Podcast
Confident Business English
Hosted by Anna Connelly · EN
Are you a senior manager who lacks confidence communicating in English at work? Accredited Neurolanguage Coach® Anna Connelly brings professionals like you, who already need to use English in their daily work, practical business English tips to help your boost confidence. The goal is to help you feel more confident using a framework of 1. Learn, 2. Take Action, 3. Repeat. Professionals say they love the podcast because it's to-the-point, it covers on very relevant topics and they get results just from listening.
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336. The Confidence Sessions: Two Workplace Language Dilemmas
2w ago00:14:34Tap to summarizeThe Confidence Sessions is a special series running throughout August and early September, before the new season of Confident Business English begins on 16 September 2026! What’s the difference between trusting your team and having confidence in them? And what can you say when a personal issue affects work, but you don’t want to share your whole life story? In this Confidence Session, I’ve cherry-picked two practical clips to help you communicate more clearly, naturally and confidently at work. Enjoy! Anna 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
Transcribe →335. Anna's Key Takeaways: Professional Etiquette, Giving Recommendations & Hard to Pronounce Name!
3w ago00:12:45Tap to summarizeToday's episode is a collection of practical Business English takeaways from my recent coaching sessions. We'll cover professional etiquette, natural recommendations, pronunciation and answer two listener questions to help you feel more confident at work. Enjoy! Anna PODCAST SCHEDULE JULY/AUGUST/SEPTEMBER It's also the final episode before the new season begins on September 16th, but don't worry there'll still be a new episode every Wednesday throughout August. 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
Transcribe →334. Business English Native Speakers Use (Explained Simply)
4w ago00:15:32Tap to summarizeHave you ever been in a meeting with native speakers and suddenly thought, "I have no idea what they're talking about?" In this episode, I'm breaking down some of the business expressions that native speakers use all the time and explaining them in plain English. You'll learn what they actually mean, where many of them come from, and simple tricks to help you remember them. By the end of the episode, you'll be able to follow business meetings more easily and feel more confident when these expressions come up. Enjoy! Anna 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
Transcribe →333. Finally Feel Confident Using the Most Common "Get" Phrases
Jul 1500:15:17Tap to summarizeDo you avoid using "get" because you're never quite sure if it's the right choice? In this episode, you'll discover one simple pattern behind some of the most common business "get" phrases so you can stop overthinking them and start using them with confidence at work. Enjoy! Anna 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
Transcribe →332. The Project Vocabulary Every Senior Manager Needs
Jul 800:13:45Tap to summarizeIf projects are a regular part of your job, this episode is for you. Ever feel like you understand the words in a project meeting, but still don't feel confident joining the conversation? In this episode, I'll beak down a realistic business project from the first idea through to the final presentation. Along the way, you'll learn 15 pieces of core vocabulary that are used naturally when planning projects, making decisions, solving problems and communicating with stakeholders. Rather than memorising vocabulary lists, you'll start recognising the language patterns that come up again and again in real meetings, helping you understand conversations more quickly and feel more confident contributing to them. Enjoy! Anna 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
Transcribe →331. Get to the Point Faster in Business English
Jun 3000:14:07Tap to summarizeDo you struggle to get to the point in English? In this episode, you'll learn three simple language structures that will help you communicate more clearly, sound more concise and feel more confident in meetings, presentations and everyday business conversations. Enjoy! Anna Book Recommendation (Not affiliated or promotion) Get to the Point, Joel Schwartzberg 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
Transcribe →330. Anna's Key Takeaways: Framework for Executive Meetings , Accurate Pronunciation, Negotiation Phrases & More
Jun 2400:13:48Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I share practical insights from recent coaching sessions with senior managers. You'll learn a simple framework for answering difficult questions under pressure, a common pronunciation mistake that affects clarity, useful negotiation phrases, and why good audio matters more than you think. Plus, a challenge to help you take the next step in building your confidence in English. Enjoy! Anna 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
Transcribe →329. Why Your Colleagues Aren't Buying Into Your Ideas in English
Jun 1700:13:43Tap to summarizeMany senior managers focus on learning advanced vocabulary, but often the quickest way to sound more senior is using more straightforward phrases that are often overlooked and a quick fix to add in. In this episode, practical adverb combinations that add impact, precision and credibility to your English communication. Enjoy! Anna 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
Transcribe →328. One Business Verb. Seven Meanings. More Confidence.
Jun 1000:13:59Tap to summarizeConfidence isn't built by memorising vocabulary lists. In this episode, you'll learn seven meanings of an essential business verb for senior managers through a real-world story, making the language easier to understand, remember and use at work. Enjoy! Anna 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
Transcribe →327. The Realities of Speaking English at Work: 3 Things That Knock Your Confidence (And What to Do About It)
Jun 300:11:42Tap to summarizeLots of different things can knock your confidence as a senior manager. Sometimes it's a comment, a specific experience presentation, or even a particular colleague that makes you feel less confident. In this episode, I share three real examples from recent coaching sessions and some thoughts and reflections on how you could handle them. Enjoy! Anna 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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