Buenos Aires Business Interpretations

Global Economy

My second business interpretation assignment last week pressed home just how interconnected the global economy is.

An import/export firm in Buenos Aires needed its accountant to answer questions from the accountant of a business associate in the United States.

In a tenuous telephone conference in the noisy office above the sales floor, I proceeded to bridge the understanding between the two parties. The true nature of the misunderstanding regarding accounting figures of course was not apparent until the conference began.

Skilled Consecutive Business Interpretation

A clear explanation of the ground rules at the beginning avoided any frustration during the call. Consecutive interpretation requires each party to understand the interpreter needs to complete the rendering before the other side begins to speak; otherwise, crosstalk results.

As an instructor of accounting and finance vocabulary at a local private university, familiarity with a company's financial data in both Spanish and English was a godsend. Of course, numerous business translations in the past from annual reports to monthly sales figures aided the effort.

My brother and sister interpreters play a vital role in international commerce every working day.

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English for Executives in Buenos Aires

Language of Business

English is the language of business. Whether at the office or on the road, business executives need sharp English skills to close the deal.

Business executives can benefit from improving their English skills and knowledge about their industry to assist their clients.

Your proficiency in English is tied to your career advancement usually.

Sometimes companies require a measurement of your language ability. For English, the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) may be requested.

Preparation for the specific vocabulary of your industry and TOEFL or TOEIC preparation is ideal to achieve your career goals.

Examples of Vocabulary

I am writing to… Le escribo para… El motivo de la presente…

I would be delighted to … Me / Nos encantaría …

I am enclosing … Estoy adjuntando …

Please find enclosed …Adjunto a la presente sírvase encontrar …

Enclosed you will find …Adjunto a la presente encontrará …

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For English for Business Executives or translations of business documents, email Professor Winn at mrenglish101@gmail.com. My English services include writing effective resumes, cover letters, and business letters.

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2 More Effective Email Skills

Emails are essential in communicating effectively in the global economy.

Professor Winn presents two more important email skills in Business English:

1. Uses proper spelling and punctuation.
Again, you have only one chance to make a first impression. Poor spelling and punctuation do not speak well about your company.

2. Proofread, proofread, proofread!
If all possible have a native English speaker proofread your communications. Proofreading for style, proper spelling and punctuation, and coherence is worth the investment no matter the size of the business deal.

Professor Winn is available for coaching your staff in Business English from copywriting and proofreading to translation and interpretation.

In Buenos Aires, contact Professor Winn directly for your own English classes at: 1160 461 342 or mrenglish101 (at) gmail.com. Translations (Es/Fr/Pt >En) via email may also be sent to the gmail account for prompt evaluation. Buy your English-language texts here!

4 More Key English Words to Clinch Negotiations

Here are 4 more key English words to clinch your negotiations:

1. equivalent - a proposed agreement that is different from, but equal in value to, a previous proposal

2. facilitation - a process where people, called facilitators, try to make it easier for two people to reach an agreement

3. final agreement - the results of the negotiation that everyone agrees to put into action

4. good faith - being honest about your intentions

Professor Winn can coach your staff during negotiations with English-speaking clients.

In Buenos Aires, contact Professor Winn directly for your own English classes at: 1160 461 342 or mrenglish101 (at) gmail.com. Translations (Es/Fr/Pt >En) via email may also be sent to the gmail account for prompt evaluation. Buy your English-language texts here!

3 Effective English Email Writing Skills

Email outpaces any other means of communication in the office today, according to surveys.

Writing effectively is a vital skill in any language, especially in Business English.

Here are three top skills to writing emails effectively in English:

1. Write a meaningful subject line.
Time is of the essence in the fast-paced global economy. Let your recipient know immediately the matter at hand.

2. Keep the message focused and readable.
In other words, make your email short and sweet as we say in English. Shakespeare said it better - Brevity is the soul of wit. Never write like you speak. Cover your key points and watch out for wordiness.

3. Write in active voice.
Engage your reader. Write in the active voice! Instead of "the document will be sent by Friday," write "Marketing will send the document by Friday."

Hire Professor Winn for all your English Services from writing emails, reports, and other documents to translation and interpretation. Get your competitive advantage in the global economy today. Communicate effectively in English!

In Buenos Aires, contact Professor Winn directly for your own English classes at: 1160 461 342 or mrenglish101 (at) gmail.com. Translations (Es/Fr/Pt >En) via email may also be sent to the gmail account for prompt evaluation. Buy your English-language texts here!

Telephone English II

In our previous post, we discussed how essential proper Telephone English Etiquette is to your bottom line.

