Introduction to Business English
A 12-part course with Rich Walton English
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Rich is a British professional Business English and General English Trainer based in Italy for the past 22 years. The tutorials are based on 35 years of combined business and teaching experience in England, USA and Italy. In addition to teaching... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 33 min
- Lessons 12
- Exercises 36
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54 CQ
12 Lessons in This Course
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3 minFREEESL lesson 1Free2 CQ
What is business English, exactly? In this lesson, English teacher RIchard Walton discusses English as an official language and lingua franca.
with Rich Walton EnglishWhat is business English, exactly? In this lesson, English teacher RIchard Walton discusses English as an official language and lingua franca.
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10 minESL lesson 26 CQ
English pronunciation varies widely, and there are few clear rules students can rely on. Learn a two-step approach to memorize the pronunciation of any word!
with Rich Walton EnglishEnglish pronunciation varies widely, and there are few clear rules students can rely on. Learn a two-step approach to memorize the pronunciation of any word!
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17 minESL lesson 39 CQ
Discover key terms in business English that apply across industries. English teacher Richard Walton discusses business English key words and uses.
with Rich Walton EnglishDiscover key terms in business English that apply across industries. English teacher Richard Walton discusses business English key words and uses.
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4 minESL lesson 43 CQ
Understanding dates accurately is crucial to successful business communication. Richard Walton explains how to express dates in British vs. American English.
with Rich Walton EnglishUnderstanding dates accurately is crucial to successful business communication. Richard Walton explains how to express dates in British vs. American English.
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3 minESL lesson 52 CQ
Discussing dates is an everyday part of business communication in any language, English included. In this lesson, learn how to say the year in English.
with Rich Walton EnglishDiscussing dates is an everyday part of business communication in any language, English included. In this lesson, learn how to say the year in English.
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6 minESL lesson 64 CQ
Understanding job titles is a crucial part of interacting in business. Richard Walton explains the anatomy of a business card and how to describe roles.
with Rich Walton EnglishUnderstanding job titles is a crucial part of interacting in business. Richard Walton explains the anatomy of a business card and how to describe roles.
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13 minESL lesson 77 CQ
The pie chart is used everywhere in board rooms around the world. Richard Walton explains terms and language used to discuss pie charts and offer analysis.
with Rich Walton EnglishThe pie chart is used everywhere in board rooms around the world. Richard Walton explains terms and language used to discuss pie charts and offer analysis.
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10 minESL lesson 86 CQ
Making a presentation in a second language is a challenge, but tutor Rich Walton is here to help with tips for describing charts and graphs in English.
with Rich Walton EnglishMaking a presentation in a second language is a challenge, but tutor Rich Walton is here to help with tips for describing charts and graphs in English.
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6 minESL lesson 94 CQ
Non-native English speakers, find out how to prepare for business meetings with a six-point strategy that builds your confidence as well as your vocabulary.
with Rich Walton EnglishNon-native English speakers, find out how to prepare for business meetings with a six-point strategy that builds your confidence as well as your vocabulary.
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3 minESL lesson 102 CQ
Learn how to overcome these communication barriers and face them without frustration or discouragement in this lesson from English teacher Rich Walton.
with Rich Walton EnglishLearn how to overcome these communication barriers and face them without frustration or discouragement in this lesson from English teacher Rich Walton.
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4 minESL lesson 113 CQ
Some mistakes prevent understanding, others can go uncorrected for years! Understand different types of mistakes and how to eliminate errors as you improve.
with Rich Walton EnglishSome mistakes prevent understanding, others can go uncorrected for years! Understand different types of mistakes and how to eliminate errors as you improve.
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10 minESL lesson 126 CQ
Carpe diem! Add some panache to your English vocabulary by incorporating Latin words and phrases that are still widely used in business English.
with Rich Walton EnglishCarpe diem! Add some panache to your English vocabulary by incorporating Latin words and phrases that are still widely used in business English.
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528 min5-part ESL course16 CQ
In this course for beginning ESL students, learn basic skills to help you communicate in English. Richard Walton's five-point survival guide sharpens listening skills and helps overcome blocks.
with Rich Walton EnglishIn this course for beginning ESL students, learn basic skills to help you communicate in English. Richard Walton's five-point survival guide sharpens listening skills and helps overcome blocks.
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426 min4-part ESL course15 CQ
Phrasal verbs are very common in everyday English, and pose challenges to those learning English as a second language. This course introduces the most common phrasal verbs and puts them in context.
with Rich Walton EnglishPhrasal verbs are very common in everyday English, and pose challenges to those learning English as a second language. This course introduces the most common phrasal verbs and puts them in context.
