The Business Brief Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:01:23 -0600 en-us © 2026 The Business Brief yes 55b0b258-bfbe-5af2-af3c-674a810731d1 thebusinessbriefpodcast@gmail.com Carlos episodic false The Business Brief is a weekly Business English podcast for intermediate English learners (B1–B2) who want to communicate with confidence at work.

Each short episode is inspired by real-world business, money, and career stories. You'll learn practical Business English vocabulary and expressions, improve your listening skills, and practice speaking with a quick challenge—all in just a few minutes.

Whether you're preparing for meetings, job interviews, presentations, or everyday workplace conversations, The Business Brief helps you build the English skills you need to succeed professionally.

New episodes are released every week, so you can keep improving your Business English one brief at a time.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Carlos thebusinessbriefpodcast@gmail.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/dvru2zbo6gq4inft3iqvm3ztlh57?.jpg The Business Brief Career Goals & Promotions Career Goals & Promotions In this episode, Sarah explores the next step in her professional journey. Learn useful Business English expressions like career path, get promoted, and long-term goals while listening to a workplace conversation and practicing your speaking skills.

]]> In this episode, Sarah explores the next step in her professional journey. Learn useful Business English expressions like career path, get promoted, and long-term goals while listening to a workplace conversation and practicing your speaking skills.

]]> Carlos Buzzsprout-19811646 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0600 263 full false My Worst Spending Habit My Worst Spending Habit In this episode, James discovers how small everyday purchases can add up. Learn useful Business English expressions like impulse buying, waste money, and break a habit while listening to his story and practicing your speaking skills.

]]> In this episode, James discovers how small everyday purchases can add up. Learn useful Business English expressions like impulse buying, waste money, and break a habit while listening to his story and practicing your speaking skills.

]]> Buzzsprout-19701787 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:00:00 -0600 260 full false Planning a Monthly Budget Planning a Monthly Budget Do you ever reach the end of the month and wonder where all your money went? In this episode, we follow James, a small coffee shop owner who decides it's time to take control of his finances with a simple but powerful tool — a monthly budget. You'll learn three practical Business English expressions: stick to a budget, set limits, and track expenses. Listen to a real conversation, practice speaking, and pick up a tip that works for both personal finances and small businesses.

]]> Do you ever reach the end of the month and wonder where all your money went? In this episode, we follow James, a small coffee shop owner who decides it's time to take control of his finances with a simple but powerful tool — a monthly budget. You'll learn three practical Business English expressions: stick to a budget, set limits, and track expenses. Listen to a real conversation, practice speaking, and pick up a tip that works for both personal finances and small businesses.

]]> Carlos Buzzsprout-19671975 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0600 247 full false Getting Out of Debt Getting Out of Debt Earning a good salary doesn't always mean financial freedom. In this episode, we follow Michael, a software developer who discovered that even a steady income couldn't protect him from the stress of loans and credit card debt. You'll learn three essential Business English expressions: pay off debt, owe money, and financial pressure. Listen to his story, practice speaking, and pick up a practical tip to help you stay motivated on your journey to becoming debt-free.

]]> Earning a good salary doesn't always mean financial freedom. In this episode, we follow Michael, a software developer who discovered that even a steady income couldn't protect him from the stress of loans and credit card debt. You'll learn three essential Business English expressions: pay off debt, owe money, and financial pressure. Listen to his story, practice speaking, and pick up a practical tip to help you stay motivated on your journey to becoming debt-free.

]]> Buzzsprout-19638146 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:00:00 -0600 249 full false Asking for a Raise Asking for a Raise The Business Brief – Episode 5: Asking for a Raise
Asking for a raise can feel intimidating — but with the right preparation, it doesn't have to be. In this episode, we follow Sarah as she gets ready for one of the most important conversations of her career. You'll learn three essential Business English expressions: deserve a raise, performance review, and negotiate your salary. Listen to a real conversation with an HR manager, practice speaking, and pick up a tip that will help you walk into that meeting with confidence.

]]> The Business Brief – Episode 5: Asking for a Raise
Asking for a raise can feel intimidating — but with the right preparation, it doesn't have to be. In this episode, we follow Sarah as she gets ready for one of the most important conversations of her career. You'll learn three essential Business English expressions: deserve a raise, performance review, and negotiate your salary. Listen to a real conversation with an HR manager, practice speaking, and pick up a tip that will help you walk into that meeting with confidence.

]]> Carlos Buzzsprout-19564724 Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0600 291 full false How I Started Saving Money How I Started Saving Money Episode 4: How I Started Saving Money

Good habits don't happen overnight — they're built one small decision at a time. In this episode, we follow Sarah, a marketing specialist who realized she was earning well but saving nothing. You'll learn three practical Business English expressions: start saving, build a habit, and cut back on spending. Listen to her story, practice speaking, and pick up a tip that could change the way you think about your paycheck.

]]> Episode 4: How I Started Saving Money

Good habits don't happen overnight — they're built one small decision at a time. In this episode, we follow Sarah, a marketing specialist who realized she was earning well but saving nothing. You'll learn three practical Business English expressions: start saving, build a habit, and cut back on spending. Listen to her story, practice speaking, and pick up a tip that could change the way you think about your paycheck.

]]> Carlos Buzzsprout-19526685 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0600 204 full false Talking About Rent & Expenses Talking About Rent & Expenses Moving into your first apartment comes with a lot of new financial responsibilities. In this episode, we follow Daniel as he prepares to manage rent, utilities, and everyday costs for the first time. You'll learn three essential Business English expressions: monthly expenses, share costs, and live within your means. Listen to a real conversation, practice speaking, and pick up a smart tip to help you take control of your finances.

]]> Moving into your first apartment comes with a lot of new financial responsibilities. In this episode, we follow Daniel as he prepares to manage rent, utilities, and everyday costs for the first time. You'll learn three essential Business English expressions: monthly expenses, share costs, and live within your means. Listen to a real conversation, practice speaking, and pick up a smart tip to help you take control of your finances.

]]> Carlos Buzzsprout-19492905 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0600 207 full false My First Salary Mistake My First Salary Mistake The Business Brief – Episode 2: My First Salary Mistake

Getting your first paycheck is exciting — but what happens when the money disappears faster than expected? In this episode, you'll learn three practical Business English expressions to talk about money and financial decisions: spend money on, regret buying, and learn a lesson. Listen to a real-life story, practice speaking, and pick up a smart tip to help you make better financial choices.

]]> The Business Brief – Episode 2: My First Salary Mistake

Getting your first paycheck is exciting — but what happens when the money disappears faster than expected? In this episode, you'll learn three practical Business English expressions to talk about money and financial decisions: spend money on, regret buying, and learn a lesson. Listen to a real-life story, practice speaking, and pick up a smart tip to help you make better financial choices.

]]> Carlos Buzzsprout-19458709 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0600 212 full false Starting a New Job Starting a New Job The Business Brief – Episode 1: Starting a New Job

Starting a new job can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. In this episode, you'll learn three essential Business English expressions to help you navigate your first day with confidence: get hired, first impression, and settle in. Listen to a short dialogue, practice speaking, and pick up a practical tip to help you succeed in any new workplace.

]]> The Business Brief – Episode 1: Starting a New Job

Starting a new job can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. In this episode, you'll learn three essential Business English expressions to help you navigate your first day with confidence: get hired, first impression, and settle in. Listen to a short dialogue, practice speaking, and pick up a practical tip to help you succeed in any new workplace.

]]> Carlos Buzzsprout-19437889 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0600 201 full false Trailer Trailer Welcome to The Business Brief- Your Weekly Business English Podcast

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