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English Conversations at Work: Small Talk Made Easier, How to Have Casual Conversations with Coworkers and Actually Love It: 100 Small Talk Examples.
Course Description
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for everyone:
- Whose English level is Pre-Intermediate or higher
- Who speaks English with coworkers
- Who struggles with casual conversations at work
- Who is introverted and finds communication exhausting
- Who wants to feel confident when speaking English in relaxed professional settings
- Who wants to build positive connections with coworkers (AI won’t do it for you :))
- Who wants to develop their emotional intelligence and charisma
How will you benefit from this course?
After completing this course, you will have the right skills:
- To start a casual conversation on each day of the week
- To respond to the most common questions your coworkers often ask
- To keep conversations flowing naturally
- To make the other person feel heard
- To avoid awkward situations in casual communication
- To transition smoothly from small talk to business topics
What exactly will you learn?
This course has a highly practical approach. In just 5 short lessons, we will break down:
- Real life examples of casual workplace conversations;
- Common questions to start a chit-chat conversation;
- Common expressions to speak like a native;
- Cliched emotional reactions that natives use on autopilot;
- Transitional words and phrases to jump to a business topic;
- Common small talk mistakes to avoid at scheduled meetings;
- The most common topics: your weekend, start of the week, progress with projects or tasks, leisure plans, and more.
Note: This course is just a preview of a more comprehensive course on mastering small talk at work, which is currently in development. I’m excited to use your feedback to create even better content and make the full course as valuable as possible for you.
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Hi there! I’m Lina Milchevska, and I’m thrilled to be your guide in this course. As an English for Tech Communication Coach, my goal is to help you feel confident and successful in English-speaking work environments.
Here’s a bit about my journey:
- I have over 10 years of combined experience in project management and languages, working with top tech companies in the US, the UK, and the EU.
- I’ve had the opportunity to interpret and translate for well-known publications like The Times and The Guardian.
- I hold a Master’s degree in Interpreting and Translation in English and French, and I’ve earned certifications in IELTS, Project Management Professional (PMP), and Certified Scrum Master (CSM).
- I’m fluent in English, French, Ukrainian, and Russian.
From working with diverse teams to managing high-stakes projects, I’ve experienced firsthand what it takes to communicate effectively in international settings. I’m passionate about sharing my knowledge and helping you navigate small talk and professional interactions with ease.
I can’t wait to dive into this course with you and help you master small talk at work. Let’s get started!
Who this course is for:
- Professionals who speak English as a second language at work and want to master essential small talk and networking skills.
- English non-native speakers who want to get better at casual conversation with their colleagues.
- English speaking professionals who seek a practical guide to mastering workplace small talk with real life examples and common phrases.
