slide after slide of too much text. If all you’re doing is reading off your slides, then why do a presentation at all? […] The post BEP 103c – English Presentations Charts and Trends 1: Visuals first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comWelcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on using visuals and describing charts and trends in an English presentation. We’ve all sat through boring presentations, with PowerPoints that are just slide after slide of too much text. If all you’re doing is reading off your slides, then why do a presentation at all? […] The post BEP 103c – English Presentations Charts and Trends 1: Visuals first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/01/18/skills-360-developing-good-habits-2/ Sun, 18 Jan 2026 17:15:11 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23966 <p>Learn how to help others to develop good habits at work.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/01/18/skills-360-developing-good-habits-2/">Skills 360 – Developing Good Habits (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:17 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to help others to develop good habits at work. 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The post Skills 360 – Developing Good Habits (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/01/04/skills-360-developing-good-habits-1/ Sun, 04 Jan 2026 14:07:32 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23905 <p>Learn how to develop good habits for success at work. </p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2026/01/04/skills-360-developing-good-habits-1/">Skills 360 – Developing Good Habits (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:34 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to develop good habits for success at work.  The post Skills 360 – Developing Good Habits (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to develop good habits for success at work.  The post Skills 360 – Developing Good Habits (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/12/14/bep-81c-meeting-english-action-points-and-wrapping-up/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:51:14 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23870 <p>Learn how to finish a meeting by wrapping up nd covering action points.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/12/14/bep-81c-meeting-english-action-points-and-wrapping-up/">BEP 81c – Meeting English: Action Points and Wrapping Up</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 13:55 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to finish a meeting by wrapping up nd covering action points. The post BEP 81c – Meeting English: Action Points and Wrapping Up first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to finish a meeting by wrapping up nd covering action points. The post BEP 81c – Meeting English: Action Points and Wrapping Up first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/11/30/bep-68c-english-for-meetings-dealing-with-interruptions/ Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:30:20 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23839 <p>Learn how to deal with interruptions during a meeting.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/11/30/bep-68c-english-for-meetings-dealing-with-interruptions/">BEP 68c – English for Meetings: Dealing with Interruptions</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 17:23 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to deal with interruptions during a meeting. The post BEP 68c – English for Meetings: Dealing with Interruptions first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to deal with interruptions during a meeting. The post BEP 68c – English for Meetings: Dealing with Interruptions first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/11/16/bep-419-english-for-project-managing-conflict-with-contractors-2/ Sun, 16 Nov 2025 15:03:54 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23816 <p>Learn English for project managers in this lesson on dealing with conflicts with subcontractors.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/11/16/bep-419-english-for-project-managing-conflict-with-contractors-2/">BEP 419 – English for Projects: Managing Conflict with Contractors 2</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 22:42 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English for project managers in this lesson on dealing with conflicts with subcontractors. The post BEP 419 – English for Projects: Managing Conflict with Contractors 2 first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English for project managers in this lesson on dealing with conflicts with subcontractors. The post BEP 419 – English for Projects: Managing Conflict with Contractors 2 first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/11/06/bep-418-english-for-projects-managing-conflict-with-contractors-1/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 18:03:16 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23802 <p>Learn English for project management in this lesson on dealing with conflict with subcontractors.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/11/06/bep-418-english-for-projects-managing-conflict-with-contractors-1/">BEP 418 – English for Projects: Managing Conflict with Contractors 1</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 20:57 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English for project management in this lesson on dealing with conflict with subcontractors. The post BEP 418 – English for Projects: Managing Conflict with Contractors 1 first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English for project management in this lesson on dealing with conflict with subcontractors. The post BEP 418 – English for Projects: Managing Conflict with Contractors 1 first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/10/12/skills-360-developing-a-persuasive-approach-2/ Sun, 12 Oct 2025 18:43:45 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23745 <p>Learn how to use a persuasive approach in business.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/10/12/skills-360-developing-a-persuasive-approach-2/">Skills 360 – Developing a Persuasive Approach (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:31 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to use a persuasive approach in business. The post Skills 360 – Developing a Persuasive Approach (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to use a persuasive approach in business. The post Skills 360 – Developing a Persuasive Approach (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/09/28/skills-360-developing-a-persuasive-approach-1/ Sun, 28 Sep 2025 19:19:52 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23728 <p>Learn how to develop a persuasive approach in business.