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Email like a Pro in English!

Posted by Tanya Peterson on 27th Jul 2025

Ever stared at a blank screen, unsure how to start a business email? You're not alone! Writing professional emails can be tricky when English isn't your first language. Whether you're making…

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Thanksgiving Idioms & Expressions

Posted by Amy Gillett on 27th Nov 2019

In this mini e-book, you'll learn 14 new idioms & expressions as you join the Johnson family (from Speak English Like an American) for their Thanksgiving celebration!…

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Business English Mini-Lesson: Whistleblowers

Posted by Sam Brooks on 30th Sep 2019

Here's a lesson to help you improve your Business English. It is on the timely topic of knowing when to be a whistleblower and covers many useful vocabulary words and phrases. The vocabulary is in bol…

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Proverbs in Business English

Posted by Tanya Peterson on 27th Sep 2019

A proverb is a short saying that expresses a general truth or a piece of advice. Proverbs may appear simple when you hear them/ You may think "oh that's common sense!" But they can be very effect…

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Business English Lesson: Get the Boss to Shape Up

Posted by Tanya Peterson on 11th Apr 2019

In this entertaining Business English lesson, you'll learn some very useful Business English idioms and expressions. It's Lesson 1 from our book Speak Better Business English. Watch th…

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How to Talk about Money & Finances

Posted by Tanya Peterson on 12th Mar 2019

Americans love to talk business! Money and finance terms can be very colorful in English. Here's an expression that traveled across the Atlantic Ocean from the UK - penny wise, pound foolish (the penn…

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Five Heart Idioms You're Going to Love for Valentine's Day

Posted by Tanya Peterson on 12th Feb 2019

There are many idioms that include the word 'heart' and we're celebrating Valentine's Day by showcasing five of them here. We hope you have a Happy Valentine's Day that fills your heart with joy! Plea…

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