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EPISODE · Dec 17, 2025 · 18 MIN

304. I Don’t Sound Like a Senior Manager in English: 11 Executive Upgrades to Get On Autopilot

from Confident Business English · host Anna Connelly

You are already able to communicate in English but you don't feel confident that you sound like a senior manager. In this episode, I've picked my top 11 quick upgrades you can make to sound more executive. But let me be clear, you don’t need these to do your job. You already are a senior manager. But if you want to feel more confident when you walk into the room, this episode will help. Enjoy! AnnaTimestamps02:10 The “outfit” analogy 03:10 — Upgrade 1: Further (vs. more)04:10 — Upgrade 2:  I think alternatives05:35 — Upgrade 3: preference without over-commitment07:40 — Upgrade 4: diplomatic disagreement09:10 — Upgrade 5: manage objections neutrally10:50 — Upgrade 6: sound inclusive in openings11:50 — Upgrade 7:directive but collaborative control13:25 — Upgrade 8: Ipolite interruption / keep meeting on track14:55 — Upgrade 9: Replace common adjectives16:30 — Upgrade 10: raise issue with the right person17:50 — Upgrade 11: conviction without aggression17:50 — Practice Out loud: conviction without aggression  LINKEDIN Say hello and follow me hereJOIN MY FRIDAY NEWSLETTER written summary from each episode plus extra tips I don't share on the podcast  INTERESTED IN COACHING? Register interest to be informed of future places on my 1-1 programmeTRANSCRIPTS in-depth review of the episode content THIS PODCAST IS MADE POSSIBLE BY FANTASTIC SUPPORTERS. WANT TO BECOME A SUPPORTER TOO? YouTube @annabusinessenglish

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