Talaera Talks - Business English Communication
Presenting in a meeting, networking at an event, and selling a product have one thing in common – they all require excellent communication skills.
Join Paola, a business communication and culture expert at Talaera, as she explores what it takes to stand out in the international job market. Alongside guest speakers who have successfully carved their paths in the global business arena, you'll discover practical advice, key vocabulary, cultural insights, and essential tools to take your career to the next level.
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Episodes
120 episodes
119. Clarity Across Cultures: How to Make Sure People Actually Understand You
In global teams, most misunderstandings don’t come from English mistakes – they come from clarity. You can say something that feels clear to you, but people in other cultures may hear it in a completely different way. In this episode, we look a...
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Season 3
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Episode 119
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13:21
118. How Senior Leaders Speak: 5 Signals for Instant Authority
Ever wondered why senior leaders can say three sentences and suddenly everyone pays attention? It’s not vocabulary. It’s not charisma. It’s how they speak.In this episode, we break down five communication signals that make people ...
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Season 3
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Episode 118
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13:44
117. Work Culture Europe vs. USA - Hilarious Takes From Comedian Dan Pulzello
What happens when a New Yorker, a Spaniard, and an Australian walk into a meeting? You get culture clash, and some great comedy material.In this episode, we talk to comedian Dan Pulzello, who turned cultural differences between Eu...
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Season 3
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Episode 117
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46:45
116. How to Regain Control When Your Mind Goes Blank
"I freeze in meetings." "My mind goes blank." "I know what I want to say, but the words don't come out right."In this episode of Talaera Talks, we explore the real communication challenges that professionals face, particularly those work...
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Season 3
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Episode 116
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12:16
115. How to Speak So People Listen - Tips from TEDx Coach Ruth Milligan
What makes someone a powerful speaker? In this episode, executive speech coach and TEDx organizer Ruth Milligan joins Paola Pascual to break down what it really takes to speak so people listen. We explore how to prepare for high-stakes situatio...
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Season 3
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Episode 115
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41:21
114. Leading Across Cultures: What Every Manager Should Know - With Jorge Vargas
What’s really at play when we miscommunicate across cultures? In this episode, Jorge Vargas joins Paola Pascual to break down the visible and invisible forces that shape how we connect at work, from communication styles to cultural bia...
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Season 3
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Episode 114
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51:23
113. 10 Behavioral Science Tips for Professional Growth - With Phill Agnew, host of Nudge Podcast
In this episode of Talera Talks, we interview Phill Agnew, a marketing expert and host of the Nudge podcast. We discuss the application of behavioral science insights and nudging techniques for professional growth. Phill shares insights on how ...
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Season 3
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Episode 113
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48:44
112. How to Speak Up for Yourself in Cross-Cultural Settings - With Grace Diaz
In this episode of Talaera Talks, we delve into the concept of self-advocacy, exploring its significance in professional settings and the challenges individuals face, particularly in cross-cultural environments. With our special guest Grace Dia...
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Season 2
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Episode 112
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46:16
111. Does Your Language Level Impact Career Growth? - With Oana Iordachescu
In this episode of Talaera Talks, we’re joined by Oana Iordachescu, a seasoned Talent and DEI Strategist, to tackle an important question: Does your language proficiency influence your career success? Discover how mastering communication skills...
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Season 2
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Episode 111
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40:35
110. Two Languages, Two Personalities? What Science Says About Bilingual Brains
Find out how speaking different languages can influence personality traits and emotional experiences. Discover the fascinating science of cultural frame shifting and how bilingualism affects different aspects of our personality.Learn about ...
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Season 2
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Episode 110
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9:08
109. Career Progression: Key Tips and Idioms for Success - With Michael from The Level Up English Podcast
In this episode of Talaera Talks, Paola is joined by Michael from The Level Up English Podcast to dive into practical tips for career success and unpack some of the most useful English idioms in the workplace. Whether you're start...
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Season 2
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Episode 109
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49:48
108. How to Master Business English Vocabulary - With George E.
Meet one of Talaera's excellent Business English coaches and learn how you can improve your business English vocabulary for more effective conversations at work.Get episode video clips on Talaera's LinkedIn:
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Season 2
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Episode 108
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19:22
107. How Copywriting Can Transform Your Career - With Gary Stringer
Learn how copywriting can transform your career and discover lots of tips and strategies you can start using today to improve your copywriting skills.In this episode, we talk to Gary Stringer, Senior Content Marketing Manager at HowNow ...
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Episode 107
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42:45
106. Navigate Cultural Differences in Business Communication - With Teacher Chanelle
Learn about the importance of understanding cultural differences in business communication. Find out why cultural awareness is crucial in our increasingly interconnected world and understand how culture influences communication styles and the i...
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Episode 106
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14:11
105. How Inclusive Communication Can Help Career Progression - With Ming Wu
Learn how inclusive communication will help you progress in your career.Today's guest, Ming Wu, is a respected writer and advisor on inclusion, teaching and consulting for top international companies. Drawing from her own experience, Ming s...
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Season 2
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Episode 105
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47:25
104. Building Confidence in Business English Conversations - With Christina Smith
Today, we talk to Christina, one of our amazing instructors here at Talaera. Originally from the US and now based in Spain, Christina brings over a decade of experience in teaching English, and has also worked as an administrator and entreprene...
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Season 2
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Episode 104
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20:43
103. Stakeholder Management: Setting Clear Expectations - With Amy Malin, ex-Google Sales and L&D Leader
Managing up, managing down, and managing across are key skills to succeed at work. Find out how to set clear expectations, resolve conflict, and increase your chances of success at work with these insightful tips from Amy Malin.Amy Mali...
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Episode 103
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55:21
102. Top Skills for an International Business Career - With Slack L&D Expert
Join us for a fascinating conversation on the key skills you need to succeed in a global company with Helena Nacinovic, Senior Learning Consultant at Slack (that’s right, the giant messaging app for businesses!).🎙️ Helena Nacinovic ...
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Season 2
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Episode 102
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44:46
101. Seven Tips to Use English Confidently at Work
Get 7 practical tips to feel more confident speaking English at work. After a summer break, we're stronger than ever. More tips, more stories, and a very exciting opportunity to improve your business English skills for free until t...
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Episode 101
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40:38
100. Have More Productive Conversations at Work
In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get tangled up in miscommunication, especially in the workplace. We've all been there, haven't we? A meeting that takes longer than planned, a team discussion that just doesn't seem to move forward. The...
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Episode 100
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42:30
99. Convice your teams with the Rule of Three
Whether you're trying to convince your team to adopt new software, explaining a complex concept, or looking to make your business pitch more convincing, the rule of three will help you sound more persuasive.
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Episode 99
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4:25
98. Craft Compelling Email Subject Lines
Boost your email open rates with effective subject lines.
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Episode 98
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5:27
97. Writing for Impact: Tips for Concise Writing
What if I told you that you can communicate your business ideas more effectively with fewer words? In this episode, you will learn how to write concisely without losing any meaning.Read all the tips on our blog:
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Episode 97
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13:20
96. Decoding Legal Jargon: Commonly Used Legal English Terms Explained
Confused by legal English terms in business? Listen to this episode as we decode commonly used legal English terms and provide real-world context that helps you understand and use these terms with confidence in your daily business interactions....
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Episode 96
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10:00
95. Understanding the Business World in Denmark - With Kate Dahl
🎙️ We recently had the pleasure to talk to Kate Dahl about how to better understand the professional world in Denmark. (Cool fact: our co-host Simon Kennell is half Danish 🙂🇩🇰).In this episode, you'll learn learned:- How to navigate...
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Episode 95
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52:08