Talaera Talks - Business English Communication
Episodes
119. Clarity Across Cultures: How to Make Sure People Actually Understand You
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn global teams, most misunderstandings don’t come from English mistakes – they come from clarity. You can say something that feels ...
118. How Senior Leaders Speak: 5 Signals for Instant Authority
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEver wondered why senior leaders can say three sentences and suddenly everyone pays attention? It’s not vocabulary. It’s not charism...
117. Work Culture Europe vs. USA - Hilarious Takes From Comedian Dan Pulzello
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat happens when a New Yorker, a Spaniard, and an Australian walk into a meeting? You get culture clash, and some great comedy material...
116. How to Regain Control When Your Mind Goes Blank
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text"I freeze in meetings." "My mind goes blank." "I know what I want to say, but the words don't come out rig...
115. How to Speak So People Listen - Tips from TEDx Coach Ruth Milligan
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat makes someone a powerful speaker? In this episode, executive speech coach and TEDx organizer Ruth Milligan joins Paola Pascual to b...
114. Leading Across Cultures: What Every Manager Should Know - With Jorge Vargas
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat’s really at play when we miscommunicate across cultures? In this episode, Jorge Vargas joins Paola Pascual to break down the visi...
113. 10 Behavioral Science Tips for Professional Growth - With Phill Agnew, host of Nudge Podcast
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Talera Talks, we interview Phill Agnew, a marketing expert and host of the Nudge podcast. We discuss the application ...
112. How to Speak Up for Yourself in Cross-Cultural Settings - With Grace Diaz
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Talaera Talks, we delve into the concept of self-advocacy, exploring its significance in professional settings and th...
111. Does Your Language Level Impact Career Growth? - With Oana Iordachescu
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Talaera Talks, we’re joined by Oana Iordachescu, a seasoned Talent and DEI Strategist, to tackle an important quest...
110. Two Languages, Two Personalities? What Science Says About Bilingual Brains
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textFind out how speaking different languages can influence personality traits and emotional experiences. Discover the fascinating science o...
109. Career Progression: Key Tips and Idioms for Success - With Michael from The Level Up English Podcast
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this episode of Talaera Talks, Paola is joined by Michael from The Level Up English Podcast to dive into practical tips for career su...
108. How to Master Business English Vocabulary - With George E.
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMeet one of Talaera's excellent Business English coaches and learn how you can improve your business English vocabulary for more ef...
107. How Copywriting Can Transform Your Career - With Gary Stringer
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn how copywriting can transform your career and discover lots of tips and strategies you can start using today to improve your copyw...
106. Navigate Cultural Differences in Business Communication - With Teacher Chanelle
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn about the importance of understanding cultural differences in business communication. Find out why cultural awareness is crucial i...
105. How Inclusive Communication Can Help Career Progression - With Ming Wu
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn how inclusive communication will help you progress in your career.Today's guest, Ming Wu, is a respected writer and advisor o...
104. Building Confidence in Business English Conversations - With Christina Smith
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textToday, we talk to Christina, one of our amazing instructors here at Talaera. Originally from the US and now based in Spain, Christina br...
103. Stakeholder Management: Setting Clear Expectations - With Amy Malin, ex-Google Sales and L&D Leader
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textManaging up, managing down, and managing across are key skills to succeed at work. Find out how to set clear expectations, resolve confl...
102. Top Skills for an International Business Career - With Slack L&D Expert
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJoin us for a fascinating conversation on the key skills you need to succeed in a global company with Helena Nacinovic, Senior Learning ...
101. Seven Tips to Use English Confidently at Work
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textGet 7 practical tips to feel more confident speaking English at work. After a summer break, we're stronger than ever. More tips, m...
100. Have More Productive Conversations at Work
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get tangled up in miscommunication, especially in the workplace. We've all been...
99. Convice your teams with the Rule of Three
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhether you're trying to convince your team to adopt new software, explaining a complex concept, or looking to make your business p...
98. Craft Compelling Email Subject Lines
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBoost your email open rates with effective subject lines.Speak up, be heard, get promoted. Imporve your communication skills with a Tala...
97. Writing for Impact: Tips for Concise Writing
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat if I told you that you can communicate your business ideas more effectively with fewer words? In this episode, you will learn how t...
96. Decoding Legal Jargon: Commonly Used Legal English Terms Explained
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textConfused by legal English terms in business? Listen to this episode as we decode commonly used legal English terms and provide real-worl...
95. Understanding the Business World in Denmark - With Kate Dahl
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text🎙️ We recently had the pleasure to talk to Kate Dahl about how to better understand the professional world in Denmark. (Cool fact: ...
