English Business Basics

by English with Vicky

A program of eight 50-minute one-to-one online business English lessons designed for busy professionals.

Highly practical role-play based lessons focussing on the essentials of business English, taught by a qualified native British English teacher.

Do you take part in meetings, but wish that you could express your ideas more clearly in English?

Do you find it difficult to understand English-speaking clients and coworkers who speak quickly?

Do you avoid making phone calls in English because of the chance of misunderstanding?

Do you want to make a great impression, but worry about cultural and communication differences?

If you can relate to this, you need Business English coaching from an experienced, qualified teacher who can provide lessons that are relevant to your needs.

✅ Imagine calling a client on the phone, being confident and knowing exactly what to say.

✅ Imagine giving a project update to your boss. Your explanation is clear and logical, and there are no misunderstandings.

✅ Imagine going for lunch with a client. Your client is impressed by your polite English, and your small talk helps them to feel comfortable.

✅ Imagine being able to smoothly lead a meeting in English. Your coworkers easily recognise your abilities and expertise.

What is ENGLISH BUSINESS BASICS ?

English Business Basics is a program of eight 50-minute business English lessons created for busy professionals who need English communication coaching which is useful, practical, and efficient.

In this course you will learn and master key business phrases to make the best impression on your coworkers and clients.

Lessons are centred around practical exercises and role-plays of real-world business situations. Apply what you have learned to your life and work.

Practice speaking on the phone, making requests, leading meetings, arranging appointments, making small talk and more.

Classes are 1-1, online. Take lessons at times that are convenient for you. You can start at any date.

⬇️ Interested? Continue reading for course details ⬇️

COURSE CONTENTS

Lesson 1: Introducing yourself and your organisation

Make conversation in business contexts such as at conferences, trade fairs and business trips.

Introduce yourself naturally
Talk about your organisation
Make small talk

Lesson 2: Making and rearranging appointments

Arrange appointments with clients and coworkers.

Deal with different time zones
Accept and decline appointments
Politely cancel and rearrange appointments

Lesson 3: Speaking on the phone

Make phone calls to customers and coworkers, and confidently exchange information.

Start and end a phone call naturally
Take and leave messages
Deal with communication problems

Lesson 4: Making offers, requests and asking permission

Make a great impression by using polite and professional business phrases.

Make your guests feel comfortable by offering to help
How to politely ask your coworkers to help you
Ask your boss for permission

Lesson 5: Giving your opinions in meetings

Share your thoughts and explain your ideas.

Give your opinion clearly
Invite others to share their opinions
Agree and disagree with others’ opinions

Lesson 6: Solving problems

Explain workplace issues clearly so that you and your team can fix them quickly and easily.

Explain problems clearly and logically
Work with your coworkers to think of solutions
Confirm advice that you are given / double check solutions

Lesson 7: Conducting online meetings

Lead an online meeting in English.

Manage time and agenda flow
Deal with technical issues
Deal with interruptions

Lesson 8: Writing professional emails

Write polite and professional emails which are sure to make a good impact/impression.

Learn common email phrases to make email writing quicker and easier.
How to change the tone to fit the situation
Structure an email naturally

COURSE DETAILS

Efficient: Eight 50-minute 1-1 online lessons. (Small group lessons are also possible, please ask for details).

Practical: Lessons focus on role-plays using natural, useful, professional business phrases.

Convenient: Lessons are online using Zoom so that you can learn at a time and place which suits you.

Flexible: You can begin this program at any date. The recommended schedule is 1 lesson per week, however this can be changed to fit your schedule.

Customisable: Each student is different. Lessons can be customised to suit your needs.

Suitable for Most Learners: For English learners from Pre-Intermediate level (TOEIC 500, B1 CEFR) and above.

Experienced Teaching: I am a CELTA-qualified native British English teacher with over 15 years’ business English teaching experience.

Affordable: ¥32,000 / £160 / €190 * for the total 8-lesson course. No registration or administrative fees. Pay-per-lesson option is available. Payment by PayPal, Payoneer or UK bank transfer.

*The above price is for 1-1 lessons. Prices differ for group lessons. Please contact me for details.

YOUR TEACHER

Hi, I’m Vicky. I’ve been teaching English as a foreign language in the UK and Japan for over 15 years. I am dedicated to helping professionals like you master the language skills to be successful in business.

I help students of many nationalities and professions, including students, businesspeople, doctors, lawyers, and military personnel. I have taught at organisations such as Berlitz and the British Red Cross.

I live in Cambridge, UK. I am a native British English speaker.

Ready to get started?

Are you ready to take the first step to speaking English with skill and confidence?

Please request a free 20-minute consultation with me. You can do this by clicking the button below. It will take you to my lesson booking website. Please select “Free 20-minute Consultation”.

In the consultation I will ask you about your English goals and studies. This is also a great time for you to ask me questions.

The consultation will be on Zoom, so you will need to have Zoom software installed.

When you request a consultation, you will receive a confirmation email. A Zoom link for the consultation will be on the email.

request a free 20-minute consultation from Vicky’s lesson booking website

Or email Vicky at: vicky@englishwithvicky.co.uk

Questions?

Please feel free to email me or go to my booking website to request a free 20-minute consultation over Zoom (you will need to install Zoom software). Even if you’re not a great fit for the program, I can give you some advice and point you in the right direction.

Free business English learning materials

Want to learn natural English phrases you can use in business situations? Check out some of my videos: