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Speak Up & Blend In: Small Talk and Strategy in U.S. Meetings - Part 2
Elevate Your English and Accelerate Your Career
17 minutes 28 seconds
3 months ago
Speak Up & Blend In: Small Talk and Strategy in U.S. Meetings - Part 2
In this follow-up episode of Speak Up & Blend In, we dive deeper into the subtle skills that make or break your success in U.S. business meetings—especially in fast-paced tech environments. If you’ve ever wondered how to express your opinion clearly without sounding pushy, or how to challenge an idea without creating tension, this episode is for you.
You’ll learn:
How to be assertive, not aggressive: Speak with confidence, clarity, and respect
Phrases and tone strategies for disagreeing politely
How to manage a meeting effectively, whether you're leading or contributing
Cultural expectations around decision-making, turn-taking, and follow-up
Whether you're an engineer, PM, or team lead, mastering these communication strategies will help you build credibility, foster collaboration, and navigate U.S. workplace dynamics with ease.
Tune in, level up your meeting game, and speak like you belong—because you do.
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