#13 English Not Found in Textbooks? Real-world English Used by Natives in Overseas Workplaces

Conversations are filled with abbreviations not found in textbooks.

We focus on expressions that native colleagues casually use, such as "BRB" and "ELI5," which frequently appear in Slack chats and during meetings. This episode is packed with real-life workplace anecdotes, including the personality's reaction to receiving a "BRB" message during an actual meeting, and stories that will make you laugh. You must hear about the nuances of "living English" learned specifically because communication is centered around chat platforms.

Unique expressions are often heard in overseas workplaces.

We introduce memorable English expressions actually used in startup environments, such as "Dissent" and "Went rogue." We also discuss the background behind why you might only get a simple, one-word response when asking for someone's opinion, as well as a clever "chat usage technique" for sharing positive updates without disrupting team progress. An unexpected keyword comes up here, so be sure to listen to the full episode to find out why.

There are ways to turn the English you learn into English you can "use."

In the second half, we talk about learning methods to ensure that the English expressions you memorize aren't just known, but are in a state where they can be "used" in actual business operations. From expressions useful in all-hands meetings to those that require a bit of courage, we discuss how to naturally incorporate them into conversations. With personal stories of failure and success from both speakers, this content serves as a valuable reference for anyone aspiring to work abroad.