Learning English Essentials Podcast

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for inviting someone to a party. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Inviting someone to a partyAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Inviting someone to a partyA: Hello, Stu. How are you?B: Hey, Sara! I’m well thank you. How about you?A: I couldn’t be better. I’m having a party this weekend and would love for you to come if you can make it.B: That would be great! Where will it be held?A: We’re having a small party on the rooftop of my apartment. Come around 6pm.B: That sounds like fun! Do you want me to bring anything?A: I will be making plenty of food for everyone. If you’d like to bring something, then perhaps you can bring some wine or something to drink. B: Is there a special dress code?A: No, it’s just a casual get together.B: I can’t wait! How many people are you expecting?A: Probably around 10 including yourself.B: Okay great! I will see you on Saturday!A: Lovely. Thanks, Stu! See you then.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video.The post English Conversation Topics: Inviting someone to a party appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for asking someone to take your photo. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Asking someone to take your photoAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Asking someone to take your photoA: Hello.B: Hi.A: Sorry to bother you, but, could you take my picture, please?B: That’s no problem.A: Could you get me in the foreground and the Opera House in the background?B: I can do that.A: Thank you very much for your help.B: No problem.A: You just need to press the big button on the top of the camera.B: Okay, one, two, three, cheese.A: Cheese.B: Okay, come and have a look at the picture.A: That looks great. Could I get you to take one in landscape as well?B: Sure, no worries.A: Thank you.B: Okay, one, two, three, cheese.A: Cheese.B: Here you go.A: That looks great, thank you for your help.B: You’re welcome.A: Have a great day.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box. Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video.The post English Conversation Topics: Asking someone to take your photo appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for asking to join in a game. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Asking to join in a gameAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Asking to join in a gameA: Hi.B: Hello.A: What game are you playing?B: We’re playing basketball.A: May I join your game?B: Sure, we could use an extra player anyway. Join our side because we are one player down.A: Great, thanks for letting me play.B: Do you know the rules?A: Sure, I know most of the rules. Are there any rules in your game I should know about?B: All the usual rules. You can watch as we play and work it out. It’s just a fun game so we don’t take it too seriously.A: Cool, I can handle that. Thanks again for letting me join in.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box. Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video.The post English Conversation Topics: Asking to join in a game appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for buying sports shoes. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Buying sports shoesAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Buying sports shoesA: Hi.B: Hello.A: I was wondering if you can help me?B: Sure, what can I help you with?A: I need some new shoes for running.B: Yes, I can help you with that. What type of running do you do, track, road or trail?A: I run on the road mostly.B: How many kilometers do you run each week?A: I run 20 to 30 kilometers every week.B: Have you had any injuries in the past?A: I have had some knee pain in the past.B: You will need a shoe with good support and cushioning.A: Which shoes would be most suitable?B: In my opinion, these two models would be best for your needs.A: Okay, they look good. Why are they the best?B: They both offer lots of support and cushioning. They’re both great for anyone that experiences knee pain.A: What are the differences between them?B: There isn’t a lot of difference between them. They’re both great for running lots of kilometers so it comes down to which one you like better.A: Do you have them in size 10?B: Yes, I’ll get you both models in size 10. You can try both of them and decide which one feels more comfortable.A: Okay, thank you.B: Here’s both models in size 10. Try the first pair on and go for a walk around the store.A: Okay, this pair feels quite secure on my feet and soft to walk in.B: Do you feel any movement of the shoe when you’re walking around?A: No, they feel great. I’ll just do another lap of the store and then I’ll try on the other pair.B: Okay, here’s the other pair.A: They feel great too, slightly looser than the first pair but they still feel secure.B: Go for a walk in them and see what you think.A: They feel good, but, I prefer the fit of the first pair.B: Okay, would you like to buy the first pair?A: Yes, please. I will take the first pair.B: No problem, I’ll pack them up for you and you can pay at the cash register.A: Thank you for your help.B: You’re welcome, have a nice day.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box. Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video.The post English Conversation Topics: Buying sports shoes appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for speaking to a doctor when you are sick. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: At the doctorAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.At the doctorA: Hello, David. B: Hello, Dr. Smith. A: What can I help you with today? B: I’m experiencing nausea. A: Do you have any other symptoms? B: I have a bad headache too. A: Have you thrown up at all? B: Yes, last night and again this morning. A: Do you still feel like vomiting? B: My stomach still feels upset. A: Okay, what about your head, do you still have a headache? B: Yes, it is very painful. A: How would you describe the pain? B: It feels like someone is squeezing my head really hard. A: Okay, I’ll prescribe you something for the nausea. B: Okay, thank you. A: For the headache, take some paracetamol and get some rest. Come back if it doesn’t get better. B: Okay, I will. Thank you for your help. A: No problem. Hope you feel better soon.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box. Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video.The post English Conversation Topics: At the doctor appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for ordering a Christmas ham. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Ordering a Christmas hamAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Ordering a Christmas hamA: Hello.B: Hi there, how can I help you?A: I’d like to order a ham for Christmas.B: Okay, what size would you like?A: I’m not sure.B: How many people do you need to feed?A: 6 adults.B: You’ll need about five kilograms for that many people.A: Great, do you have one that big?B: Yes, I do.A: How much will that cost?B: $9 per kilo.A: Okay, that sounds good to me.B: When do you want to pick it up?A: Can I pick it up Christmas Eve?B: Yes, you can pick it up before midday on the 24th.A: Thank you very much.B: Have a Merry Christmas. See you when you return.A: Thanks, you have a Merry Christmas too.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.The post English Conversation Topics: Ordering a Christmas Ham appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for ordering flowers from a florist. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Ordering flowersAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Ordering flowersA: Hello, welcome to Jane’s Flowers. B: Hello, I’d like to order some flowers for my girlfriend, please.A: Okay. Do you have anything in particular in mind?B: She likes frangipanis.A: Are they for any particular occasion?B: Yes, it’s her birthday.A: We can arrange a frangipani bouquet to suit the occasion. We also have other arrangements. You can look at them in our catalogue here.B: Oh, I like the frangipani bouquet in pink and yellow. Can I order that one, please?A: When would you like the flowers delivered?B: Her Birthday is next week on Wednesday. Can you deliver it in the morning, around 10am, please?A: Certainly, I just need the delivery name, address and your contact number?B: Please deliver it to: Theresa Green, 752 Evergreen Terrace, Springfield. My contact number is 555 – 1234A: That will be $47 including delivery. Would you like to pay by cash or credit?B: Cash, please.A: No problem. Okay, you’re all set for a frangipani bouquet to be delivered to your lucky girlfriend next Wednesday at 10am.B: Thank you very much.A: See you later! Bye.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.The post English Conversation Topics: Ordering flowers appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for asking questions at The Apple Store. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: At The Apple StoreAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.At the Apple storeA: Hi, how can I help you?B: I’m interesting in buying a new MacBook.A: Sure! Did you have a size in mind?B: Yes, probably a 13 Inch MacBook.A: Here, have a play on our display model. See if you like it.B: Okay, thanks.A: Are you looking to purchase the MacBook for business purposes or personal use?B: Business mostly. I will be using the MacBook predominantly for my business needs.A: We have Apple payment plans for businesses. Here’s a flyer with information on our payment plans.B: Thanks. How does it work with repairs?A: If you need repairs and you are still under warranty, just bring the MacBook back to the Apple Store and we will fix it.B: What if it’s not under warranty?A: Our Mac Geniuses at the Genius Bar can still help you diagnose the problem for free. There is a fee for fixes that are outside of warranty. The fee varies depending on what is required to fix the problem.B: Do you offer any discounts?A: We have special pricing for Education. You would be eligible if you were a student or teacher. You would need to provide evidence of this.B: Okay, I am going to think about it.A: No problem. You can also order your MacBook online from the Apple Store online. Standard delivery is free and won’t cost you anything.B: Thanks for your help. Bye.A: You’re welcome, have a nice day.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.The post English Conversation Topics: At The Apple Store appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for pitching your business services. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Pitching your business servicesAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Pitching your business servicesS: Hello, Christopher. Thanks for coming today, I appreciate your time.C: Hello Sara, it’s my pleasure.S: Let’s start by learning more about your business Christopher. What do you do and what are your current challenges?C: Okay. No problem. I am a Tailor and I design and produce custom suits for men. My current challenge is that we get lots of orders around wedding time, however, we have really quiet months where we need to make more sales.S: I see. Can you tell me what you are currently doing to market your business? How do customers learn about you?C: Word of mouth. Most of our customers are referrals from existing customers. We have a website and social media pages, however, we aren’t very active.S: Do you sell any suits or products online?C: No, we don’t. I wouldn’t even know where to start with that.S: What would success for your business look like to you Christopher? Explain to me, the ideal scenario.C: Success would be having a constant flow of sales so I don’t have to worry about money all the time.S: What have you tried in the past that worked?C: In the past, we did some letterbox drops that offered a discount off a tailored suit. That was an expensive campaign and we didn’t get many sales from it.S: What have you tried that has worked?C: We have a referral program, where you earn points towards store credits for every paying customer you refer. Customers like that and tell their friends about it. We need more people to know about it.S: Based off the information you provided, I think there are a few approaches to help you get more customers and more sales.C: Let’s hear them.S: Firstly, I would recommend that we update your social media pages and website with a modern design. This will help attract more customers than the current dated designs.C: How much do you charge for social media design and website design?S: We have different packages that will suit your budget. I have the list of prices to send to you after this call.C: Ok, great.S: Secondly, I would recommend that we create a Facebook advertising campaign to get more customers into your shop. We can target males within a radius of your store, who are engaged. They would be more likely to be looking for a suit.C: Can you do that?S: Yes, we can. The campaigns will be focused on increasing the number of new customers. Then we can integrate your referral program into the campaign also.C: Sounds great. Will you include the price for that in your proposal?S: Yes, I will. I believe that by updating your brand online and creating more local awareness of your store through regular advertising campaigns, we can help you achieve your goal of more consistent sales throughout the year.C: How long will it take to get everything up and running?S: Based off the campaigns and set up you require, we need between 2-4 weeks. I have included a timeline for you in the proposal as well.C: Great. I will read through your proposal with my business manager and contact you if we have any questions.S: Thank you, Christopher. I will give you a call in a couple of days to see what you think and answer any queries you may have.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video.The post English Conversation Topics: Pitching your business services appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for calling a company and making a complaint. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Making a complaintAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.C: Hello, ABC Internet Customer Service, how may I direct your call?D: Hi, I want to register a complaint regarding my internet service.C: I’m sorry to hear that. What has been the problem?D: My connection has been repeatedly dropping-out and, when it is connected, the speeds are very slow.C: Let me check to see if there is a reported issue with our network in your area. I need your client number, do you have it?D: Yes, my client number is 7654-321.C: Thank you. The system does not show any maintenance in your area.D: So the problem must be on my end.C: I can’t tell from here. I’ll get a technician to come to your house and take a look.D: Okay, how soon can they come out?C: I can get someone out there between 8am and 12pm tomorrow. Will someone be home at that time?D: Yes, I will be home.C: Okay, our technician will arrive sometime between 8am and 12pm tomorrow.D: Thank you, I’ll see them tomorrow.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video.The post English Conversation Topics: Making a complaint appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for ordering home delivered pizza. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Ordering Pizza (Home Delivery)Are you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Ordering Pizza (Home delivery)C: Hello, Tim’s Pizza.D: Hello, I’d like to order a pizza, please.C: Sure. Let’s start with your address and phone number.D: My address is 123 Evergreen Terrace, Springfield.My phone number is 555- 7896.C: Okay, thank you. What would you like to order?D: Can I have a super pepperoni pizza, large, thin crust with extra mozzarella cheese?C: Would you like any sides with that?D: Yes, can I please have 2 garlic breads and a bottle of lemonade?C: Okay, will that be all?D: Yes, that will be all.C: Delivery time will be approximately 30 minutes.D: Okay.C: Please have the correct change for the driver.D: I will, thank you. If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video.The post English Conversation Topics: Ordering Pizza (Home delivery) appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for wishing someone a happy birthday. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: A birthday conversationAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.S: Hey, Mario.M: Hey, Sara.S: Happy Birthday, Mario!M: Thanks, Sara. Another year, another birthday.S: I have a little gift to help you celebrate your special day.M: You shouldn’t have.S: I hope you like it. Open it.M: I love it! How did you know that beer is my favourite drink?S: Just a lucky guess. Now you can enjoy it with your wife.M: I will.S: Are you going anywhere special for your birthday?M: My wife is making me a special dinner, cooking my favourite foods.S: Now you have some beer you can enjoy with your favourite food.M: I certainly will.S: Well, have a wonderful birthday Mario.M: Thanks for the beer and the well wishes. Talk to you soon.S: Bye!If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video. The post English Conversation Topics: A birthday conversation appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for splitting the bill at a restaurant. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Splitting the bill at a restaurantAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.D: Could we get the bill, please? S: Yes. D: Thank you. S: Here’s your bill, Sir. D: Thanks. S: It comes to $28.D: I had one of the cheeseburgers and a lemonade. What did you have? C: I had the other cheeseburger and two cokes. A: The burgers were $8 each and the drinks $4 each. C: Okay, mine, with the extra drink, comes to $16. Here’s $16. D: And mine comes to $12. C: Okay, give me your $12 and I’ll go pay at the register. D: Cool. Thanks, I’ll see you in a minute.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video. The post English Conversation Topics: Splitting the bill at a restaurant appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for asking for directions when you are lost or travelling. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Asking for directions when lost or travellingAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Asking for directions when lost or travellingA: Excuse me.B: Yes, how can I help you?A: Sorry to disturb you, but, I’m lost. I’m looking for the Sydney Opera House.B: You’re almost there.A: Can you give me directions to get there?B: Sure, go down this street for two blocks and turn left.A: Okay.B: Once you have turned left, walk down to the next main road and turn right.A: Okay, turn left and then right.B: Once you are on that main road, walk down until you get to the train station.A: Yes.B: When you’re at the train station you should be able to see the Opera House from there.A: Great, thank you very much for you help.B: You’re welcome. If you get stuck along the way you can ask another person for help.A: Thank you again. Have a nice day.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet. To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video. The post English Conversation Topics: Asking for directions when lost or travelling appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for suggesting an idea for a business collaboration to another person. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Business Collaboration Are you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned.Business CollaborationD: Hello, Christopher.C: Hello David, how’s it going?D: I’m well thanks. How’s business going?C: Business has been going well, I’ve been pretty busy.D: That’s really good to hear. I wanted to run an idea by you that I thought would help the both of us.C: Sure! I’m open to hearing about it.D: I was thinking that we could collaborate on a new program together.C: That sounds interesting. Tell me more.D: Well, perhaps we could create a training program where we teach people how to improve their English. I can focus on the curriculum and content development and you could use your strengths in marketing and the technical set up.C: I like the idea, it’s intriguing. When were you thinking we do it?D: I was hoping we could launch it in 90 days. That will give us enough time to get everything together and launch.C: Count me in. Let’s arrange a time this week to work out the logistics and get the ball rolling.D: Excellent! I’m really glad you’re keen to collaborate. I’ll schedule a time in your calendar with your assistant.C: Perfect. Catch up with you soon.If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet.To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video. The post English Conversation Topics: Business Collaboration appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for introducing yourself at a networking event. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: At a Networking Event Are you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned. At a Networking Event S: Hi, lovely to meet you. My name is Sara.D: Hi Sara, my name is David.S: What do you do David?D: I am an English teacher. I help my students learn English quickly, easily and without overwhelm.S: That’s really cool. Where do you teach?D: I teach English online. My students are based all around the world. How about you? What do you do?S: I run my own Digital Marketing business and I am a Social Media Strategist. I help small businesses boost their profits by leveraging social media marketing campaigns.D: That sounds interesting. How long have you been doing that for?S: I have been working full time in my business for 4 years.D: What were you doing before your business?S: My background is in marketing. I was working in the corporate sector for about 8 years and then I decided to start my own business.D: How is business going?S: Business is busy right now. There are lots of changes all the time with social media. It keeps us busy. How about you? How is business?D: I’ve just started the online side of teaching recently after working as a teacher for 3 years. There’s lots of work to do. S: Are you enjoying it?D: Yes, I am. It’s an interesting process – starting your own business. Do you have a business card? I’d like to keep in touch. Perhaps I could get your advice on social media campaigns I can run.S: Sure thing. Give me your card as well. I may have clients and friends who would be interested in improving their English.D: It was lovely to meet you, Sara.S: And you David. I will hopefully hear from you soon.D: Bye.  If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet.To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video. The post English Conversation Topics: At a Networking Event appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation for asking an employer about a pay rise. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Asking for a pay-rate increase Are you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned. Asking for a pay-rate increase A: Hello Ms. Sara. Do you have a few minutes to talk?B: Hello John. Yes I have a few minutes to talk. What’s on your mind?A: I would like to discuss an increase to my hourly rate of pay.B: Okay, let’s talk about it.  What are you thinking?A: I have been working for you for a long time, my work is always high quality and I work very quickly.B: I agree with all of those things.A: I would like to suggest a pay increase to keep my hourly rate consistent with the market rate for my services.B: What do you suggest the rate should be?A: I thought an extra $1 per hour would be a fair increase.B: Your work has been exceptional thus far and you produce work very quickly. Will I still receive excellent value at the higher price?A: I certainly assure you that you will still receive excellent value for money.B: I am certain that I will too. I accept your proposed new rate of pay.A: Thank you very much Ms. Sara.B: You’re welcome John. I will adjust your rate in your contract so you can start billing at your new rate. I look forward to continuing to work with you in the future.  If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet.To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video. The post English Conversation Topics: Asking For A Pay-rate Increase appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I take you through an English conversation that demonstrates applying for a freelance job contract. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Freelancer Job Application Conversation Are you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned. Freelancer Job Application Conversation A: Hello Madam, I have read your recent job posting for a Web administrator to set up some product pages in WordPress. I feel that I would be a good match for the task. B: Hello John, thanks for contacting me. Tell me more about your experience and why you think you can complete this job.A: I have been a website administrator for 3 years full time working with frameworks including WordPress, Ruby On Rails, and Drupal. I studied Computer Science at university and have completed many jobs like the one you require. I am confident that I can complete the task quickly and properly.B: Can you show me examples of some product pages you have set up in WordPress for your clients?A: Yes, I can Madam. Some clients had me sign a confidentiality agreement, however, I have provided some examples of pages I have set up with permission from my clients.B: This is great. Do you have any testimonials for your past client jobs?A: Yes, Madam, I can provide you a link to my online profile. It has all of my recently completed jobs and the feedback and ratings from my clients .B: How long do you estimate it will take you to complete this task?A: I estimate that this will take me 3 hours to complete. I can finish it by tomorrow morning, 11am.B: What is your rate?A: My rate is $20 an hour.B: Let’s set the fixed price for the job at $60. Do you agree?A: Yes, Madam. Can you please send through the job contract so that I can begin?B: Yes, of course.A: What is the best way to contact you if I have any questions regarding the job?B: Please send me a message on Skype. If it is urgent and you don’t get a reply, please email me at email@employer.comA: Copy that Madam. Can you provide me with website access and all of the content to be created?B: Yes, I will. I will add it so you can access everything via our Google Drive. Do you need anything else to get started?A: No Madam. This should be enough for me to get started. I will contact you if I require anything else.B: I look forward to the completed job.A: Thank you for the opportunity to work with you. I appreciate it very much.B: You’re welcome. Talk to you soon.  