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/09/28/skills-360-developing-a-persuasive-approach-1/">Skills 360 – Developing a Persuasive Approach (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 7:04 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to develop a persuasive approach in business. The post Skills 360 – Developing a Persuasive Approach (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to develop a persuasive approach in business. The post Skills 360 – Developing a Persuasive Approach (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/09/14/bep-417-accounting-english-discussing-an-audit-2/ Sun, 14 Sep 2025 17:02:01 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23700 <p>Learn financial English collocations for discussing the findings of an audit.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/09/14/bep-417-accounting-english-discussing-an-audit-2/">BEP 417 – English for Accounting: Discussing an Audit (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 26:06 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn financial English collocations for discussing the findings of an audit. The post BEP 417 – English for Accounting: Discussing an Audit (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn financial English collocations for discussing the findings of an audit. The post BEP 417 – English for Accounting: Discussing an Audit (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/08/31/bep-416-accounting-english-discussing-audit-1/ Sun, 31 Aug 2025 16:05:16 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23677 <p>Learn English collocations for discussing an audit with an accountant.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/08/31/bep-416-accounting-english-discussing-audit-1/">BEP 416 – English for Accounting: Discussing an Audit (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 23:42 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English collocations for discussing an audit with an accountant. The post BEP 416 – English for Accounting: Discussing an Audit (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English collocations for discussing an audit with an accountant. The post BEP 416 – English for Accounting: Discussing an Audit (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/08/17/business-english-news-60-tariffs-rewiring-global-trade/ Sun, 17 Aug 2025 15:55:28 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23656 <p>Learn business English vocabulary in this lesson on the effects of tariffs on global trade.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/08/17/business-english-news-60-tariffs-rewiring-global-trade/">Business English News 60 – Tariffs: Rewiring Global Trade</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 4:55 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn business English vocabulary in this lesson on the effects of tariffs on global trade. The post Business English News 60 – Tariffs: Rewiring Global Trade first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn business English vocabulary in this lesson on the effects of tariffs on global trade. The post Business English News 60 – Tariffs: Rewiring Global Trade first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/07/27/bep-45c-socializing-keeping-a-conversation-going/ Sun, 27 Jul 2025 19:12:02 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23620 <p>Learn how to keep a conversation in English going while socializing at work.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/07/27/bep-45c-socializing-keeping-a-conversation-going/">BEP 45c – Socializing: Keeping a Conversation Going</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 14:15 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to keep a conversation in English going while socializing at work. The post BEP 45c – Socializing: Keeping a Conversation Going first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to keep a conversation in English going while socializing at work. The post BEP 45c – Socializing: Keeping a Conversation Going first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/07/06/bep-44c-socializing-starting-conversation-english/ Sun, 06 Jul 2025 17:17:45 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23589 <p>Learn how to start a conversation in English.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/07/06/bep-44c-socializing-starting-conversation-english/">BEP 44c – Socializing: Starting a Conversation in English</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 16:46 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to start a conversation in English. The post BEP 44c – Socializing: Starting a Conversation in English first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to start a conversation in English. The post BEP 44c – Socializing: Starting a Conversation in English first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/06/22/bep-43c-meeting-english-managing-discussion/ Sun, 22 Jun 2025 22:41:13 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23556 <p>Welcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on how to manage the discussion during a meeting in English. Bad meetings can waste time and leave everyone confused. But a well-run meeting can help create new ideas, solve problems, and move a project forward. Running a great meeting is about more than just following […]</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/06/22/bep-43c-meeting-english-managing-discussion/">BEP 43c – Meeting English: Managing the Discussion</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 18:11 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noWelcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on how to manage the discussion during a meeting in English. Bad meetings can waste time and leave everyone confused. But a well-run meeting can help create new ideas, solve problems, and move a project forward. Running a great meeting is about more than just following […] The post BEP 43c – Meeting English: Managing the Discussion first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comWelcome back to Business English Pod for today’s lesson on how to manage the discussion during a meeting in English. Bad meetings can waste time and leave everyone confused. But a well-run meeting can help create new ideas, solve problems, and move a project forward. Running a great meeting is about more than just following […] The post BEP 43c – Meeting English: Managing the Discussion first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/06/08/bep-42c-meeting-in-english-starting/ Sun, 08 Jun 2025 19:18:45 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23470 <p>Learn how to start a meeting in English.