Business C1 · Lesson 1A
Every word and expression from this lesson — with definitions, synonyms and examples.
put on emotional protection before a difficult moment
able to be measured and checked, not just felt
coming across as consistent, unrehearsed and true to yourself
the visible confidence that comes from believing what you say
Brown's phrase for stories treated as serious evidence
polished, articulate speech
taking up physical space to signal confidence
act it long enough for it to become genuine
a small printed sheet advertising an event
the ability to stay composed in a difficult, public moment
a quiet, weighty seriousness that commands respect
the persistent feeling of not deserving one's role
communication without words — posture, gesture, facial expression
controlled composure under scrutiny, especially in high-stakes settings
the fluent, well-finished quality of an experienced professional
someone who studies meaning and experience rather than numbers
the ability to remain calm and centred, unshaken by pressure
skip the slow, difficult stages of learning
the small cues (dress, posture, vocabulary) that broadcast status
an interpersonal quality that signals approachability and trust