Christine Burgmer | Blog » Tips http://blog.english-trainer.de Ideas, news, tips and resources for the Business English learner Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:06:36 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Do you need help … http://blog.english-trainer.de/2011/11/do-you-need-help/ http://blog.english-trainer.de/2011/11/do-you-need-help/#comments Mon, 14 Nov 2011 19:53:01 +0000 Christine http://blog.english-trainer.de/?p=2951 … in tying a tie? Well help is on its way!

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Many people I work with often say that they don’t have time to learn English.  What about trying to get organised before breakfast?  That’s what I do …

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Here’s a great list of points to help you make a perfect presentation.  One of my favourites is: Know how to use the technology.

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How the clutch works

How to change a bicycle brake cable

How to change windscreen wiper blades

Minor plaster repairs

How to install invisible shelves

How to change your headlight

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