by Heather Chetwynd | Jul 11, 2025 | Business Communications
If you’ve ever been puzzled by phrases like “turn up,” “give in,” or “run out,” you’re not alone. These aren’t just random combinations of words – they’re phrasal verbs, and they carry meanings you...
by Heather Chetwynd | Jul 11, 2025 | Business Communications
Whether you’re a senior leader, a multilingual professional, or someone navigating the complexity of cross-cultural teams, the language you choose carries more weight than you might think. And often, it’s not the big, impressive words that matter most – it’s the small...
by Heather Chetwynd | Apr 30, 2025 | Business Communications
You speak English every day. You lead meetings, deliver updates, contribute to your team, and handle complex responsibilities. You’re fluent. And yet you may have received feedback that your communication is sometimes unclear, hard to follow, or lacking impact. This...
by Heather Chetwynd | Apr 11, 2025 | Business Communications
In today’s global business landscape, refining how we assert our voice is crucial. For high-level non-native English speakers, the challenge isn’t just about mastering vocabulary or grammar—it’s about being heard, understood, and respected. Women, in...
by Heather Chetwynd | Jan 13, 2025 | Business Communications
When a non-native English speaker lives and works in an English-speaking environment, even apparent fluency can mask significant challenges. Recognizing these nuances is crucial for HR professionals and workplace leaders to foster an inclusive and supportive...
by Heather Chetwynd | Apr 24, 2024 | Business Communications
This is the last of my series on common idioms that are useful to know and use at work. There are 7 videos in total. We have covered idioms involving animals, food, movement, violence, weather, sports, and now travel. Today I have 4 travel idioms to share with you:...
