30 Jan 2025
17m

BE 367: How to Get Advice from a Senior Colleague in English

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Business English from All Ears English

This co-hosted Business English podcast episode focuses on strategies for new employees to seek advice from senior colleagues. The hosts discuss the importance of showing respect and building rapport, suggesting questions like "How did you start working here?" and "What advice would you give a newbie?". They then role-play a conversation between a new employee and a 15-year veteran, highlighting the importance of considering the senior colleague's perspective and taking advice with a grain of salt. The episode concludes by emphasizing the value of seeking diverse perspectives from multiple colleagues and forming your own informed opinion. Listeners gain practical advice on navigating workplace dynamics and building professional relationships.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction & Context

Part 2: Questioning Strategies

Part 3: Advice Evaluation & Application

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