94. Get Ahead in the Workplace with these 6 Work-Related Idioms
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhile the United States and Canada celebrate Labor Day in September, many countries around the world celebrate International Workers&apo...
93. How to Ask "How are you?" During a Crisis - With Alex Bair
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSmall talk can be a powerful tool for building connections, promoting resilience, and demonstrating empathy. But how can you do it eff...
92. How to Use Tone of Voice to Improve Your Leadership Skills
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat do Oprah Winfrey, Simon Sinek, and Jacinda Ardern have something in common? They are considered some of the most respected leaders ...
91. What To Do When You Can't Find the Right Word?
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhen English is not your first language, it is normal to get nervous and have the fear of not finding the right word. Getting stuck in t...
90. How to Run More Successful Meetings with Felix Zeltner
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWith different time zones, languages, cultures, and communication styles in play, it's easy for virtual meetings to lose their effe...
89. Hi, Hey, or Dear? Choose the Right Email Greeting
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text✉️ Learn how to choose the right email greetings for every situation.Read all the email greetings you'll need for work on the T...
88. Impactful Presentation Structure - Bottom-Up or Top-Down?
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhen you want to convince an audience, do you prefer to explain the context first, then provide arguments, and then end with your conclu...
87. Get Your Message Across - 4 Tips on Clear Speaking
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textOne of the biggest challenges we face when speaking in front of other people is to speak clearly. How can you make sure that you got you...
86. Schedule Meetings with these Phrasal Verbs
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPhrasal verbs can be confusing for non-native English speakers. Move up, call off, run over... What do they all mean? Listen to this sho...
85. Reduce Your Accent in English... Or Not!
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat do Arnold Schwarzenegger and accent reduction have in common? Spoiler: your goal should not be to get rid of your accent but to be ...
84. Build Rapport, Close More Deals
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textBuilding rapport is about developing mutual trust, friendship, and understanding with someone. This communication skill can be incredibl...
83. Follow-Up Emails - How to Get A Response
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIf you regularly communicate via email, you'll probably need to follow up often to get what you need. In this episode, we show you ...
82. How to Apologize Effectively
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDiscover how different cultures apologize and learn an effective framework to say sorry effectively and sincerely. Get the summary on th...
81. Overcome Cultural Barriers at Work: 3 Steps
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAre you aware of the cultural differences within your team? This episode will help you keep communication open and effective with your g...
80. Make Your Voice Heard! Speak Up with Confidence
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSpeak up with confidence in meetings with these 3 simple steps. Get the episode summary on this Talaera LinkedIn post.Speak up, be heard...
79. How to Ask for Help Professionally
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAsking for help at work can be very scary. And yet, the vast majority of people who do great work (and get awarded for it) ask for advic...
78. How to Stick to New Habits
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textMany of us set New Year’s resolutions yearly, but only 9% successfully keep those resolutions. In this episode, we discuss goal-settin...
77. Other Ways to Say Thank You - Talaera Bits
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSaying "thank you" more often at work can have a very powerful impact. But are there other ways of expressing appreciation? Ho...
76. Giving Effective Peer Feedback - Talaera Bits
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textPeer feedback, or the art of evaluating your colleague's performance, has vast potential for change and improvement, but only if do...
75. Top Strategies to Become a Better Communicator - Talaera Talks
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEffective communication is important in almost every aspect of life. To get that job, to enjoy more stimulating interpersonal relationsh...
74. Affect or Effect? How to Pick the Right One - Talaera Bits
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDo you ever get confused with affect and effect? Don't worry! In this short episode, we’ll help you keep them straight.Speak up, ...
73. Cultural Differences in the Workplace - Talaera Bits
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIf you work in a multicultural workplace, there may be situations where you think you understand something in one way and later realize ...
72. Self-Directed Learning - Talaera Talks with Lavinia Mehedintu
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIs self-directed learning for everybody? What can organizations do to nurture learning autonomy? What can you do to implement successful...
71. Spooky Halloween Idioms - Talaera Bits
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this terrifying Talaera Bit, we look at a few spooky idioms that you can use today for Halloween or any other day of the year.Speak u...
70. Agreeing And Disagreeing Effectively Across Cultures
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAgreeing and disagreeing are a fundamental part of collaboration. Learning how to do it effectively without offending anyone gets more d...
69. Useful Transition Words for Emails - Talaera Bits
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSimon brings us some excellent transition words for your professional emails. Avoid choppy messages and make sure your emails flow with ...
68. High-Context Culture, What Is It Like? - Talaera Talks
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textNot understanding the differences between high- and low-context cultures can lead to serious misunderstandings at work. Learn the differ...
