One way to get good at something is to watch others do it. This applies to building your communication skills as well. And there is no better place to learn from people who speak for a living (= make money by speaking) than YouTube. YouTube videos are accessible and easy…

Can ChatGPT teach you English? Yes, kind of, but not really. Here is the thing. While you can use ChatGPT to generate English activity suggestions, practice conversations, improve grammar, and learn the meaning of new words, it should be used with caution (= carefully). ChatGPT still makes mistakes and produces…

Even with the rise of chat communication, email is not going anywhere anytime soon. In fact, emailing is the dominant form of communication in traditional corporate workplaces, and sometimes at modern tech startups too. This article will explore the way different generations approach email writing and how you can use…

Have you heard of microlearning yet? Microlearning is a way of learning in short bursts (= periods of time) with a focus on a specific learning outcome. Microlearning is currently one of the prevailing (= popular and widespread) trends in e-learning and blended learning because: It requires a very short…

The way you communicate at work can differ dramatically (= very much) depending on the size and culture of your company. More specifically, there is one key difference in professional communication at startups as compared to big companies. …

Did you know that having the right English teacher by your side to guide you can make or break (= ensure the success or failure of) your progress? Whether you’re looking for an online tutor, an offline English teacher, a language mentor, or a speaking partner, you need to make…

Learning how to communicate effectively via email requires some trial and error (= trying different methods and learning through experience) and practice. However, one thing that can fast-track your email writing abilities is knowing popular business email phrases. If you pay close attention to the way native speakers communicate via…

Our English For IT students ask us all the time — How do I learn and memorize new vocabulary better and faster? What is the best way to learn vocabulary? Our answer is always the following: The problem is not that you “don’t know enough words” but that you are…

When it comes to networking, introverts are believed to be at a disadvantage. After all, introverted people have a hard time striking up (= starting) a spontaneous conversation with strangers (= people you don’t know). Introverts also hate making small talk and socializing in large groups. So, how are you…