How English Became the World’s Number One Language
18 October 2018
Britain’s colonial history may have its flaws, but it has also resulted in an interconnected world where one language connects many countries and continents.
Embracing English, the Language of Global Business
09 May 2018
Picture the scene – your successful business is flourishing in the UK, and it is gaining market share in a range of different countries overseas. To manage this growth, you have set up some small international offices using your current team, and you are recruiting English-speaking staff in each location so that everyone in your organisation can communicate effectively. All in all, things are looking good for your business.
The Seven Cs of Good Professional Writing
18 April 2018
What are the driving principles behind good professional writing? Dive into this week’s article brought to you by our guest writer Anita, and learn how to effectively communicate in business English and minimise the white noise in the communication channel.
Book Recommendation For English Punctuation: Eats Shoots & Leaves
09 March 2018
It is always better to light a candle than to curse the darkness. This week we shift our focus towards punctuation in British English with the help of Eats, Shoots & Leaves – an all-time English Bestseller that focuses on […]
Subtleties of British Culture in the English Language
23 February 2018
In the previous two articles, we focused on the most important European languages for UK businesses. This week, we will delve even deeper into this topic by discussing the subtleties of the English language for business negotiations. Any business that […]
English, French and German: An Important Trio for UK Businesses
08 February 2018
Last year’s CBI/Pearson Education and Skills Survey 2017 revealed a number of interesting insights into the priorities of UK firms, and the skills required to ensure their continued economic success. Principle among these skills was language proficiency, with French (for […]