About this episode
This episode discusses the importance of setting boundaries at work and the appropriateness of saying no.
Is it OK to say no at work? In this episode of Office English, Pippa and Phil talk about setting boundaries at work. Find a transcript and subtitles at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english/250407 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.
People in this episode
Hosts: Pippa, Phil
Topics covered
- office English
- setting boundaries
- work communication
- saying no
- professional skills
Keywords
- saying no
- office English
- work boundaries
- communication skills
- professionalism
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: BBC News
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