Express to Impress Podcast

In this episode, I welcome Clare Whitmell from the Smart English Coach Podcast back to the Express to Impress Podcast. We explore how cultural intelligence shapes job interviews with American companies. We delve into cultural maps by Erin Meyer, which unveil differences in communication styles, decision-making, and more across countries. Discover how to navigate these nuances and impress interviewers with your adaptability. Tune in to gain insights that could be the game-changer for your next interview. This is part one of our conversation. Tune in next time to hear the rest of our conversation! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast wherever you’re listening. Clare's website: smartenglishcoach.com Enroll in my Organized Speaking Program by August 31. Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Get my Job Interview Preparation Checklist. Listen to my episode, How to Be Confident in an Interview. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

Join me as I welcome special guest Clare Whitmell, an English teacher and coach with a passion for boosting language fluency and confidence. In this episode, Clare unravels the roles of fluency and grammar in language learning, sharing effective strategies to enhance your speaking skills. Discover how to strike the perfect balance between accuracy and fluency to become a confident communicator in any language. Whether you're a seasoned language learner or just starting your journey, this episode has something valuable for you! Tune in now and unlock the secrets to meaningful language practice and a mindset shift that leads to increased speaking confidence. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast wherever you’re listening. Clare's website: smartenglishcoach.com My Organized Speaking Program: express-to-impress.com/communication-skills-training/ Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Get my Job Interview Preparation Checklist.

In the second half of my interview with Communication Coach Mike Acker, he said something I see all the time with my clients. He said, “If you have your nonverbals misaligned with your verbals, you’re going to be overpowering your verbal content. I’ve seen that again and again. Where people say, “I’m excited to be here.” But they don’t sound excited. They don’t look excited.” Nonverbal communication often isn’t taught in English classrooms, just like pronunciation isn’t. But these are both important aspects of communicating in English effectively! I invite you to tune into my episode with Mike for three great nonverbal communication tips at https://www.express-to-impress.com/nonverbal-communication/. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast wherever you’re listening. Visit Mike’s website here. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Get my Job Interview Preparation Checklist.

🎧 I’m happy to share my conversation with the charismatic Mike Acker on the latest episode of the Express to Impress podcast! 🎉 🗣️ In this engaging episode, we delved deep into the world of confident communication, particularly in American business settings. Mike, a communication coach and author, shared his inspiring journey as a communication coach, author, and TEDx Speaker. We explored his unique background and experiences living in Mexico, where he overcame language barriers and adapted to a new culture. His story of resilience and embracing his identity is truly remarkable. We also had some fun exchanging embarrassing stories of our communication mistakes! 😅 🎶🎧So, grab your headphones, tune in, and join us on this journey to confident communication. You'll walk away with practical insights and feel empowered! 🚀 The second part of our conversation will be released in the next episode. Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast wherever you’re listening. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Get my Job Interview Preparation Checklist.

Want to use more common sayings while speaking in English? Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to learn 8 Common Phrasal Verbs and Idioms for everyday conversations. This episode follows the previous episodes, How to Improve Your Listening Skills With Movies With Cara Leopold and Listening Expert Shares How to Understand More of the English Language. If you haven't checked out those episodes yet, you won't want to miss them! When you use these common sayings in everyday conversations, you’ll connect better with native English speakers. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Learn how to use the Shadowing Technique. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

I invite you to tune in to hear the rest of my conversation with Listening Expert Cara Leopold with Leo Listening. This time, we talk about how to get used to different accents and speaking speeds and motivate yourself to learn a language for work or school even if you don't want to. You'll also learn what to do if your language learning has stalled, bad habits language learners pick up when learning a language in a traditional classroom setting, reductions and linking, and how to improve your English skills by joining a movie club. Here are a couple of excerpts from our conversation: "The irony is that it's usually the words that you already know that cause the most problems." "People resent it (the English language), and I understand that because it's imposed on a lot of people, and obviously, we can't expect everyone to be excited about learning it. So I totally understand those feelings, which are valid. I think then, if you can't get excited about English, what can you get excited about? What interests you, in general?" ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Get my Job Interview Preparation Checklist. Familiarize yourself with different English accents by visiting the International Dialects of English Archive (IDEA) website. Learn more about Cara’s Movie Club. Watch Rachel’s series: 100 Most Common Words in American English. Boost your language skills and gain friends with the Language TV Club.

