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  We'll start with a Small Reminder and a Thank You 🙂 Because many of you asked for it, we’ve put together everything we discussed across several episodes into one place. And you can now download our free e-book here: Link 👉 Job Interview Success — a practical e-book that helps you: structure your interview answers, speak more confidently in English, understand what recruiters are really listening for. If you’ve been waiting for a summary - this is it. A lot of time has passed since our last episode and blog post and honestly, it’s incredible to see what happened in the meantime. What still amazes us is that this podcast and blog are listened to all over the world. Most of our listeners come from Poland, followed by Brazil, Japan, Vietnam and Turkey, but the truth is: people tune in from many different countries. That’s why this post is not about one local job market. It’s about global trends, real interview expectations, and practical Business English skills that matter if you’...

 🎧 You’re Still Listening – And That Means Everything! We're beyond grateful to see that almost everyone who starts an episode of our podcast stays until the end . That’s not just a number - it’s a sign of real connection. And there’s more good news: 🌟 The podcast is now rated 4.7 stars on Spotify! With just a few ratings so far, this tells us that the listeners who found it… truly enjoy it . If you’ve been listening - thank you! If you haven’t yet - now’s the perfect time to check it out. New episodes drop regularly, and each one is packed with useful, real-world Business English. Now, an exciting update: The Job Interview series is coming to an end  - and to thank you for following along, I’ll be releasing a free e-book packed with key phrases, example answers, and vocabulary to help you shine in interviews in English. Have feedback or suggestions? I’d love to hear from you. Let’s keep learning together - one episode at a time. Discover why listeners love our 4.7-...

  Welcome to Part 4 of the Job Interview Series on Business English Talks! Today’s post covers another classic and often misunderstood question: “Why do you want to work here?” Learn how to answer "Why do you want to work here?" in a job interview. Includes real examples, strong business English phrases, and a simple formula to tailor your answer This is your chance to show the interviewer that you’ve done your homework and that you’re not just applying to every job out there. A strong answer can make you stand out from other candidates - especially if your English is clear, confident, and relevant. Why do interviewers ask this question? They want to know: If you understand what the company does Whether your values align with theirs How well you’ve prepared If you’ll be motivated in the role A Simple Formula:  KNOW – CONNECT – CONTRIBUTE 1. KNOW the company - Show that you understand what they do or what they stand for. 2. CONNECT to your values or interests - - Why does this...

  Welcome back to Business English Talks, your resource for professional English you can actually use. This is part three of our Job Interview Series, and today we’re focusing on a classic but tricky question: “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” This question is almost guaranteed to come up in one form or another, and it's your chance to show self-awareness, professionalism, and confidence. ✅ Why do interviewers ask this question? They want to know: If you understand your value and your limits. Whether you are honest and realistic. How you deal with challenges or mistakes. What strengths you bring to their company. 💪 Talking About Strengths Focus on professional qualities that are relevant to the job. Choose 1–3 and support each with a quick example. 🌟 Useful Phrases: One of my strengths is... I’m good at... I’m known for being... I’ve always been strong in... My colleagues often say I’m... I consistently receive positive feedback on... I have a natural ability to... 💼 Exa...

Welcome to Business English Talks – your go-to blog for practical English in the professional world. Today’s post continues our interview preparation series and focuses on one of the most important and frequently asked questions: “Tell me about yourself.” It may sound easy, but many people struggle with this question – they either say too little or go into irrelevant personal stories. Let’s break it down so you can answer clearly, confidently, and professionally. Why do interviewers ask this question? This question helps the interviewer: Get a quick overview of your background See how you present yourself Understand your career path Evaluate your communication skills This is not the time to talk about your childhood or hobbies. It’s your chance to present yourself as the right person for the role. 🧩 The Simple Formula: Present – Past – Future 1. Present: What do you do now? What is your current job or focus? 2. Past: What relevant experience do you have? 3. Future: What are you lookin...

  In almost every job interview, you’ll be asked about your previous work experience – and more specifically, what you were responsible for. Many people answer this with: > “I did this… I worked there… I had to do that…” But these phrases are too general or too casual. Let’s look at how to describe your responsibilities in a way that’s clear, professional, and natural – and how to avoid sounding too basic or vague. ✅ 1. The go-to structure: “I was responsible for…” This is a safe, professional and flexible phrase. You can use it in almost any context. Examples: I was responsible for managing customer accounts. I was responsible for training new employees and answering client emails. I was responsible for scheduling meetings and preparing reports. Why we like it: It’s clear, easy to expand, and sounds professional. ✅ 2. Useful alternatives to add variety You don’t want to repeat the same phrase in every answer. Try using some of these alternatives: I handled... I handled customer...