67. Most Common Business Abbreviations - Talaera Bits
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn 15 of the most common abbreviations for business. Today's challenge - guess the abbreviation Paola is describing before she s...
66. Idioms to Describe our First In-Person Gathering - Talaera Talks Special
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text▶️ ✨ VIDEO AVAILABLE!We met in person for the very first time! Simon and Paola recorded this special episode with video. Check it ...
65. Effective Small Talk: Get Past "How Are You?" - Talaera Bits
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSmall talk is a fundamental part of human relationships. It's how we test the waters and check if we can trust the other person. It...
64. How to Increase Your Cultural Intelligence (CQ)
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat is cultural intelligence (CQ) and how can it help you work more effectively across cultures? Learn how to develop your cultural int...
63. Most Common American Idioms - Talaera Bits
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIdioms are a fascinating and colorful part of the English language. Learning idioms goes beyond learning vocabulary. It is about learnin...
62. What Americans Really Mean With "How Are You?" And Other Expressions - Talaera Bits
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textEffective communication goes beyond vocabulary and grammar. Oftentimes, the meaning of certain expressions will change based on the cont...
61. Success Idioms to Rock at Work - Talaera Bits
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn some great idioms to express that you are succeeding and that things are going well. 😎For more success idioms and practice acti...
60. How to Speak Up In Meetings - Talaera Talks
16 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWe discuss some effective strategies to speak up in meetings. Learn when to hold back and when to speak up in meetings with these phrase...
59. 5 Odd But Common American Idioms And Their Origins - Talaera Bits
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textIn this short episode, we discuss 5 very common idioms that are used in American English and their backstory. Knowing where the idiom co...
58. A Quick Guide to Asking Better Questions - Talaera Bits
02 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSteal these 14 tips and start asking better questions in cross-cultural workplaces. Read the full post with additional examples here: ht...
57. Change Management, Learning, and Communication - Talaera Talks with Erika Andersen
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textChange is learning. Learning is change. The ability to change and learn (and help others do so) is essential in today’s fast-changing ...
56. 3 Public Speaking Tips For Your Next Presentation - Talaera Bits
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textApply these 3 quick public speaking tips to greatly improve your next presentation! Check out the episode notes here: https://blog.talae...
55. What is the Best Way to Say Goodbye in English? - Talaera Bits
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat is the best way to say goodbye? If the conversation has gone too long, or you just need to leave, here are some great ways to end a...
54. 5 Idioms To Show You’re Great At Work! - Talaera Bits
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn these great 5 idioms to express that you're in control, that you're efficient, that you're working competently, and...
53. Your 3-Step Strategy to Achieve English Fluency - Talaera Talks
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearning how to speak fluent English is one of the main goals for most English learners. Fluency is the ability to speak smoothly and fr...
52. 3 Key Elements To Close A Meeting Effectively - Talaera Bits
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAs you may already know, strong openings are key to productive meetings. But so are closings! Knowing how to end a meeting will help you...
51. Are You a Challenger or a Disruptor? - Talaera Talks with Donna Loughlin
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDonna Loughlin is a PR agency founder and podcaster working with visionaries and future tech. She has helped numerous businesses navigat...
50. Food Idioms You'll Hear at Work - Talaera Bits
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a text🥒🍜🥑🍕 Learn these delicious food idioms that you'll hear at work. That's right, idioms and expressions that use a f...
49. Resolving Conflict in English - Talaera Talks
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDealing with conflict in the workplace is always tricky. Paola and Simon walk us through an effective framework that will help you commu...
48. Direct Communication - When Is It "Too Direct"? - Talaera Bits
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat do you prefer at work, direct or indirect communication? Share your thoughts on this LinkedIn post.Direct communication is apprecia...
47. How Appreciation Drives Business Results - Talaera Talks with Rick King
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textAppreciation in the workplace plays a major role in achieving business results, and that is something that Rick King understands very we...
46. How To Deal With Defensive Reactions - Talaera Talks with Dr. Rick Brandon
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textStraight Talk is a “workshop in a book” packed with tips and examples for those willing to develop influence skills for collaboratio...
45. How To Write Better Business Emails, Faster - Talaera Talks
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe House Technique is an easy framework that will help you write business emails much faster and more effectively. Learn what are the m...
44. Opening a Meeting Effectively - Talaera Bits
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSimon shows us what to say to start a meeting. Opening a meeting effectively helps you set the tone, introduce the main topic, set expec...
43. Powerful Business Storytelling - Talaera Talks with Laurie Gilbertson
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textStorytelling will help you sell to clients, persuade colleagues, engage employees, develop your brand narrative, gain a competitive adva...
