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This episode discusses cold calling and how to build relationships with new colleagues at work.

Do you ever have to call or email people you don't know at work? In this episode of Office English, Pippa and Phil talk about cold calling and building relationships with new people at work. Learn some helpful English phrases for contacting people you don't know. Find a transcript and subtitles at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english/250505 Want to boost your speaking skills? Try Beating Speaking Anxiety, our series to help fight your fears of speaking English: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/beating_speaking_anxiety Get our latest programmes. Subscribe to our free email newsletter https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters This programme was originally broadcast in May 2025.

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