We’ve all been there. You log into a Zoom call, the camera flickers on, and there is that awkward thirty-second silence while waiting for the host. Eventually, someone asks, "How are you?" and the response is a chorus of "I’m fine, thanks."

If you want to build genuine rapport in the corporate world, you need to move beyond the basics. As a British English teacher online, I see students struggle with this bridge between silence and the formal agenda every day. Small talk isn't just a filler; it is the foundation of professional trust.

If you’ve recently started working for a UK-based firm or are planning a move to London, you might have noticed something curious: British professionals rarely say exactly what they mean. In the world of Business English, especially within the UK, directness can sometimes be mistaken for rudeness.

At Reddington English School, we teach our students that mastering the language is only half the battle…

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