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Notes from the real world of English at work. The mistakes, breakthroughs and surprising moments that happen when English leaves the textbook and enters the meeting room.
You already speak the language. But under pressure, it does not always feel that way. That’s when overthinking and second-guessing tend to appear.
The Sparks are short prompts for exactly those moments – and now and then, something you can try out straight away.
Designed specifically for German-speaking professionals who want to speak clearly without checking every sentence before they say it.
After a few weeks, many readers notice they:
- Keep talking, even when the perfect word is missing.
- Respond faster when a conversation shifts unexpectedly.
- Stop losing precision in the moments that count.
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Should I Use Holiday or Vacation?
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Are You Translating Word for Word?
I love catching those tiny translation mistakes that make you sound... well, German. Here's what I often hear: "I will inform you until Friday" "I...
Think “ein Eigenes Büro” Means “an Own Office”?
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You Think Dictionaries Decide Every Word?
People often think English is fixed. Like a finished book.But language is alive. It changes, grows and makes new friends. Here’s what I’ve learnt:...
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