by Lori Nagel | Dec 8, 2025 | Business English, Speaking English Confidently
Speak with Confidence Without Changing Your Accent Have you ever hesitated to speak up in a meeting, worrying that your accent might make you less clear or credible? Maybe you’ve had great ideas but found that your voice didn’t carry the same authority as...
by Lori Nagel | Nov 8, 2025 | Business English, Speaking English Confidently
The Power of Constructive Feedback in Professional Settings Feedback plays a vital role in any professional environment, especially in American business culture, where communication is direct, and growth is highly valued. Whether you’re giving feedback to a...
by Lori Nagel | Oct 8, 2025 | Business English, Speaking English Confidently
The Importance of Clear Communication and Maintaining Respect Misunderstandings are a natural part of communication, especially when you’re speaking in a second language or working with people from different cultural backgrounds. We’ve all been there—when someone...
by Lori Nagel | Sep 8, 2025 | Business English, Speaking English Confidently
Small Daily Steps Can Lead to Big Pronunciation Gains Improving your pronunciation doesn’t have to take hours of practice. In fact, dedicating just 5 minutes a day to focused pronunciation exercises can make a significant difference over time. If you’re an immigrant...
by Lori Nagel | Aug 8, 2025 | Business English, Speaking English Confidently
Keeping pace It’s a common challenge: your colleagues are talking quickly, and you’re struggling to keep up. Whether it’s during a meeting or casual conversation, it can feel overwhelming when everyone around you is speaking faster than you can process. If English...