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/06/08/bep-42c-meeting-in-english-starting/">BEP 42c – Meeting in English: Starting a Meeting</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 15:16 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to start a meeting in English. The post BEP 42c – Meeting in English: Starting a Meeting first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to start a meeting in English. The post BEP 42c – Meeting in English: Starting a Meeting first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/05/25/skills-360-fostering-a-culture-of-collaboration-2/ Sun, 25 May 2025 16:53:36 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23454 <p>Learn how to build a culture of collaboration in the workplace.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/05/25/skills-360-fostering-a-culture-of-collaboration-2/">Skills 360 – Fostering a Culture of Collaboration (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 7:05 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to build a culture of collaboration in the workplace. The post Skills 360 – Fostering a Culture of Collaboration (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to build a culture of collaboration in the workplace. The post Skills 360 – Fostering a Culture of Collaboration (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/05/11/skills-360-fostering-collaboration-1/ Sun, 11 May 2025 15:44:30 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23423 <p>Learn how to foster a culture of collaboration in the workplace.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/05/11/skills-360-fostering-collaboration-1/">Skills 360 – Fostering a Culture of Collaboration (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:46 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to foster a culture of collaboration in the workplace. The post Skills 360 – Fostering a Culture of Collaboration (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to foster a culture of collaboration in the workplace. The post Skills 360 – Fostering a Culture of Collaboration (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/04/27/bep-415-purchasing-6-managing-purchase-orders/ Sun, 27 Apr 2025 18:33:20 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23389 <p>Learn how to manage contracts and purchase orders as part of the purchasing process.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/04/27/bep-415-purchasing-6-managing-purchase-orders/">BEP 415 – Purchasing 6: Managing Purchase Orders</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 23:17 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to manage contracts and purchase orders as part of the purchasing process. The post BEP 415 – Purchasing 6: Managing Purchase Orders first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to manage contracts and purchase orders as part of the purchasing process. The post BEP 415 – Purchasing 6: Managing Purchase Orders first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/04/13/bep-414-purchasing-5-evaluating-vendor-proposals/ Sun, 13 Apr 2025 18:29:02 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23315 <p>Learn English for purchasing in this lesson that looks at evaluating proposals from vendors.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/04/13/bep-414-purchasing-5-evaluating-vendor-proposals/">BEP 414 – Purchasing 5: Evaluating Vendor Proposals</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 21:28 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English for purchasing in this lesson that looks at evaluating proposals from vendors. The post BEP 414 – Purchasing 5: Evaluating Vendor Proposals first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English for purchasing in this lesson that looks at evaluating proposals from vendors. The post BEP 414 – Purchasing 5: Evaluating Vendor Proposals first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/03/30/bep-41c-interview-english-first-round-job-interviews-2/ Sun, 30 Mar 2025 17:25:26 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23299 <p>Learn key skills for first-round job interviews.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/03/30/bep-41c-interview-english-first-round-job-interviews-2/">BEP 41c – Interview English: First-Round Job Interviews (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 19:57 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn key skills for first-round job interviews. The post BEP 41c – Interview English: First-Round Job Interviews (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn key skills for first-round job interviews. The post BEP 41c – Interview English: First-Round Job Interviews (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/03/16/bep-40c-interview-english-first-round-job-interview-1/ Sun, 16 Mar 2025 16:55:12 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23273 <p>Learn Interview English skills for first-round job interviews.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/03/16/bep-40c-interview-english-first-round-job-interview-1/">BEP 40c – Interview English: First-Round Job Interviews (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 19:21 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn Interview English skills for first-round job interviews. The post BEP 40c – Interview English: First-Round Job Interviews (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn Interview English skills for first-round job interviews. The post BEP 40c – Interview English: First-Round Job Interviews (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/03/02/business-english-news-59-deepseek/ Sun, 02 Mar 2025 19:03:45 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23211 <p>Learn business English vocabulary related to technology in this lesson on DeepSeek.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/03/02/business-english-news-59-deepseek/">Business English News 59 – DeepSeek</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:47 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn business English vocabulary related to technology in this lesson on DeepSeek. The post Business English News 59 – DeepSeek first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn business English vocabulary related to technology in this lesson on DeepSeek. The post Business English News 59 – DeepSeek first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/02/16/bep-413-business-english-idioms-about-technology-2/ Sun, 16 Feb 2025 18:44:42 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23171 <p>Learn English idioms related to technology.