BE 508: This is Promising! How to Talk About Potential at Work

In this episode of the Business English Podcast, Michelle and Aubrey discuss how to use the word "promise" in a business context to describe potential. They explain that saying something "holds promise" means it has good potential or a strong possibility of success. They provide examples of how to use the phrases "holds promise," "has promise," "shows promise," "looks promising," "holds potential," "has potential," and "encouraging" in the workplace, highlighting the nuances and levels of formality of each. They engage in a role play demonstrating how to use these expressions when evaluating job applications, emphasizing the importance of using varied language to express optimism about candidates and projects. The episode aims to equip listeners with the vocabulary to discuss future goals, projects, and the potential of individuals and ideas in a positive and hopeful manner.