How it sounds, upgraded
Real examples. Your words — then how a native would say them.
You said
We must to finish the report today.
Native version
We must finish the report today.
Why
Drop the 'to'. Crisp, direct — the version for a boardroom.
You said
I want to say that I disagree with this plan.
Native version
I'd push back on that, if I may.
Why
Register matters. This says confidence, not confrontation — and it gets you heard.
You said
The results are very bad this quarter.
Native version
The results fell short of our Q3 targets.
Why
Executive language owns the message rather than apologising for it.
Perfect for you if…
- ✓You're in a senior role and your language needs to match your thinking.
- ✓You present to boards, clients, or international leadership teams.
- ✓You want to master register — knowing when to be formal, diplomatic, direct.
Better fit elsewhere if…
- →You're just starting out — Sophie builds the foundation first.
- →You learn best through relaxed conversation — try Malcolm.
- →You have a specific interview or pitch this week — try Theo.
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