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So many of us have to go from one language to another at work, both quickly and professionally. But guess what often happens when you switch before you are ‘warmed up’ ? You take the ‘residue’ from one language into another. 😅
This affects your pronunciation, word order, vocabulary, and confidence. And not in a good way. 😵
As a coach, I’m committed to your clarity and joy when it comes to communication.
Here are 3 tips to help you prepare for your next meeting in English:
1. Check your calendar – when is your next English meeting? And does it follow a Dutch one? If you have not spoken or used English before your meeting, take 5-10 minutes before that meeting starts to read an English text out loud (preferably material that is connected to your meeting) to activate your pronunciation .You don’t want to get ‘warmed up’ while you are speaking in the boardroom! Block 10 minutes in your calendar before every English meeting. Make this a habit, and you can thank yourself later!
2. Take a moment to activate your writing, too – without AI. Your gorgeous brain is enough! Write down 3 concrete goals you have for the meeting and read them out loud. Try to add phrases that will help you express yourself clearly and professionally. Often people forget connecting words like ‘I’d now like to refer to’, ‘Let’s have a look at’, or ‘This brings me to the next point…’.
3. Your meeting starts the second you walk into the room. People will feel your energy before you speak. Walk in with your head held high, breathe slowly (and make sure you exhale fully!), and never forget that expressing yourself with confidence is a life skill, not just a business skill.
Would you like more tips and tricks to communicate with confidence? Not just at work…but in LIFE? (Because confidence starts from within.)
Join me for an unforgettable day full of actionable strategies, insights….and a few surprises to keep your English fresh and fabulous!
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Love,
Buffi