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/02/16/bep-413-business-english-idioms-about-technology-2/">BEP 413 – Business English Idioms about Technology (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 23:55 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English idioms related to technology. The post BEP 413 – Business English Idioms about Technology (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English idioms related to technology. The post BEP 413 – Business English Idioms about Technology (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/02/02/bep-412-business-english-idioms-about-technology-1/ Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:35:02 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23125 <p>Learn business English idioms related to technology and IT.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/02/02/bep-412-business-english-idioms-about-technology-1/">BEP 412 – Business English Idioms about Technology (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 23:51 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn business English idioms related to technology and IT. The post BEP 412 – Business English Idioms about Technology (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn business English idioms related to technology and IT. The post BEP 412 – Business English Idioms about Technology (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/01/19/skills-360-advanced-interview-skills-for-effective-hiring-2/ Sun, 19 Jan 2025 17:09:30 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23088 <p>Learn advanced interview skills for hiring the best people.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/01/19/skills-360-advanced-interview-skills-for-effective-hiring-2/">Skills 360 – Advanced Interview Skills for Effective Hiring (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:28 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn advanced interview skills for hiring the best people. The post Skills 360 – Advanced Interview Skills for Effective Hiring (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn advanced interview skills for hiring the best people. The post Skills 360 – Advanced Interview Skills for Effective Hiring (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/01/05/skills-360-advanced-interview-skills-for-effective-hiring-1/ Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:55:42 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=23018 <p>Learn advanced interview skills for hiring the right people.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2025/01/05/skills-360-advanced-interview-skills-for-effective-hiring-1/">Skills 360 – Advanced Interview Skills for Effective Hiring (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 7:07 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn advanced interview skills for hiring the right people. The post Skills 360 – Advanced Interview Skills for Effective Hiring (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn advanced interview skills for hiring the right people. The post Skills 360 – Advanced Interview Skills for Effective Hiring (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/12/08/bep-39c-english-for-project-management-reporting-on-progress/ Sun, 08 Dec 2024 16:44:04 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22953 <p>Learn project management English in this lesson on reporting on progress of a project.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/12/08/bep-39c-english-for-project-management-reporting-on-progress/">BEP 39c – English for Project Management: Reporting on Progress</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 15:03 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn project management English in this lesson on reporting on progress of a project. The post BEP 39c – English for Project Management: Reporting on Progress first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn project management English in this lesson on reporting on progress of a project. The post BEP 39c – English for Project Management: Reporting on Progress first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/11/24/bep-411-mergers-discussing-an-integration-plan-2/ Sun, 24 Nov 2024 22:24:14 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22932 <p>Learn how discuss different aspects of integrating the operations of two companies.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/11/24/bep-411-mergers-discussing-an-integration-plan-2/">BEP 411 – Mergers: Discussing an Integration Plan (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 22:14 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how discuss different aspects of integrating the operations of two companies. The post BEP 411 – Mergers: Discussing an Integration Plan (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how discuss different aspects of integrating the operations of two companies. The post BEP 411 – Mergers: Discussing an Integration Plan (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/11/10/bep-410-mergers-discussing-an-integration-plan-1/ Sun, 10 Nov 2024 17:40:05 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22901 <p>Learn how to discuss the integration of two companies during a merger.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/11/10/bep-410-mergers-discussing-an-integration-plan-1/">BEP 410 – Mergers: Discussing an Integration Plan (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 21:24 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to discuss the integration of two companies during a merger. The post BEP 410 – Mergers: Discussing an Integration Plan (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to discuss the integration of two companies during a merger. The post BEP 410 – Mergers: Discussing an Integration Plan (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/10/20/ben-58-hr-hiring-trends/ Sun, 20 Oct 2024 21:45:43 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22799 <p>Learn vocabulary related to HR and recent trends in hiring practices.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/10/20/ben-58-hr-hiring-trends/">Business English News 58 – HR: Hiring Trends</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 5:52 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn vocabulary related to HR and recent trends in hiring practices. The post Business English News 58 – HR: Hiring Trends first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn vocabulary related to HR and recent trends in hiring practices. The post Business English News 58 – HR: Hiring Trends first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/10/06/bep-37c-english-for-presentations-questions-and-answers-2/ Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:41:31 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22726 <p>Learn English for presentations and how to answer questions at the end of a presentation.