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10 minESL lesson6 CQ
Tutor Rich Walton explains how to express currency figures, fractions, and decimals. He also discusses differences between British English and American English.
with Rich Walton EnglishTutor Rich Walton explains how to express currency figures, fractions, and decimals. He also discusses differences between British English and American English.
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4 minFREEESL lessonFree3 CQ
Business English tutor Rich Walton explains how to express years in English, whether you’re discussing history, business data, or your own birthday!
with Rich Walton EnglishBusiness English tutor Rich Walton explains how to express years in English, whether you’re discussing history, business data, or your own birthday!
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2 minESL lesson2 CQ
Even advanced English as a Second Language students, occasional communication barriers are inevitable. The solution? Develop a strategy for this situation!
with Rich Walton EnglishEven advanced English as a Second Language students, occasional communication barriers are inevitable. The solution? Develop a strategy for this situation!
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12126 min12-part ESL course68 CQ
Strong spellers are not born that way—it takes patience! In this Rules of English spelling course, How to Spell explains the logic behind confusing spelling conventions.
with How to SpellStrong spellers are not born that way—it takes patience! In this Rules of English spelling course, How to Spell explains the logic behind confusing spelling conventions.
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23153 min23-part ESL course88 CQ
Are you looking for a way to learn or review basic English grammar? In this course, Your English Web introduces the structure of English, from forming the present tense to using correct word order.
with Your English WebAre you looking for a way to learn or review basic English grammar? In this course, Your English Web introduces the structure of English, from forming the present tense to using correct word order.
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1293 min12-part ESL course54 CQ
English is the lingua franca of the business world, but misunderstandings are common. This course covers basic guidelines of business English, and offers tips for dealing with communication barriers.
with Rich Walton EnglishEnglish is the lingua franca of the business world, but misunderstandings are common. This course covers basic guidelines of business English, and offers tips for dealing with communication barriers.
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30180 min30-part ESL course103 CQ
Are you proficient in English but finding certain expressions and grammar difficult to master? Using simple everyday examples, this course explains topics that ESL students often find tricky.
with Your English WebAre you proficient in English but finding certain expressions and grammar difficult to master? Using simple everyday examples, this course explains topics that ESL students often find tricky.
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1098 min10-part ESL course56 CQ
This ESL course from experienced English teacher Kat addresses some of the most common errors made by people learning English, even advanced students. Learn to speak English like a native speaker!
with KatThis ESL course from experienced English teacher Kat addresses some of the most common errors made by people learning English, even advanced students. Learn to speak English like a native speaker!
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12132 min12-part Grammar course73 CQ
Clear writing matters because ideas matter! In this comprehensive writing course, learn about brevity, style, grammar, tone, and structure, and use a rubric to evaluate your own writing.
with Stuart Mill EnglishClear writing matters because ideas matter! In this comprehensive writing course, learn about brevity, style, grammar, tone, and structure, and use a rubric to evaluate your own writing.
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23153 min23-part ESL course88 CQ
Are you looking for a way to learn or review basic English grammar? In this course, Your English Web introduces the structure of English, from forming the present tense to using correct word order.
with Your English WebAre you looking for a way to learn or review basic English grammar? In this course, Your English Web introduces the structure of English, from forming the present tense to using correct word order.
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414 min4-part Grammar course9 CQ
Understand the sentence-level grammar we use to write and speak every day, focusing on punctuation, sentence structure, and parts of speech. These concepts will build your skill as a writer or editor!
with Ben DavisUnderstand the sentence-level grammar we use to write and speak every day, focusing on punctuation, sentence structure, and parts of speech. These concepts will build your skill as a writer or editor!
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1293 min12-part ESL course54 CQ
English is the lingua franca of the business world, but misunderstandings are common. This course covers basic guidelines of business English, and offers tips for dealing with communication barriers.
with Rich Walton EnglishEnglish is the lingua franca of the business world, but misunderstandings are common. This course covers basic guidelines of business English, and offers tips for dealing with communication barriers.
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10118 min10-part ESL course61 CQ
Punctuation adds clarity, complexity, and rhythm to writing. We also depend on it to create meaning, and to make writing easier to read. In this course from How to Spell, make punctuation your friend!
with How to SpellPunctuation adds clarity, complexity, and rhythm to writing. We also depend on it to create meaning, and to make writing easier to read. In this course from How to Spell, make punctuation your friend!