English speaking practice
Work & career
Workplace English is about being clear and polite at the same time. These lessons move from introducing yourself on your first day to giving updates in meetings and negotiating a raise. Each dialogue shows phrases that sound professional without being stiff.
5 lessons
Beginner (A1–A2)
Short, everyday sentences: greetings, ordering, asking for help and talking about yourself.
- Beginner· A1–A26 min
Introducing yourself at a new job
Meet a new colleague on your first day, say what your role is and ask simple questions.
- Beginner· A1–A26 min
Calling in sick to work
Tell your manager you are sick, say what you can do and when you will update them.
Intermediate (B1–B2)
Longer conversations: explaining a problem, giving opinions, making plans and handling small talk.
- Intermediate· B1–B29 min
Asking for a deadline extension
Explain why a task is late, ask for more time and offer a realistic new plan.
- Intermediate· B1–B29 min
Giving an update in a team meeting
Give a short, structured status update and answer a follow-up question.
Advanced (C1)
Persuading, negotiating, presenting and disagreeing politely with natural, fluent English.
- Advanced· C113 min
Negotiating a pay raise
Make a confident case for a raise, respond to pushback and reach a concrete agreement.