Spoken English for corporate jobs (Fluency & Etiquettes)

Fluency & Etiquettes

• Fluency is a habit : The skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking are nothing more than habits formed over time. The problem is that most learners develop habits that stop them from becoming strong communicators. One such habit is listening to unnatural-sounding dialogues on English language learning TV and radio programs. Another is studying lists of vocabulary words.
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•  Learn like natives : Most students learn English though their native language. This is why they often have to translate in their heads before speaking. To understand native English speakers and speak automatically, start by consuming native English content that’s appropriate for your ability level.
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• Culture is essential : A language is more than nouns, verbs and adjectives. If you do not also understand a community’s myths, pop culture references, stories and jokes, you will miss much of what’s being said.
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• Study words together : English phrases –  – are the real units of fluency. When you learn phrases, you discover how ideas connect and the sounds of words blend together. This trains you to understand the fast speech of native speakers, and helps you to improve your pronunciation. Groups of words also form stories that are easier for you to visualize and remember.
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•  Use videos : Videos give you the total picture of a language’s words, sounds and actions. They also significantly increase your ability to remember what you study.
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• Limit scope : Millions of English learners know lots of words and expressions but can’t use them competently in conversations. This is often a consequence of studying too much and mastering too little. Fluency is measured by what you can use, not what you know.
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•  Connect : Fluency is cultivated in the real world, so connect with native speakers and start practicing. To find them – and they’re everywhere – forget about the English and look for online forums, groups and communities of native English speakers who share your interests. Focus on the activities you enjoy and you will create lasting friendships with native speakers naturally.
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•  Keep building : Persistence is the one trait shared by all students who get fluent. Keep moving towards your goals – even if you only have 5 minutes a day – and you will surely find success!

 

Business Etiquette

 

• Politeness in an office environment is part of efficient communication, especially when one deals with customers or clients. It not only makes a good general impression but also helps employees not to get carried away when dealing with difficult situations or unreasonable requests from clients. While it is true that in most offices colleagues are on first name terms, this does not mean that the same level of formality is required in all circumstances.
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• It is important to maintain good everyday relationships with colleagues and superiors, too. It is important to remember that a higher level of politeness is required on first meetings and with clients or visitors to the company. It is the way they carry themselves in the society. Here comes the importance of manners and etiquette.
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• It is essential for an individual to behave in a responsible manner acceptable to the society. People around us must not feel embarrassed by our behaviour. One should not behave irrationally or illogically in public.
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• Etiquette in simpler words is defined as good behaviour which distinguishes human beings from animals. Human Being is a social animal and it is really important for him to behave in an appropriate way. Etiquette refers to behaving in a socially responsible way.
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Need for Etiquette

 

• ·        Etiquette makes you a cultured individual who leaves his mark wherever he goes.
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• ·        It teaches you the way to talk, walk and most importantly behave in the society.
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• ·        Etiquette is essential for an everlasting first impression. The way you interact with your superiors, parents, fellow workers, friends speak a lot about your personality and up- bringing.
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• ·        Etiquettes enables the individuals to earn respect and appreciation in the society. No one would feel like talking to a person who does not know how to speak or behave in the society.
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• ·        Etiquette inculcates a feeling of trust and loyalty in the individuals. One becomes more responsible and mature. Etiquette helps individuals to value relationships.