Work situations
Practise by situation, not by grammar topic.
Situation groups collect the moments of one kind of work conversation. Each moment is a short practice pack.
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Meetings and discussions
You understand what people say. The hard part is joining a fast-moving discussion, disagreeing without sounding blunt and summing up decisions before the call ends.
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Stand-ups and deadlines
In a daily stand-up you have 45 seconds. The team is waiting, and you need to state what is done, what is blocked and who needs to act—clearly and without a long story.
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Presentations and visual demos
Great presentation slides are not enough if the delivery is hesitant. Learn how to guide your audience through complex data, signpost key transitions, and handle tough questions with composure.
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Disagreements and boundaries
Saying "I disagree" or "You are wrong" sounds aggressive in English. Saying nothing creates silent resentment. Master the diplomatic vocabulary that lets you push back with clarity and respect.
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Feedback and 1-on-1s
Receiving critical feedback can make anyone defensive. In English, defensiveness sounds ten times worse. Learn the phrases that demonstrate senior maturity, active listening, and calm problem solving.
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Client calls and negotiations
Clients do not remember that a problem occurred; they remember how you communicated when it did. Learn the vocabulary that de-escalates tension, restores trust, and protects project health.
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Job interviews and salary talks
You have the technical skills. Don’t let English be the reason you are offered a lower salary or passed over for an international role. Learn to present your achievements using clear, structured impact stories.
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Business writing and status emails
Long paragraphs of text get skimmed or ignored. Write concise, polite business emails and Slack messages that get busy executives to respond and take action quickly.
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Specialized and industry tracks
Looking for role-focused scenarios? Check the dedicated tracks for software engineers, product managers, and sales in the Industries section.