Writing Clear Instructions

At some time in your working life, you may have to write some instructions in English. Whether it’s explaining how to use the new codes for a photocopier or writing detailed... Readmore...

IMF Slashes World Growth Forecast

The International Monetary Fund ( the IMF) is predicting reduced economic growth in the global economy. Due to credit problems in the US housing market, many countries’... Readmore...

Sales: Pitching New Offers

When you call a customer on the telephone to makes a sales pitch, you are essentially cold calling, and the customer is not likely to know what your call is about until you... Readmore...

The Language of Production

As a result of ‘globalization’, manufacturing centres from all over North America and Europe have been moved to Asia, Latin America and other regions where production costs... Readmore...

From the Editor: Improving Your Vocabulary

Dear Tania I have been studying English for six and a half years in a Hong Kong government school. I think my problem in English is my poor vocabulary for comprehension as I... Readmore...

Editing and Revising Text

Part of the One Step Ahead series, Editing and Revising Text is a lively, accessible, and highly illustrated guide to editing and revising. It provides a practical approach for... Readmore...

Simplified English Jokes

Walking up to a department store's fabric counter, a pretty girl asked the clerk, "I want to buy this material for a new dress. How much does this cost?" "Only a kiss a yard, "... Readmore...

Business English Grammar and Usage Test

Workplace English Training E-Platform's Learning Centre includes many business English tests. Business English tests differ from standard English tests in that they focus on... Readmore...