How to Enrich Your English Vocabulary

How to Enrich Your English Vocabulary You likely have been trying to figure out how to enrich your English vocabulary, no matter what level you are. While many people now use phone apps to get on top of new vocabulary, some have gone back to using flashcards and notebooks. In this month’s language lab, Kevin… Continue reading How to Enrich Your English Vocabulary

Using Diplomatic Language

Using Diplomatic Language Educational Support Officer, Kevin Kennedy Negotiating and dealing with problems professionally is difficult for non-native English speakers. Many believe that there is just a list of diplomatic-sounding words that one could study. But this is not enough. In British culture, politeness is indispensable. Thus, being diplomatic in English means using indirect rather… Continue reading Using Diplomatic Language

Business Management Review 101

Business Management Review 101 As the year draws to a close, professionals take the opportunity to look back over their business successes and otherwise. A business management review, quarterly or year-end, helps keep performance on track while delivering insights into all aspects of business management. With the emerging information, stakeholders can lay the foundation for… Continue reading Business Management Review 101

What Is Problem Solving in Business?

What is Problem Solving in Business? A business underperforming and failing to maximise its profitability requires analysis. Stakeholders must identify obstacles and design strategies to overcome them. If staff members cannot harness their full potential, leaders must also of take stock, dig deep, and work toward resolving underlying issues. Life problem-solving skills likely represent a… Continue reading What Is Problem Solving in Business?

English Small Talk for Professionals

English Small Talk for Professionals Globalisation has put professional English communication at the heart of skill development regardless of the industry. As you build your career and profile in international business, you soon realise that you must refine your English business communication skills far beyond vacation chatter. Industry-specific vocabulary, phrases for meetings, and concise email… Continue reading English Small Talk for Professionals

Presentation Skills Guide

Presentation Skills Guide Love them or loathe them, sooner or later, it will be your turn again to give a presentation. While in business, presentations are about driving growth, academic presentations have many purposes, all demanding excellence. This article delivers a step-by-step guide to presentation skills for academics, in five parts, namely research, preparation and… Continue reading Presentation Skills Guide

What Is Hiberno English?

What Is Hiberno English? You are sure to be aware of American and British English. You may even realise that Australian and Canadian English have specific linguistic patterns and traits. But what is Hiberno English and more importantly, how much does it deviate from British English? The English, people speak in Ireland, is officially called… Continue reading What Is Hiberno English?