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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2026 · 21 MIN

How to Talk About Problems at Work in English [584]

from Speak Better English with Harry · host Harry

🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter.  These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using.  👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcastIn this episode, you’ll learn practical English to describe common workplace situations clearly and professionally. This includes how to talk about delays, misunderstandings, pressure, and situations where something is not going as planned.The focus is on real communication. You’ll see how to explain issues, give context, and speak in a way that sounds natural and appropriate in a work environment.After listening to this episode, you will be able to:• describe problems at work more clearly • explain situations without sounding too direct or too vague • communicate more confidently in professional settings • handle difficult conversations with better languageIf you want to feel more confident using English at work and deal with situations more effectively, this episode will help.Share Your ThoughtsDo you use English at work?In meetings, you may know exactly what you want to say but still need a few extra seconds to find the English. You may also hesitate because you’re not sure whether a phrase sounds natural, too direct or too weak.Take my free Meeting English Quiz and try 8 real meeting situations. You’ll see which answers work well in English and where you may need better phrases for meetings.Take the free Meeting English Quiz: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/meetingquizIf you’d rather work on your English with a teacher, book a free trial lesson. We’ll look at the situations you deal with at work and decide what you need to improve first.Book a free trial lesson: https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/trial

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🚨 If you use English at work, these phrases matter. These are the only English phrases I allow my private students to use at work, and the ones I tell them to stop using. 👉 Download the PDF (€9): https://www.englishlessonviaskype.com/workphrases-podcast In this episode, you’ll learn practical English to describe common workplace situations clearly and professionally. This includes how to talk about delays, misunderstandings, pressure, and situations where something is not going as...

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