Business English Expressions at Work

Episode 9: Episode 79: Pushing Back Politely Without Sounding Weak | Expressions at Work


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In this episode of Expressions at Work, we focus on a critical professional skill: pushing back politely.

In international and fast-paced workplaces, agreeing too quickly can lead to overload, missed deadlines, and frustration. Strong professionals know how to push back clearly — without sounding defensive, negative, or weak.

In this episode, you’ll learn practical business expressions such as:

  • acknowledge the request

  • reframe the conversation

  • flag a concern early

  • set boundaries

  • buy time

  • offer an alternative

    This episode is ideal for professionals, managers, and advanced English learners who want to communicate limits confidently while maintaining strong working relationships.

    🎧 Listen now and learn how to protect your priorities without creating friction.

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