Business English Basics: How to Introduce Yourself to a New Team (A2 - B1) | Slow & Easy English

In this episode of the JISH Learn English Podcast, you will learn exactly how to introduce yourself to a new team with confidence. The first day of work can be stressful, but it is the perfect opportunity to show your professional English skills. Instead of just saying "Hello," you will discover how to build rapport, sound polite, and master the most common grammar mistake students make in business settings ("Look forward to"). You’ll be able to speak naturally, make a great first impression, and gain respect from your colleagues immediately.

You’ll experience slow, natural, podcast-style English—with rhythm, flow, and simple explanations—helping you absorb the language naturally, just like a native speaker.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction (Topic Introduction & Instructions)
1:07 – The Conversation: Meeting the New Team
3:32 – The Breakdown: Business Vocabulary & Social Skills
6:51 – The Grammar Rule: "Look Forward To"
8:25 – The 5-Step Formula: How to Introduce Yourself
10:00 – Summary & Outro

You’ll learn:
• How to introduce yourself professionally using the "5-Step Formula"
• The difference between "Nice to meet you" and "It is a pleasure to meet you"
• Essential Business Vocabulary: How to use "Collaborate," "Deadline," and "Background" correctly
• The Golden Grammar Rule: Why "I look forward to meet you" is wrong and how to fix it
• How to build rapport instantly by using the "Compliment Strategy"
• Practical listening and shadowing exercises to sound like a manager
• How to describe your past experience ("I have been working...")
• How native speakers use specific phrases to show teamwork and value
• Cultural hints for business meetings and office introductions

Why This Episode Helps
Many learners ruin their first impression by making small grammar mistakes or sounding too casual. In this episode, you’ll hear clear, slow, real-style English conversations that train your ear for the office environment.

By practicing the tips in this episode, you will:
• Build confidence in meeting new people and colleagues
• Improve your ability to use Gerunds (-ING verbs) correctly
• Learn the rhythm and tone of professional American English
• Develop fluency by practicing a structured introduction script
• Strengthen your brain’s ability to use business vocabulary naturally
• Avoid the most embarrassing grammar mistakes in job interviews

🎧 This Podcast is Perfect For:
• ESL learners at A1, A2, and B1 levels who want to improve English fluency and confidence
• Students wanting to enhance spoken English, listening, and daily communication skills
• Job seekers preparing for interviews and professional discussions in English
• English learners who enjoy learning through podcast-style conversations
• Anyone who wants to speak English naturally in everyday situations
• Learners looking for American English speaking and listening practice
• People searching for an English podcast for beginners or easy English learning podcast
• Listeners who want to improve English listening and speaking through shadowing practice
• Self-learners who enjoy slow, supportive, friendly English lessons
• IELTS learners who want to improve listening, speaking, and everyday communication
• ESL learners looking for clear, simple, natural English input

How to Use This Episode
Listen, repeat, shadow, and practice. Pause anytime, speak with me, and let your English grow step by step.

Homework: Introduce yourself in the comments using the formula! What is your job, and what do you look forward to?

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