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English for talking to your boss

Does a 1:1 with your boss in English make you nervous? Here are the phrases for asking for feedback, raising a problem and even bringing up a raise gracefully — practice them out loud while the tutor corrects your pronunciation.

Key phrases

Do you have a minute to talk?
Low-pressure opener for any work conversation.
Could I get some feedback on how I'm doing?
Managers rate people who ask this higher, not lower.
What should I prioritize this week?
Turns an overwhelming week into a clear plan.
I've run into a problem and I'd like your advice.
Frames bad news as problem-solving, not complaining.
Could we push the deadline to Friday?
Ask before the deadline, never after it.
I'd like to talk about my salary.
Book a proper meeting for this, not a hallway chat.
Based on my results this year, I think a raise would be fair.
Anchor the ask in results, not in needs.

Tip: "I have a doubt" sounds like you distrust someone. When something is unclear at work, say "I have a question" or just "Quick question...".

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