09/07/2020
I've been inactive for a long time, but not sleeping. We've been working on values, a vision and a mission. We've been updating our services to embrace transformational coaching models. I've been developing a wonderful team of teachers to innovate even more. I'm still learning from their experience and wisdom. And we're still excited to be working with many amazing clients who continue to inspire and motivate us. Hoping to restart the YouTube channel very soon. In the meantime, check out our video on values.
NCBE (Neil Collins Business English) Epic Values
You deserve something EPIC. We believe in adhering to these EPIC values: Engage, Personalize, Impact, Collaborate. 1) Engage: We are committed to keeping you...
14/12/2017
The holiday season is generally great for business. But do you know how to talk to an English speaking customer when they have a problem? If not, you could be alienating your English speaking customers. Watch the video for one quick example.
How to help a customer in English/ Wie kann mann einen Kunden auf Englisch helfen!
Hi, all. I know many of you work in retail and have to speak with a lot of tourists or international customers. Did you know that the usual way to deal with ...
04/12/2017
At this time of the year, everybody is SO busy. You need quick tips to improve your business English, like...10 phrases you can use in your emails. Start using them today! Have a great Monday.
Top 10 email phrases with HOPE
In business English, email is hugely important. But, you normally don't have time to spend on every single email. You need to be able to write short, quick a...
18/08/2017
Your English may be good. But do you know how to end a telephone conversation politely? Here are 3 things you can do. And 3 things you shouldn't do.
3 Tipps ein Telefongespräch höflich zu beenden/ 3 tips to end a phone conversation politely
At Neil Collins, Business English we do a lot of telephone English training. It's important to be able to end a conversation in a polite and appropriate way....
11/08/2017
Normally only the youngsters/ yoof make these types of youtube videos. But...a subscriber asked me for personal info about my past, so your wish is my command. Oh, and you can use these questions in your small talk situations too. Happy Friday everyone.
Über deine Vergangenheit sprechen: PART 2
This is part two of the video where I talk about my past. If you haven't seen part 1, here it is: https://youtu.be/TKxlT5o3gVU In this video, I'll talk about...
03/08/2017
If you don't know what to ask people in small talk situations, here are a few ideas to ask people about their past.
Über deine Vergangenheit sprechen: past simple
A subscriber asked me to practise some small talk and talk about my past. So, in this video, I'll answer some questions about my early life and my school tim...
27/07/2017
Another quick test for you: When do we use "ride"? And when do we use "drive"? Watch the video to check your answers or to find out.
Ride and drive. What's the difference?
A subscriber asked me to make a video explaining the difference between ride and drive. So, that's exactly what I'll do here. I'll explain some differences b...
22/07/2017
Do an intensive English course this summer. There's still time! Just send me an email now: [email protected]
Why? Watch the video and find out.
3 Reasons to do an intensive English course/ 3 Gründe für ein Intensivkurs Englisch
Are you thinking about doing an intensive English course? Are you wondering what the benefits are? Well, have a look at this video and find out. I'll tell yo...
19/07/2017
Mein erstes Video auf Deutsch. Warum man Meetings auf Englisch führen soll und wie kann man damit anfangen.
Warum man Meetings auf Englisch führen muss und wie kann man damit anfangen
Warum soll man Meetings auf english führen und wie kann man damit anfangen. Die sind die Themen für mein erstes Video auf Deutsch. In diesen Video erkläre ic...
13/07/2017
Quick test:
Is it "on", "in", or "by" the bus?
What about, Is it "on", "in", or "by" my bike?
And finally, do you come to work "on", "in", or "by" train?
Watch this short video to check your answers.
https://youtu.be/8EWsZx0SbuA
English prepositions: in, on, or by with transport
Prepositions are a huge part of English. In 20 years of teaching, hundreds of students have ask questions about them. When do we use "on"? When do we use "in...