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/10/06/bep-37c-english-for-presentations-questions-and-answers-2/">BEP 37c – English for Presentations: Questions and Answers (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 16:58 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English for presentations and how to answer questions at the end of a presentation. The post BEP 37c – English for Presentations: Questions and Answers (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English for presentations and how to answer questions at the end of a presentation. The post BEP 37c – English for Presentations: Questions and Answers (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/09/22/bep-36c-english-for-presentations-questions-and-answers-1/ Sun, 22 Sep 2024 18:53:27 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22645 <p>Learn how to deal with the question and answer session at the end of a presentation.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/09/22/bep-36c-english-for-presentations-questions-and-answers-1/">BEP 36c – English for Presentations: Questions and Answers (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 18:28 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to deal with the question and answer session at the end of a presentation. The post BEP 36c – English for Presentations: Questions and Answers (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to deal with the question and answer session at the end of a presentation. The post BEP 36c – English for Presentations: Questions and Answers (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/09/08/skills-360-problem-solving-2-the-problem-solving-process/ Sun, 08 Sep 2024 15:51:49 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22586 <p>Learn how to solve problems using a 5-step approach.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/09/08/skills-360-problem-solving-2-the-problem-solving-process/">Skills 360 – Problem-Solving 2: The Problem-Solving Process</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:59 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to solve problems using a 5-step approach. The post Skills 360 – Problem-Solving 2: The Problem-Solving Process first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to solve problems using a 5-step approach. The post Skills 360 – Problem-Solving 2: The Problem-Solving Process first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/08/25/skills-360-problem-solving-1-developing-the-right-skills/ Sun, 25 Aug 2024 16:23:14 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22539 <p>Learn essential problem-solving skills.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/08/25/skills-360-problem-solving-1-developing-the-right-skills/">Skills 360 – Problem-Solving 1: Developing the Right Skills</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:55 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn essential problem-solving skills. The post Skills 360 – Problem-Solving 1: Developing the Right Skills first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn essential problem-solving skills. The post Skills 360 – Problem-Solving 1: Developing the Right Skills first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/07/28/ben-57-robots-back-to-the-future/ Sun, 28 Jul 2024 17:46:51 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22467 <p>Learn business English vocabulary for discussing robotics and tech.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/07/28/ben-57-robots-back-to-the-future/">BEN 57 – Robots: Back to the Future</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:31 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn business English vocabulary for discussing robotics and tech. The post BEN 57 – Robots: Back to the Future first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn business English vocabulary for discussing robotics and tech. The post BEN 57 – Robots: Back to the Future first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/07/07/bep-409-quality-control-2-customer-service/ Sun, 07 Jul 2024 20:35:25 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22417 <p>Learn English collocations related to quality control, particularly the service aspect.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/07/07/bep-409-quality-control-2-customer-service/">BEP 409 – Quality Control 2: Customer Service</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 24:19 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English collocations related to quality control, particularly the service aspect. The post BEP 409 – Quality Control 2: Customer Service first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English collocations related to quality control, particularly the service aspect. The post BEP 409 – Quality Control 2: Customer Service first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/06/23/bep-408-quality-control-1-manufacturing/ Sun, 23 Jun 2024 17:09:30 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22386 <p>Learn English collocations for discussing quality control in the manufacturing process.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/06/23/bep-408-quality-control-1-manufacturing/">BEP 408 – Quality Control 1: Manufacturing</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 24:03 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English collocations for discussing quality control in the manufacturing process. The post BEP 408 – Quality Control 1: Manufacturing first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English collocations for discussing quality control in the manufacturing process. The post BEP 408 – Quality Control 1: Manufacturing first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/06/09/skills-360-how-to-overcome-cognitive-bias/ Sun, 09 Jun 2024 16:55:07 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22251 <p>Learn how to overcome the cognitive biases that may impact decision-making.