Better Business English: explain something is obligatory with “had better” Sentences with “had better” imply strong recommendations.  Use this structure when you want to sound forceful, or when something is almost mandatory. Examples “You had better finalise the project on time if you want to keep your job.” (Late finishing could lead to job loss.)…

Many listeners get lost when presentations are long, so it’s better to split your information into smaller, well-organised pieces. Imagine a guided tour that walks them through your ideas. To start with, decide on what you want your audience to remember. Those will become your main points. Then, plan how you will structure your speech:…

English is not difficult to learn if you try several approaches at the same time. In fact, different people learn in different ways so try several methods before you choose what suits you: watching TV shows; doing exercises in internet; speaking to foreign friends; playing online games; writing on social sites. Though not entirely chaotic,…

One way to make your English more professional (and clearer!) is to check whether you are using “for” and “of” too much. Scan your text for these prepositions and see if they can be replaced by more economical constructions. Examples This is a simple way to improve your writing, so apply it whenever you can!…

Watching the news is a great way to improve your listening. ✅ Clear accents: News anchors often have excellent diction, making it easier to understand spoken English. ✅ Easier to follow: We generally know the background on stories so can imagine what we don’t understand. ✅ Short & sweet: Most news are short, which allows…

We can suggest things with “should” (as in “You should paint your house green”) but what to do if we want to be stronger? “Ought to” is for obligations that are morally desirable or offer objective reasons. “Ought to” for moral obligations It transmits a moral duty, as when you refer to something that’s right…

Want to learn a language without wasting your investment? Here are five tips to maximize your language learning: ✅ Forget miracle systems: There are no shortcuts. Real progress comes from consistent study and practice. ✅ Be punctual to class: Ten minutes late could mean one hour less every month. ✅ Teachers are essential: Avoid online…

Writing “The product was sold by Peter” is longer and less direct than “Peter sold the product”.  In other words, the active voice is shorter and gets straight to the point. Therefore, use it as much as you can when you write. 🧿 Active Voice: “Peter sold the product”Apply the active voice most of the…

English is a language that changes very quickly. We often find neologisms (new words) and informal expressions (slang), which makes understanding difficult. What to do about neologisms What to do about slang Can teachers help? Unfortunately, teachers often can’t help with neologisms and slang, because they may not know the specific words you need. The…

You never know when the phone will ring; memorise these expressions to say someone is unavailable She’s not in today.         He’s not available now.                                          They’re at a meeting. His line’s engaged.     Read Andrew’s books on how to improve your business English here: www.andymiles.com