10 American English Idioms Used at Work
The below list highlights a small subset of idioms that could be used at workplaces in the USA. Go Into Battle Some may also say ‘This office is a battle zone.’ People use this when they are confronted with a new job, a series of familiar tasks that are overwhelming, or parts of a task […]
How to Cross the Street in the USA
If you are coming to the US for work for for a long-term expat assignment, there’s a lot to learn to get adjusted. One of the things you will probably need to learn fast is how to cross the street in the USA. There will be a few videos in this post that I have […]
Meaning of “Sounds Good”
What does “sounds good” mean? This is an idiom or a phrase. It cannot be taken literally. This is a typical phrase used in everyday conversations in the US (even casually, among friends and family). People use this phrase in response to something they agree with and that leaves them with a good feeling. […]
Measuring Coaching Effectiveness
“What performance indicators do you use to measure the effectiveness of your coaching?” This is a common question that clients ask while interviewing me and deciding to engage us for team coaching and other learning interventions. Three measurements that I have used with success are: Scores on 360 performance reviews: Some aspects of professional […]
How Our Identity is Tied to Our Values
It’s exciting to explore a new place and learn new things. However, as we soon realize our life WILL be different, things AREN’T as we thought they would be and it DOES feel harder to stay connected to our ‘true identity’ than we thought it would be; we become paralyzed. How can we come […]
10 Things NOT To Do When Flying
Air travel has become very common but unfortunately the habits followed in buses and trains are carried forward to air travel. There are some mannerisms we observe among travelers, sometimes we ourselves might be party to it. Here’s my list of 10 habits we should avoid, right from our next flight. 1. Arriving late […]
Questions to Start a Small Talk Conversation
Today I’d like to introduce you to Lindsay McMahon. Lindsay is an English teacher and entrepreneur based in Boston, USA. She and her team help international professionals gain confidence in their speaking skills through customized courses and an English podcast called All Ears English. Today, she’s going to help us brainstorm questions to start a […]
When to Say ‘Excuse Me’ in the USA
If you are wondering if you need to say “Excuse Me” to American friends, the answer is resounding, “Yes.” But, don’t stop reading here. While learning about group discussion etiquette and mannerisms with American colleagues, many Indians ask me, “Do I have to still be so formal even if the American client and I become […]
Slang Terms to Refer to Money in the USA
Paper money in the US can be referred to by a lot of words that don’t sound anything like the word money. Below are a few words, idiomatic or slang terms to refer to money in the USA. Word list of Slang or Idioms Meaning Money in the USA Bacon Sample Sentence: “He brings home […]
Small Talk Tips with US Americans
“Once I learned how to make small talk with my US clients, every interaction was more comfortable. I was at ease to bring up any doubts or questions I had with clients I was able to make more small talk with.” While small talk is important in many work cultures, especially when working in a […]
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