In particular, Professor Winn can coach your team to effectively handle your telephone communications in English.

In a structured program for your staff, Professor Winn covers the vital skills necessary to welcome English-speaking callers to your business and handling their requests for your staff.

Some but not all of these skill components in English telephone etiquette are:

• Answering the phone
• Introducing yourself
• Asking to speak with someone
• Connecting someone
• Making special requests
• Taking and Leaving a message for someone

Business English is a growing discipline given the role of the language in international commerce and its status of lingua franca for default communications between business partners across the globe who speak different languages.

Increase your global competitiveness and hire Professor Winn as your English coach today!

In Buenos Aires, contact Professor Winn directly for your own English classes at: 1160 461 342 or mrenglish101 (at) gmail.com. Translations (Es/Fr/Pt >En) via email may also be sent to the gmail account for prompt evaluation. Buy your English-language texts here!

Telephone English I

Telephone English is vital for effective business communications.

As the saying goes, you have only one chance to make a first impression. Every caller to your company is your potential next customer.

Therefore, proper English telephone etiquette is essential.

Helpful phrases for general greetings during the day like "good morning" or "good afternoon"are key to setting a friendly tone from the beginning.

Of course, listening intently and understanding the caller's request naturally is important. Phrases such as "How may I help you?"or "One moment, please" let the caller know you empathize and care about the conversation.

Practicing English telephone etiquette with a native, like Professor Winn, and learning the key phrases to handling a call to your business, are investments every business should make. He can coach you or your staff in proper telephone conversations in English to increase your competitiveness in our global economy.

Professor Winn offers other English Services for businesses from writing effective emails and reports to interpreting for Spanish-English meetings.

In Buenos Aires, contact Professor Winn directly for your own English classes at: 1160 461 342 or mrenglish101 (at) gmail.com. Translations (Es/Fr/Pt >En) via email may also be sent to the gmail account for prompt evaluation. Buy your English-language texts here!

Kicking Up Business English

Around the world, there are an estimated one billion people learning English as a second language.

The English language is the lingua franca for business, and a good command of English will definitely give a competitive advantage in business or one's career. Having the confidence and ability to speak Business English is one way of enhancing your potential for earning by making you stand out for career advancement or promotions.

That is fact here in the "Paris of South America or around the world.

In today's world, bilingualism is an asset.

Business English could be classified as English for Specific Purposes (ESP), but has grown into a subsector on its on in the teaching discipline. From marketing to international finance, Business

English encompasses a broad array of fields and requires an expanding vocabulary.

Thankfully an educated native speaker professor with a varied business background can provide the knowledge, business culture, and conversation practice to train a student properly for the global economy.

Are you ready to kick up your Business English? Hire Professor Winn today to get started on a different career path or vie for a promotion in your current field - mrenglish101@gmail.com.

Broader English Services such as interview preparation or creating a spot-on resume are also offered.

In Buenos Aires, contact Professor Winn directly for your own English classes at: 1160 461 342 or mrenglish101 (at) gmail.com. Translations (Es/Fr/Pt >En) via email may also be sent to the gmail account for prompt evaluation. Buy your English-language texts here!

Happy 2009 to our Colleagues and Friends

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

We would like to thank you for the trust that you have bestowed on us, entrusting us, among other things, with our English Services, including our signature services of English classes and translations in the following fields:

*Banking and finance
*IT
*Legal (technical and medical patents)
*Medicine
*Telecommunications
* International Relations/Government

Thank you also for raising the bar for us, which helps us to develop and improve our services. We're ready for 2009!

Compared to previous years, projects in 2008 were much more multifaceted and involved many problems. They required not only translation skills but also thorough knowledge in each respective field. We will do everything possible this year to support you in solving all the various problems faced. We always rise to the challenge!

We are aware that the New Year brings new challenges. Therefore, we are keeping track of the market situation in order to be able to meet your expectations. Any suggestions from your part are, of course, very welcome, as they will enable us to become more familiar with the everyday problems that you encounter and to better prepare our entire team to face and resolve them together.

Recall we offer a host of English Services including editing, proofreading, resume and interview preparation, TOEFL/IELTS preparation, writing sophisticated copy in original English and of course our signature services: English-language classes and translations from Spanish, French, and Portuguese to English, our native language. Here's to a happy and prosperous 2009!

In Buenos Aires, contact Professor Winn directly for your own English classes at: 1160 461 342 or mrenglish101 (at) gmail.com. Translations (Es/Fr/Pt >En) via email may also be sent to the gmail account for prompt evaluation. Buy your English-language texts here!