29 January

Small talk: Finding a topic to talk about.

  The British have got a reputation for talking about the weather. I’m no exception, but I’m very happy to talk about other topics, too. 😉 So if chatting about the weather doesn’t appeal to you, that’s still no reason to avoid small talk. You’re free to bring up other subjects. And in case you’re unsure what […]

1 November

Expressions explained | to be barking up the wrong tree

He thought the boss was annoyed because he hadn’t finished the project yet, but he was barking up the wrong tree. She thinks I can get her the job, but I’m afraid she’s barking up the wrong tree. You’re barking up the wrong tree if you think putting the customer under pressure will achieve anything. To be barking up […]

11 September

Recommended reading: The Culture Map

Are you puzzled why a presentation which went really well in Berlin, flopped in New York? Or are you unsure what the new international project group expects from you as the leader? When you have questions like these it’s good to know what is expected in different countries and how things are done. Being able […]