Improve your Business English – Text for reading and comprehension
In today’s world, Business English is a key player in globalisation and international trade. Employees nowadays are faced with tasks such as telephoning, writing e-mails, attending meetings, giving presentations, attending trade fairs and social networking in English. Many companies even offer English training as an added benefit.
So how can you improve your Business English? In addition to attending a good training course, you can also broaden your skills on your own.
Firstly, you need to identify your strengths and weaknesses. According to this analysis, you can then specify your goals and how to achieve them. If your reading needs improving, you should make it a priority to read more business articles online or subscribe to business magazines. If you find it hard to understand native speakers, you can improve your listening and understanding by watching videos, practicing with native speakers, listening to business podcasts and learning business terms and idioms. Throughout this process, make sure you actively use what you have learned to ensure retention.
Lastly, always look for feedback and never stop learning new things.