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/06/09/skills-360-how-to-overcome-cognitive-bias/">Skills 360 – How to Overcome Cognitive Bias</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 7:29 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to overcome the cognitive biases that may impact decision-making. The post Skills 360 – How to Overcome Cognitive Bias first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to overcome the cognitive biases that may impact decision-making. The post Skills 360 – How to Overcome Cognitive Bias first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/05/26/skills-360-understanding-cognitive-bias/ Sun, 26 May 2024 18:28:22 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22203 <p>In this Skills 360 lessons we look at cognitive bias.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/05/26/skills-360-understanding-cognitive-bias/">Skills 360 – What is Cognitive Bias?</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 7:05 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noIn this Skills 360 lessons we look at cognitive bias. The post Skills 360 – What is Cognitive Bias? first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comIn this Skills 360 lessons we look at cognitive bias. The post Skills 360 – What is Cognitive Bias? first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/05/12/bep-35c-meetings-clarifying-what-was-meant/ Sun, 12 May 2024 18:50:03 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=22121 <p>Learn how to clarify the meaning of what someone says.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/05/12/bep-35c-meetings-clarifying-what-was-meant/">BEP 35c – English Meetings: Clarifying What Was Meant</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 16:30 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to clarify the meaning of what someone says. The post BEP 35c – English Meetings: Clarifying What Was Meant first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to clarify the meaning of what someone says. The post BEP 35c – English Meetings: Clarifying What Was Meant first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/04/28/bep-407-financial-english-5-comparing-opportunities/ Sun, 28 Apr 2024 19:46:33 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21971 <p>Learn English for finance in this lesson on comparing investment opportunities with a client.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/04/28/bep-407-financial-english-5-comparing-opportunities/">BEP 407 – Financial English 5: Comparing Opportunities</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 23:08 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English for finance in this lesson on comparing investment opportunities with a client. The post BEP 407 – Financial English 5: Comparing Opportunities first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English for finance in this lesson on comparing investment opportunities with a client. The post BEP 407 – Financial English 5: Comparing Opportunities first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/04/14/bep-406-financial-english-4-pitching-new-opportunity/ Sun, 14 Apr 2024 20:01:09 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21942 <p>Learn financial English in this Business English lesson on pitching an investment opportunity to a client.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/04/14/bep-406-financial-english-4-pitching-new-opportunity/">BEP 406 – Financial English 4: Pitching a New Opportunity</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 22:47 businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn financial English in this Business English lesson on pitching an investment opportunity to a client. The post BEP 406 – Financial English 4: Pitching a New Opportunity first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn financial English in this Business English lesson on pitching an investment opportunity to a client. The post BEP 406 – Financial English 4: Pitching a New Opportunity first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/04/01/business-english-news-56-deglobalization/ Mon, 01 Apr 2024 20:01:48 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21890 <p>In this Business English News lesson on the trend toward deglobalization, we look at business English vocabulary related to economics and global trade. The past few years have been a very interesting time for the world economy. A pandemic has exposed the vulnerabilities of global supply chains. Geopolitical tensions around the world have intensified, stoking […]</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/04/01/business-english-news-56-deglobalization/">Business English News 56 – Deglobalization</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 5:58 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noIn this Business English News lesson on the trend toward deglobalization, we look at business English vocabulary related to economics and global trade. The past few years have been a very interesting time for the world economy. A pandemic has exposed the vulnerabilities of global supply chains. Geopolitical tensions around the world have intensified, stoking […] The post Business English News 56 – Deglobalization first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comIn this Business English News lesson on the trend toward deglobalization, we look at business English vocabulary related to economics and global trade. The past few years have been a very interesting time for the world economy. A pandemic has exposed the vulnerabilities of global supply chains. Geopolitical tensions around the world have intensified, stoking […] The post Business English News 56 – Deglobalization first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/03/17/bep-34c-clarifying-confirming/ Sun, 17 Mar 2024 17:47:04 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21754 <p>Learn how to clarify and confirm what was said during a conversation.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/03/17/bep-34c-clarifying-confirming/">BEP 34c – Clarifying and Confirming What Was Said</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 14:12 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to clarify and confirm what was said during a conversation. The post BEP 34c – Clarifying and Confirming What Was Said first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to clarify and confirm what was said during a conversation. The post BEP 34c – Clarifying and Confirming What Was Said first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/03/03/skills-360-what-is-dei-diversity-equity-inclusion/ Sun, 03 Mar 2024 19:41:27 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21723 <p>Learn about the impact and implications of DEI - or diversity, equity, and inclusion - on the workplace.