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“English is a passport for education” – British Council.

In today’s global market, knowing English is an important skill for professionals in all industries. Whether you want to grow in your career, improve your communication, or feel more confident in the business world, learning English is very helpful. However, finding time for English classes with a busy work schedule can be difficult. Two popular choices for working professionals are Saturday English classes and evening English classes. I teach both at SpeakUp London, and I will explain the benefits and difficulties of each option. The best choice depends on your personal situation and how you prefer to learn.

English has become the language of international business. In the first blog article, I spoke about some of the principles of written and spoken communication in the UK. I talked about how to write an email, what to consider when writing an email and why you often need to avoid being too direct when speaking and writing, with examples of how I navigate professional conversations.

English has become the language of international business, whether we like it or not! A lot of business communication in the 21st century takes place in English between two professionals who are both using it as a second language.

The differences between these two major varieties of English are small. The main difference between British English and American English is in vocabulary. Other differences include pronunciation and, to a lesser extent, grammar. 

Introduction

Voted Best city in the world for 7 consecutive years, London is a destination that attracts visitors from all around the world, whether for tourism or for a Cultural Exchange.

“English is now the lingua franca. That’s how it is. You have to speak English if you want to act and move in globalisation”. said Edouard Phillippe 2018, who was the then former French Prime Minister.