About this episode
This episode teaches how to effectively delegate tasks and give instructions in a workplace setting.
Learn how to give instructions to other people at work who might be able to help with your workload. Find a transcript and subtitles at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english/250421 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 April 2025.
Topics covered
- delegating
- office English
- work instructions
- communication skills
- workload management
Keywords
- delegating
- office English
- instructions
- workload
- speaking skills
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: BBC News
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