If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet.To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video. The post English Conversation Topics: Freelancer Job Application Conversation appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I will take you through a common English conversation for asking about job vacancies. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: Asking about Job Vacancies Are you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned. Asking about job vacancies A: Hello.B: Hello, how can I help you?A: I would like to enquire about any current or future job vacancies within your company. Are you hiring at the moment?B: We do have a position we are currently trying to fill. The position is in the marketing department.A: That’s great. I have a degree in marketing and I have 5 years experience.B: That sounds great. What companies have you worked for?A: I worked for The Soda Pop Company for 1 year, for Elegant Shoes for 2 years and for Design Corp for the past 2 years.B: That sounds great. Do you have your résumé?A: Yes I do. Here it is.B: Okay, I’ll pass it on to the Human Resources Department and they will contact you for an interview.A: Great, thank you for doing that for me.B: You’re welcome. Have a good day. If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet.To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video. The post English Conversation Topics: Asking about job vacancies appeared first on Learning English Essentials.

In this video of the English Conversation Topics series, I will take you through a common English conversation for a job interview. Click play to watch the video belowVideo Transcript: English conversation topics: A Job InterviewAre you interested in expanding your English conversation topics? In this video, I’ll share with you a simple, useful English conversation that you can use immediately to start learning English quickly and without overwhelm. Stay tuned. A Job Interview D: Hello Sara, thanks for coming today.S: You’re welcome.D: Now, why don’t you start by telling me about your employment background.S: Sure. I have been a Marketing professional for the last ten years. I studied Marketing at University and have worked in various marketing roles.D: What are some of the industries you’ve worked in?S: I have worked in telecommunications, financial services, travel and recruiting.D: What would you say your strengths are?S: My strengths are in creating systems and processes to get the job done quickly and manage contractors and staff efficiently. This helps save time and money for my employers.D: What would you say are your weaknesses?S: My weakness is using statistical software such as SASS. I find it difficult to navigate.D: Why do you think you would be a good addition to this team?S: I am a very hard worker, and I am a team player. I believe in producing high-quality work and focusing on getting the job done. I have the technical skills and the experience required to work well with your team and deliver results.D: Why did you leave your last job?S: I decided to leave my last job because I wanted the opportunity to grow and excel with a high performing team, and I felt that I have gone as far as I could with my previous employer.D: Where do you want to be in 3 years?S: I want to be working for your company in a leadership role.D: Do you have any questions about the job?S: Yes, I do. Why has this job become available?D: This job role opened due to a demand in the business to respond to the changing nature of online marketing. We need a specialist to help us better leverage our digital assets.S: How is the team structured?D: You would be working with two direct reports to help grow the Digital Marketing team. You report directly into the Head of Marketing.S: Will I be required to hire the two staff members? Or are they existing staff?D: The two staff members are existing staff. In the last company restructure they were allocated to this new unit.S: What would you say are some challenges this role would encompass?D: I would have to say that there are many levels of management, and you will need to be able to navigate through all of the stakeholders to ensure that you can get the job done with the right approvals.S: I see. Do you work with external agencies?D: Yes, we do. We work with XYZ Digital and ABC Media buyers.S: What in-house teams are available?D: There is an internal graphic designer that you can access if you need.S: What is the vision for the company for the next 12 months?D: The company is in an aggressive growth phase. The focus is to increase market share by 20%.S: That’s very interesting. Those are all of the questions that I have.D: Thanks, Sara. We are interviewing more candidates this week and will contact you by Friday to let you know the outcome of this interview.S: Thank you for the opportunity to interview for the position.D: You’re welcome, Sara. See you again.  If you enjoyed this video, subscribe to my channel. And if you’re looking for more English learning help, make sure to click on the link and get my English conversation practice video and worksheet.To get your hands on them, simply click the link right here, or the link in the description box.Thanks for watching and I’ll see you in the next video. The post English Conversation Topics: A Job Interview appeared first on Learning English Essentials.