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.

What the British say	What the British Mean	What others understand
I hear what you say	I disagree and do not want to discuss it further	He accepts my point of view
With the greatest respect...	I think you are an idiot	He is listening to me
That‘s not bad	That‘s poor	That‘s good
That is a very brave proposal	You are insane	He thinks I have courage
Quite good	A bit disappointing	Quite good
I would suggest...	Do it or be prepared to justify yourself	Think about the idea but do what you like