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! Anna

Timestamps

02:10 The “outfit” analogy
03:10 — Upgrade 1: Further (vs. more)
04:10 — Upgrade 2: I think alternatives
05:35 — Upgrade 3: preference without over-commitment
07:40 — Upgrade 4: diplomatic disagreement
09:10 — Upgrade 5: manage objections neutrally
10:50 — Upgrade 6: sound inclusive in openings
11:50 — Upgrade 7:directive but collaborative control
13:25 — Upgrade 8: Ipolite interruption / keep meeting on track
14:55 — Upgrade 9: Replace common adjectives
16:30 — Upgrade 10: raise issue with the right person
17:50 — Upgrade 11: conviction without aggression
17:50 — Practice Out loud: conviction without aggression

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

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