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/03/03/skills-360-what-is-dei-diversity-equity-inclusion/">Skills 360 – What is DEI: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:36 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn about the impact and implications of DEI - or diversity, equity, and inclusion - on the workplace. The post Skills 360 – What is DEI: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn about the impact and implications of DEI - or diversity, equity, and inclusion - on the workplace. The post Skills 360 – What is DEI: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/02/18/skills-360-esg-environmental-social-and-governance/ Sun, 18 Feb 2024 22:08:59 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21656 <p>Learn what ESG is all about as we look at environmental, social and governance concerns.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/02/18/skills-360-esg-environmental-social-and-governance/">Skills 360 – What is ESG: Environmental, Social and Governance</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:00 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn what ESG is all about as we look at environmental, social and governance concerns. The post Skills 360 – What is ESG: Environmental, Social and Governance first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn what ESG is all about as we look at environmental, social and governance concerns. The post Skills 360 – What is ESG: Environmental, Social and Governance first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/02/04/bep-405-english-idioms-about-animals-2/ Sun, 04 Feb 2024 20:23:33 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21611 <p>Learn English idioms related to animals.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/02/04/bep-405-english-idioms-about-animals-2/">BEP 405 – English Idioms about Animals (2)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 22:29 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English idioms related to animals. The post BEP 405 – English Idioms about Animals (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English idioms related to animals. The post BEP 405 – English Idioms about Animals (2) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/01/21/bep-404-english-idioms-about-animals-1/ Sun, 21 Jan 2024 17:18:00 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21410 <p>Learn English idioms related to animals.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/01/21/bep-404-english-idioms-about-animals-1/">BEP 404 – English Idioms about Animals (1)</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 22:59 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English idioms related to animals. The post BEP 404 – English Idioms about Animals (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English idioms related to animals. The post BEP 404 – English Idioms about Animals (1) first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/01/07/business-english-news-55-2024-global-economic-outlook/ Sun, 07 Jan 2024 18:05:31 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21365 <p>In this Business English News lesson, we look at business English vocabulary related to the economy and finance and the global economic outlook for 2024.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2024/01/07/business-english-news-55-2024-global-economic-outlook/">Business English News 55 – 2024 Global Economic Outlook</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 6:03 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noIn this Business English News lesson, we look at business English vocabulary related to the economy and finance and the global economic outlook for 2024. The post Business English News 55 – 2024 Global Economic Outlook first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comIn this Business English News lesson, we look at business English vocabulary related to the economy and finance and the global economic outlook for 2024. The post Business English News 55 – 2024 Global Economic Outlook first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2023/12/10/bep-33c-presentations-summarizing-and-call-to-action/ Sun, 10 Dec 2023 21:37:14 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21274 <p>Learn how to finish a presentation in English with a summary and a call to action.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2023/12/10/bep-33c-presentations-summarizing-and-call-to-action/">BEP 33c – English Presentation: Summarizing and Call to Action</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 17:30 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn how to finish a presentation in English with a summary and a call to action. The post BEP 33c – English Presentation: Summarizing and Call to Action first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn how to finish a presentation in English with a summary and a call to action. The post BEP 33c – English Presentation: Summarizing and Call to Action first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2023/11/26/bep-403-recruiting-2-developing-the-job-description/ Sun, 26 Nov 2023 18:43:52 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21216 <p>Learn English for HR and how to develop a job description.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2023/11/26/bep-403-recruiting-2-developing-the-job-description/">BEP 403 – Recruiting 2: Developing the Job Description</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 22:22 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English for HR and how to develop a job description. The post BEP 403 – Recruiting 2: Developing the Job Description first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English for HR and how to develop a job description. The post BEP 403 – Recruiting 2: Developing the Job Description first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2023/11/12/bep-402-recruiting-1-identifying-needs/ Sun, 12 Nov 2023 20:17:31 +0000 https://www.businessenglishpod.com/?p=21146 <p>Learn English for HR in this lessons on recruiting and identifying needs.</p> >>> The post <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com/2023/11/12/bep-402-recruiting-1-identifying-needs/">BEP 402 – Recruiting 1: Identifying Needs</a> first appeared on <a href="https://www.businessenglishpod.com">Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online</a>. full 22:01 yes businessenglishpod@mac.com (www.BusinessEnglishPod.com)noLearn English for HR in this lessons on recruiting and identifying needs. The post BEP 402 – Recruiting 1: Identifying Needs first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.www.BusinessEnglishPod.comLearn English for HR in this lessons on recruiting and identifying needs. The post BEP 402 – Recruiting 1: Identifying Needs first appeared on Business English Pod :: Learn Business English Online.business english,esl,lesson,listening,vocabulary