Business English lesson - Words to talk about office politics

source: Learn English with Let's Talk     2016年5月27日
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Name dropping - it means to use important names to influence colleagues and clients in order to get your work done.
Example: Paul has the habit of name dropping and it is so annoying.

To curry favour – to try to get into the good books of people like trying to impress your boss by getting coffee for him/her often.
Example: I have seen Sam currying favour all the time.

Badmouthing – to criticize or back bite someone
Example: It’s a bad habit to badmouth about someone.

Idea snatching – to pass off another’s idea as your own
Example: Idea snatching has become a very popular malpractice these days.

Lobbying - to seek support or influence (people who try to gain support for their own benefit for their idea to be successful)
Example: I have always found Peter lobbying in order to make his ideas successful.

Overstepping - going beyond one’s scope (interrupting or trying to boss your own manager)
Example: Overstepping will not always help someone to climb up the ladder.

Groupism – supporting people because they are part of a group (the group does not allow outsiders to enter)
Example: There is a lot of groupism in this office and it needs to stop for everyone’s benefit

Playing favourites – to like or dislike certain people for personal reasons
Example: The manager has been playing favourites for a long time and that is the reason the deserving candidates are not getting promoted.

Being pushy - being aggressive to get your work done
Example: A pushy boss will never be a favourite with his employees.

As far as possible one needs to stay away from practicing such bad work ethics.

Talking about hobbies and Interest ( Asking questions & replying)

source: Learn English with Let's Talk     2016年5月24日
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Questions to ask someone about their hobbies and interest.
• What do you like doing?
• What sort of hobbies do you have?
• What do you do in your free time?

Basic replies to questions about hobbies and interest.
I like /love + noun/gerund ( ing form)
• I love football.
• I like watching football.
• I love photography.
• I like playing tennis.

I spend a lot a lot of time + gerund
• I spend a lot of time clicking pictures.
• I spend a lot of time watching TV
• I spend a lot of time surfing the internet.

I am really into + noun / gerund ( ing form)
• I am really into swimming. ( the word really emphasizes that you like doing something)
• I am quiet into singing.

I am keen on + noun / gerund ( ing form)
• I am keen on skating
• I am keen on knitting
• I am keen on reading books

I enjoy + gerund
• I enjoy playing football.
• I enjoy cooking.
• I enjoy travelling to new locations.

Replying in detail about hobbies and interest.
• Playing football keeps me fit.
• Going to watch a movie gets me out of the house
• According to me wild life photography is exciting
• Learning to cook new dishes is pretty interesting

Adjectives to talk about your hobbies and interest.
Creative – I like painting as I am very creative.
Outgoing – I am an outgoing person, so I like travelling a lot.
Active – I love playing football as it keeps me active.
Socializing – I love to socialize so I never miss any parties.

Learn 10 English Phrasal Verbs with PLAY

source: Espresso English     2016年6月6日
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How to Learn English with Songs - Learn English with Subtitles

source: Learn English Conversation     2016年6月7日
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VV 18 English Vocabulary for Business ESL - Marketing: Branding 1

source: Business English Pod    2010年3月28日
This is the first in a two-part Video Vocab lesson on Business English vocabulary for marketing and branding.
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Financial English Vocabulary VV 40 - Stocks and Shares (Lesson 2) | Business English Vocabulary

source: Business English Pod    2014年7月24日
In this http://VideoVocab.TV business english lesson, we’ll learn how stocks trade at a certain level, how they close at the end of the day, and how investors bid on shares. This may involve strategies such as short selling and flash trading. We will also cover ideas such as bear markets and bull markets and find out what a blue chip stock is.

English in a Minute: Barking Up the Wrong Tree

source: VOA Learning English     2014年11月12日
Have you heard someone use this phrase in a discussion? The video will tell you all about "barking up the wrong tree."
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Learn English By Listening - Crazy English 365 Sentences | Unit 6

source: Daily English Conversation      2016年2月14日
Learn English By Listening - Crazy English 365 Sentences Day 6.
103. I mean what I say.
104. I owe you one.
105. I really regret it.
106. I suppose so.
107. I thought so, too.
108. I understand completely.
109. I want to report a theft.
110. I want to reserve a room.
111. I was just about to call you.
112. I was moved.= I was touched.
113. I wasn’t aware of that.
114. I wasn’t born yesterday.
115. I wish I could.
116. I wouldn’t worry a bout it, if I we’re you.
117. I’d like a refund.
118. I’d like to deposit some money.
119. I’d like to make a reservation.
120. I’ll be right with you.
121. I’ll check it.
122. I’ll do my best.
123. I’ll get it.
124. I’ll give you a hand.
125. I’ll have to see about that.
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Making an Appointment in English

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0:00 Welcome to twominuteenglish.com. Teaching you English in two minutes or less.
0:06 In this lesson, we are going to learn what to say when you need to make an appointment.
0:15 Good morning Jane. This is Sam from Morgan International.
0:21 Good morning. What can I do for you?
0:23 I want to meet you about the requirement of a air-conditioning in your office.
0:29 Oh yes! We want a new air-conditioning plant.
0:32 Did my assistant Sarah tell you about it?
0:35 Yes, she called us. Can I meet you this Friday morning?
0:41 I am afraid, I am tied up in the morning, but any time after lunch is fine.
0:46 Good. How about 2.30?
0:50 2.30 sounds fine. You can visit my office.
0:54 Thank you. I will be there. See you on Friday, 2.30.
0:59 Sure Sam! Bye!
1:05 Hello, this is Jane from Apex Tech.
1:08 Hello Jane. How are you?
1:10 I’m fine. I am calling about our Friday appointment.
1:10 I’m fine. I am calling about our Friday appointment.
1:10 I’m fine. I am calling about our Friday appointment.
1:13 I am sorry but I have to cancel the meeting as something urgent has come up.
1:18 Okay. When is it convenient to meet you then?
1:21 Well, I am free Monday morning. Will that be ok?
1:25 That’s fine.
1:26 Great! Then we can meet on Monday at 10.30. Sorry for the change!
1:31 No problem. I can understand.
1:39 Professor, I need to talk to you about my project. I need some help with it.
1:44 Well, you can visit me after college today in my office.
1:49 Would you be in after 5 PM?
1:52 Well, not after 5. You can see me around 4 PM if you want.
1:59 Actually I have to go somewhere and I will be back only in the evening.
2:03 What about tomorrow morning at 10?
2:06 Hmm... 10 tomorrow morning is fine. You can come to my office.
2:12 Thank you professor. I will see you at 10.
2:14 Sure.
2:19 What can I do for you?
2:23 When is it convenient to meet you then?
2:29 You can visit me after college today in my office.
2:38 I want to meet you about the requirement of a air-conditioning in your office.
2:51 Professor, I need to talk to you about my project. I need some help with it.