Business English Power

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By: Al Slagle

How can I improve my Business English more quickly? Why am I lacking confidence when I need English in business situations? How can I learn vocabulary and idioms for Business English? If you are asking these questions, this Podcast is for you! ALsensei is an English Teaching Professional who has been helping businesspeople with English and Communication skills in Japan for over 18 years! He has worked with people from all backgrounds and levels including consulting at Global Fortune 500 companies and teaching at a prestigious university in Tokyo. On Business English Power you will not only learn from ALsensei, but from...

BEP48 | Israel Attacks Iran
Yesterday at 2:00 AM

On the 48th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:

"Israel launches airstrikes; explosions heard in central Iran: Reports"

Have you been following the events in the Middle East? Violence has begun to escalate and things are becoming more and more unstable. Check out this episode to keep up to date on all the latest news.

Link to article: "Israel launches airstrikes; explosions heard in central Iran: Reports"

Here are useful vocabulary from the article:

retaliation
barrage
Tehran
Isfahan
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BEP47 | How to Make a Telephone Call and Leave a Message
Last Sunday at 6:00 PM

On the 47th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:

How to Make a Telephone Call and Leave a Message

Are you nervous when you need to make a phone call? Are you afraid you aren't going to say the right thing or be polite enough? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei teaches you how to make phone calls with confidence and raise your business telephoning level!

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BEP46 | How to Find Speaking Opportunities in Your Daily Life
Last Thursday at 9:00 AM

On the 46th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:

How to Find Speaking Opportunities in Your Daily Life

Are you having trouble finding opportunities to practice speaking? Do you feel like there is no time in your schedule? 

On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares how he discovered a way to find opportunities to speak in his daily schedule. Find out how and don't miss any part of this episode!

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BEP45 | Who Is Disney Going To Ban From Its Theme Parks?
04/16/2024

On the 45th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:

"Disney will issue lifetime bans for people who lie about disabilities"

Are you a fan of Disney? Have you been to a Disney Theme Park before? How do you feel about waiting in line? Some people have begun to take advantage of a loophole in Disney's services. Check out this episode to find out all about it!

Link to article: "Disney will issue lifetime bans for people who lie about disabilities"

Here are useful vocabulary...


BEP44 | 3 Students, 3 Purposes
04/14/2024

On the 44th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:

3 Students, 3 Purposes

What is your purpose? Why are you learning English? Is it to help you at work? How will it help you at work? 

On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares the stories and motivations from three different students to help you identify what your purpose is. Find out what they are and don't miss any part of this episode!

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BEP43 | Pronunciation Practice: Popular Store Names
04/11/2024

On the 43rd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:

Pronunciation Practice: Popular Store Names

What popular store brands do you have in your country? Are you able to pronounce them like a native speaker? 

On this review episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over three popular store names and practices how to pronounce them naturally! Don't miss this episode!

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BEP42 | Should Teachers Use AI to Grade Essays?
04/08/2024

On the 42nd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:

"Teachers are using AI to grade essays. But some experts are raising ethical concerns"

Do you remember your university days? Are you currently in university or college? Did your professors grade your essays and papers themselves? On this episode of Current Business Events, ALsensei goes over this article which talks about teachers and professors using AI to grade essays! Is it ethical? It is ok? Check out this episode to find out all about it!

Link to...


BEP41 | 3 Tips to Level Up Your Meeting Skills
04/05/2024

On the 41st episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:

3 Tips to Level Up Your Meeting Skills

Are you struggling in meetings? Do you sometimes find it hard to participate effectively in meetings? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares three powerful tips to help you raise your meeting level!

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BEP40 | 5 Professional Phrases to Say "Please Wait!"
04/03/2024

On the 40th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:

5 Professional Phrases to Say "Please Wait!"

Have you ever said to a colleague or a business contact to "Wait a minute" or "Please wait" or "Hold on, please"? These phrases are very direct however they can come across as impolite or rude in some business situations. 

On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over 5 professional phrases that you can use to ask someone to "Please wait!" Don't be afraid to try them out! Let's go!


BEP39 | 3 Biggest Lessons from March!
04/01/2024

On the 39th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei does a recap of the most important takeaways from March!

Some of the highlights are:

BEP29: How to Start and End Your Business E-Mails
BEP32: Pronunciation Practice: Department Names
BEP34: How to Speak With Confidence

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