Learning English For Work - Office English: Cold calls

Do you ever have to call or email people you don't know at work? In this episode of Office English, Pippa and Phil talk about cold calling and building relationships with new people at work. Learn some helpful English phrases for contacting people you don't know.

Find a transcript and subtitles at:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english/250505

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This programme was originally broadcast in May 2025.

Published on Monday, 15th June 2026.

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