Back in September we are resuming our training programmes and focusing again on improving your technical and soft skills. To kick-start the season on September 9th our colleague Peter from CertiVox team pointed out some quirks of the British business culture and language used in the workplace both exciting and challenging at times. We were reminded of basic facts about the UK that have slipped out of our minds, explored the similarities & differences between the two nations and got equipped with the knowledge we need to read between the lines of the British communication style. More than anything else, every good relationship is based on respect, so find out the similarities and respect the differences.
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What the British say |
What the British Mean |
What others understand |
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I hear what you say |
I disagree and do not want to discuss it further |
He accepts my point of view |
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With the greatest respect... |
I think you are an idiot |
He is listening to me |
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That‘s not bad |
That‘s poor |
That‘s good |
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That is a very brave proposal |
You are insane |
He thinks I have courage |
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Quite good |
A bit disappointing |
Quite good |
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I would suggest... |
Do it or be prepared to justify yourself |
Think about the idea but do what you like |