42. Funny Idioms You'll Hear At Work - Talaera Bits
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn some funny idioms you'll hear at work with definitions and lots of examples: https://blog.talaera.com/funny-idiomsJoin a free...
41. Powerful Interview Tips From Former Recruiter - Talaera Talks with Leon Nussbaumer
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLeon Nussbaumer is a Talent Attraction Partner at the largest business and employment-oriented social media platform. He shares valuable...
40. Delegating: How To Do It Effectively - Talaera Bits
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textDelegation of power and responsibilities is as important in an organization as it is hard. Learn how to delegate in English with this si...
39. Does Your Accent Matter? Why You Should Focus On Cultural Awareness First - Talaera Talks with Heather Hansen
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textHeather Hansen is a global communication specialists trainer, TEDx speaker, founder, and author. In this insightful episode, we discuss ...
38. How To Be Fluent In English Without Leaving Your Country - Talaera Talks with Einat Avraham
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textFrom not understanding a word in high school to being perfectly fluent (and funny) in English. Einat Avraham, a Systems Specialist at Sa...
37. Instead Of Very, Use These 12 Strong Words - Talaera Bits
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textToday’s topic was inspired by the webinar we hosted last week on Effective Communication. One of the tips we shared to add power to yo...
36. Virtual Meetings - Overcome These 5 Challenges As A Non-Native Speaker - Talaera Talks
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textWhat are some of the challenges that non-native English speakers face in virtual meetings? Learn some helpful tools that will help you n...
35. Disagreeing Respectfully: 1 Word You Need To Stop Using - Talaera Bits
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn how you can disagree respectfully by avoiding this one word. Check out the episode notes and transcript: https://blog.talaera.com/...
34. Bring Across Your Main Idea - Talaera Bits
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn how to effectively bring across your main idea in any presentation or talk. Check out the podcast episode, notes, and transcript: ...
33. What 2021 Taught Us About English Language Learning - Talaera Talks
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textCan you believe it's been a year since we released Talaera Talks? Find out what thousands of non-native English professionals have ...
32. Customer vs Client - An Easy Way To Know The Key Differences - Talaera Bits
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textThe difference between customer and client can be a bit tricky, especially in the technology industry. Here's an easy explanation w...
31. Recognize Employees & Appreciate Hard Work - Talaera Bits
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textYou're probably coming to the end of your year and, if you are a manager, you may want to be able to recognize some of the people o...
30. How To Start A Presentation Effectively - Talaera Bits
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn an effective framework to start a presentation effectively at work. Read the notes and phrases: https://blog.talaera.com/start-pre...
29. Promoting Trust Will Increase Employee Engagement - Talaera Talks
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textListen to this interview with Lior Lavi, Software Development Manager at SAP. He has vast experience in management and employee engageme...
28. Building Accountability in the Workplace - Talaera Bits
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn how to hold employees accountable with these simple but effective communication tips. Read the summary here: https://blog.talaera....
27. Top Trends In Training And Development This Year According To L&D Expert - Talaera Talks
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSpecial guest: Neeraja Dorairaj, Learning Specialist at Thomson Reuters. We discuss the main trends shaping L&D, the most disruptive...
26. Working With Indian Teams? Practical Guide To Communication In India - Talaera Talks
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textJitin Chopra, Systems Specialist at Salesforce, is our special guest today. He is from India and has vast experience working in the tech...
25. Once In A Blue Moon... And Other Great Time Idioms - Talaera Bits
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn these common idioms about time with definitions and examples: https://blog.talaera.com/time-idiomsJoin a free webinar: https://bit...
24. Ask For Clarification Politely - Talaera Bits
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textYou know when you're talking with a colleague or a potential client and you don't understand what they just said? Saying "...
23. Business Etiquette and Communication in Germany - Talaera Talks
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textSpecial guest: our Senior Account Manager Kristina! She's from Germany and she shared some very useful tips you apply when communic...
22. How To Introduce Yourself Professionally In 3 Easy Steps - Talaera Bits
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn how to introduce yourself professionally in 3 easy steps. Grab all the tips and phrases on the blog: https://blog.talaera.com/intr...
21. Israeli Culture & Communication Tips - Talaera Talks
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn some interesting facts about Israeli culture and get some tips to communicate with them. Get all the tips: https://blog.talaera.co...
20. How To Interrupt In A Meeting - Talaera Bit
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send us a textLearn how to interrupt in a business meeting politely and effectively.Visit Talaera: http://talaera.com/Read our blog: http://blog.talae...