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If you can enjoy a film without subtitles, order food on holiday and hold a great conversation in English, give yourself some credit. Seriously, that's a massive milestone. |
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- How would you feel stepping into a job interview in English tomorrow?
- Or presenting to an international client?
- Or pitching your big idea to leadership?
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If those scenarios feel a little intimidating, you're not alone. Chatting casually and navigating the workplace are just two completely different skill sets. |
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Here are a couple of myths people fall for all the time: |
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"My English is fine. I don't need work-specific training." |
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Chatting over coffee is very different from negotiating a raise, handling a tense meeting or writing a clear proposal.
You don't struggle because your English is "bad"; you freeze because nobody ever taught you the workplace English techniques and structures.
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"Isn't this just for executives and directors?" |
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Not at all. Whether it's your first week on the job or you're running the department, knowing how to communicate clearly at work matters for everyone. |
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So here is what I'd love you to do this week:
Think honestly about where you want your career to go, and picture everything that comes with it: the interviews, the meetings, the client calls. Ask yourself whether your English would carry you through those moments as comfortably as it carries you through a chat over coffee.
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If the answer is "not quite yet", please don't worry. It simply means there is a clear, learnable next step in front of you and it is one I would love to help you take. |
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More soon! Next time, I'll show you what professional English looks like in action. |
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Warmly,
Lucy Bella Simkins
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P.S. Want to practise speaking English without pressure and get instant feedback? Try Langua, the world's most advanced AI for language learning. Save 20% on the Unlimited Annual Plan with the code ENGLISH20. |
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