Learn English - 4 Tips On How To Address Your Colleagues In English - Business English

Generally, people working together have to address each other in a formal way. But it should be in a respectful term. So today we will discuss some ways to address colleagues  and seniors at work in English.  

Nevertheless, although written rules differ from one company or circumstances to another, they still exist. Violating them may not cost you your job, but if you are too formal it may make you appear distant or rude; if you are too familiar it can seem presumptuous. (This paragraph needs to be broken down and explained to you later. The edited version is below)

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Whether you are in a leadership position or work as part of a team, praising your co-workers can increase their feelings of satisfaction in the workplace and help create a positive work environment. Using positive words and phrases to describe specific characters and behaviour can show them that you notice details about their performance. 

• Why should you use positive words to describe coworkers - using positive words to describe your coworkers can help them feel more confident, motivated and encouraged. 

1. Institute a reward system 
2. Make your work environment as welcoming as possible 
3. Talk to your employees in a formal and a little bit of a familiar way. 

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• Essential etiquette tips for addressing people - As you start practicing greetings make sure you understand some basic etiquette tips. 

1. When in doubt use formal language 
2. Learn cultural difference ( the standards for addressing people change depending on where you are)
3. Eye contact and handshake   

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Overall formal greetings are used as a sign of respect while informal greetings show that you are familiar and comfortable with the person. 

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But don't be too hard on yourself if you get confused every once in a while. 

One of the top methods to learn the different ways of addressing people in English is to see and hear it modeled by a native English speaker. 

When you are in a professional situation it's best to use formal greetings and phrases. 

Keep in mind that certain professions have their own titles. When addressing a doctor or a professor,  for example Dr. and prof , you should use these terms even if they are your colleagues. 

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We have listed below some important greetings to know 

• Mr. + Last name - use this formal greetings for males 

For example: "Good morning, Mr Sharma."

• Mrs. + Last name - Traditionally, this is the formal greeting for married women. 

For example : "How are you, Mrs. Aggarwal."

• Miss + Last Name/First Name - A formal greeting used for an unmarried female. 

For example:  "Hello , Miss Shruti. Or Hello Miss Gupta." 

• Doctor + Last Name - use this greeting if you are addressing a medical doctor or someone who holds a Ph.D 

For example : "See you tomorrow, Dr. Prasad."

• Professor + Last Name - in a University setting , most professionals are greeted with this term instead of Mrs, Ms or Mr.

For example: "I have a class with professor Bansal today." 

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These are a few ways you can use to address your colleagues and coworkers in English. But, if you face any difficulties while communicating in English effectively you can learn it from SpeakoClub app. It is considered as one of the best English learning apps. You can learn English communication online from your home or anywhere. You can download it from Play Store. 

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