Get ready for a special treat! In this episode, I talk with Cara Leopold, an English Teacher known as the Listening Expert. We covered a lot of topics, so this will be the first of two episodes with our conversation. The main theme of our conversation was building great listening skills in another language. In this first episode, we talk about the importance of listening when learning another language, including pronunciation, and what to do when you don’t understand your colleagues in meetings. Here are some gems from this episode: “People might think, “I spend most of my time speaking.” But listening is actually the skill that dominates. So by that logic, the foundation for also learning future languages should be listening.” “So what’s really helped me to get fluent in French is observing what people say, understanding them, and then copying them.” “Notice the expressions that people keep using and then use them. You will sound more authentic because you'll be using what the people around you actually say, as opposed to what you read in a book or what you got out of a list of 100 idioms.” Tune in to get more valuable insights from Cara, so you’ll understand more of what people say around you! The second part of our conversation will be released in the next episode. Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

Want to use more common sayings while speaking in English? Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to learn ten common sayings for everyday conversations. This episode is a follow-up to the previous episode, Word Choice in Journalism and Business with Steven Youngblood. If you haven’t checked out that episode yet, you won’t want to miss it! When you use these common sayings in everyday conversations, you’ll connect better with native English speakers. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Learn how to use the Shadowing Technique. Have an interview coming up? 5 Tips for Interviewing in EnglishHow to Succeed in a Job InterviewWork with meOriginal theme music by Lucas Knutter

How you tell a story matters. The way you talk about why you lost your job can cost you a potential one. The way you explain the reason for layoffs can cause panic among employees and stakeholders. And the way journalists report the news can incite violence. Framing, including word choice, is one of the most important areas peace journalists discuss and develop. To find out what business professionals could learn from peace journalists about storytelling, I invited Steven Youngblood, Director of the Center for Global Peace Journalism at Park University, for a conversation on The Express to Impress Podcast. Here are some excerpts from our conversation; “The question should never be, do we withhold the information? The question should be, how do we convey the information?” “If you want to be an informed person in 2022, it is going to take an effort. So the first thing I tell my students is not to depend on social media for their news. This, despite the fact that study data shows that's exactly where they get their news from.” Tune in to get more valuable insights from Steven, so you're well prepared to tell stories about challenging events. —-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Cited in the episode: Center for Global Peace Journalism Steven's Peace Journalism Insights blog Steven’s book, Professor Komagum Steven’s book, Peace Journalism Principles and Practices

Want to use more natural expressions when you speak English? Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to learn English sayings for everyday conversations. Specifically, you’ll learn six idioms, phrases, adjectives, and adverbs. This episode is a follow-up to the previous episode, Less is More: Tips for Effective International Business Communication. When you use these English sayings in everyday conversations, you’ll connect better with native English speakers. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Learn more about my online course, How to Land Your Next Job, and watch free previews. Get 15% off the cost with the coupon code podcast15. Learn how to use the Shadowing Technique. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

Globish, anyone? In this episode, we'll talk about how to communicate effectively in an international business setting. Since most people in an international business environment speak English as a second language, that will be our focus. I'll share tips for native English speakers and English Language Learners, including where to focus your English language-learning efforts, so you're ready to excel in an international business setting. To succeed in an international business environment, I suggest going back to the basics. Tune in to find out how you can go back to the basics. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast. To access my 5-Step Job Interview Preparation Checklist at express-to-impress.com. Materials cited: speak up when you don't understand somethingGlobish.com100 Most Common Words in American EnglishYouglishBusiness English PodAnki language appperfect-english-grammar.com/past-simple.html

Want to grow your vocabulary? Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to learn 5 English expressions for a conversation. This episode is a follow-up to the previous episode, How to Prepare for an Internal Job Interview. Learning to recognize and use phrases and idioms in English will allow you to communicate better with native English speakers. You won’t feel confused when you hear the phrases and idioms and will keep up with the conversation. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Email me at hello@express-to-impress.com if you want to work together to edit an important document. Learn how to use the Shadowing Technique. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter #englishteacher #englishlanguage #phrasalverbs #podcast #idioms #phrases

If you’ve found the perfect company to work for, you don’t need to land the perfect job…yet. After all, even if you’re in a less-than-perfect position, you can apply for a more suitable job internally as soon as it opens. By then, you will have had the chance to show your quality of work, work ethic, and commitment to the company, making you an ideal candidate. While interviewing for an internal position is a wonderful opportunity, it includes unique challenges. One of the biggest mistakes people make when interviewing internally is failing to prepare adequately. They may believe the interview is simply a formality, and they have the job in the bag. Their interviewer may be familiar with their work, so they may not arrive prepared to talk about the specifics of their contributions. And finally, they may have a friendly relationship with the interviewer and treat the interview too casually. Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to get my tips to prepare for an internal job interview and get the job you want! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast. To access my 5-Step Job Interview Preparation Checklist at express-to-impress.com. Get more interview tips in my 90-minute online video course, How to Succeed in a Job Interview, and get 15% off the coupon code podcast15.

Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to grow your English vocabulary. You’ll learn 6 great examples of idioms and phrases for a conversation. This episode is a follow-up to the previous episode, Connect and Persuade Through Business Storytelling. Learning to recognize and use phrases and idioms in English will allow you to communicate better with native English speakers. You won’t feel confused when you hear the phrases and idioms and will keep up with the conversation. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Enroll in my online classes for help getting a job you love. Learn how to use the Shadowing Technique. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

To be a successful leader, marketer, salesperson, or even job candidate, you need to be able to tell business stories well. Leaders tell stories to inspire their employees and to help them see what’s possible or to teach them something. They also tell investors, donors, board members, and others impact stories that reassure them their time and money are working. Business stories hold so much potential that I think they should be told every single day in workplace interactions! Even if you don’t identify as a storyteller, you will be prompted to tell stories at times in your career. But most people are not natural-born storytellers. It’s a skill that takes training and practice. Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to business storytelling techniques. With a little practice, you’ll be a great storyteller in no time! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast. To access my 5-Step Job Interview Preparation Checklist at express-to-impress.com. Book Cited: Erin Meyer’s “The Culture Map” Learn How to Write a Standout Resume with my online course. Get 15% off the coupon code podcast15.

Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to grow your English vocabulary. You’ll learn 5 American Idioms and Phrases like "to get at something.” This episode is a follow-up to the previous episode, Feeling Misunderstood? 5 Phrases to Use When Asking for Clarification. Learning to recognize and use phrases and idioms in English will allow you to communicate better with native English speakers. You won’t feel confused when you hear the phrases and idioms and will keep up with the conversation. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Enroll in my online classes for help getting a job you love. Learn how to use the Shadowing Technique. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

It’s hard for many people to admit they don’t understand something (whether they're native or non-native English speakers). But it’s crucial for avoiding misunderstandings and a vital skill to learn for your career success. In the workplace, you must speak up when you don’t understand. Otherwise, you’re not doing your part to ensure good communication is taking place. Do you have the humility, confidence, and vocabulary needed to speak up in the workplace? Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to learn ways to ask for clarification at work. By the end of the episode, you’ll have five tried-and-true phrases to ask for clarification. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast. To access my 5-Step Job Interview Preparation Checklist at express-to-impress.com. Episode Cited: 8 Takeaways About US Business Culture: Erin Meyer’s The Culture Map Learn How to Land Your Next Job with my online course. Get 15% off the coupon code podcast15.

**Special Announcement** On November 26, all of my courses for job seekers will be 25% off with the code 25BlackFriday! Invest in your career success and get a job quickly with one of my courses. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tune into the latest Express to Impress Podcast episode to grow your English vocabulary. You’ll learn 10 common phrases in English like "Throw Your Hat in the Ring." This episode is a follow-up to the two previous episodes, including How to Get a Job While Being Authentic & Vulnerable With Terri Creeden and Executive Coach Shares Surprising Ways to Stand Out in a Job Interview. Learning to recognize and use phrases and idioms in English will allow you to communicate better with native English speakers. You won’t feel confused when you hear the phrases and idioms and will keep up with the conversation. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Learn how to use the Shadowing Technique. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

I invite you to tune in to hear the rest of my conversation with Executive Coach Terri Creeden! In the last episode, Terri talked about authenticity and vulnerability and how they can help people get a job and build meaningful relationships in the workplace. This time, we talk about being authentic in an interview and hear two stories about women who leaned into vulnerability and authenticity and how it helped them in their careers. Here’s an excerpt from our conversation: You're never gonna have it all, right? So she went (into the job interview) and said, “This is who I am. This is what I do. You can look at my track record. This is what I've done in the past. I love doing it, and I am the right person for this job.” And she got it! Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast. To access my 5-Step Job Interview Preparation Checklist at express-to-impress.com. To visit Terri’s website, visit creedencoaching.com.

Get ready for a special treat! In this episode, I talk with Terri Creeden, an Executive Coach, trainer, and facilitator. Terri is a Certified Daring Way Facilitator and Dare to Lead Facilitator through the Brené Brown Education and Research Group. During our conversation, we talk about how to get a job while being authentic and vulnerable. Here are some gems from this episode: "The employer will be most impressed by an authentic person sitting in front of them and not somebody who has canned, formulated responses that they've heard from every other candidate. Let them see who you really are and not who they are hoping you are." "Anytime we are caught up managing our image, how we look and appear, and come across to somebody else, that immediately takes us right out of authenticity. So you're moving further away from what's really going to win you that interview." "What leaders really want to see is that they can trust somebody. If you aren't able to say, "I need help, or I can't do that, or I don't know how to do that," they're going to have trouble trusting you." Tune in to get more valuable insights from Terri, so you're well prepared for your next job interview! The second part of our conversation will be released in the next episode. Original theme music by Lucas Knutter Read the transcript here. Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn. Please take a minute to rate and review the podcast.