Many communication problems at work are invisible to the people creating them. Professionals leave meetings convinced they were clear, open, and collaborative. Others walk away with a very different impression.…
In many international teams, feedback is described as a problem. People say it creates tension, discomfort, or defensiveness. Very often, the blame is placed on personality or generational differences. In…
Many professionals working in international teams have a strong command of English. Their grammar is accurate, their vocabulary is broad, and they follow discussions without difficulty. Yet their communication in…
Convincing others in English can be tricky, even for people who speak it well. You prepare your argument, share your data, explain your reasoning… and yet, somehow, it doesn’t land.…
Many international professionals already speak English well enough to do their jobs. They can write emails, join meetings, even give presentations. But when it comes to sounding confident, many still…
In many international companies, English training is seen as a box to tick. Courses are offered, people attend, and everyone assumes the problem is solved. But when you look closer,…
In our communication skills courses at Business Learning Solutions, we often meet managers who feel confident about their leadership abilities in their own language but find feedback conversations in English…
One question we’re often asked is: “How do I make a good impression when I talk to senior leadership?” It’s a great question, because informal conversations with senior executives can…
In the past, one of the most noticeable differences between business cultures in Spain and the UK was the level of hierarchy in the workplace. In Spain, titles and a…
