This is NOT another English textbook.
You know English. You’ve studied the grammar, memorized the vocabulary, and passed every language test. So why does it still feel like no understands you?

Ready to Sound More Professional?
Give Me Tea, Please: Practical Ingredients for Tasteful Language teaches you what English classes never did: how to control tone, navigate corporate politics, and use language strategically in professional settings.
Inside Give Me Tea, Please, you will understand the Four Tonal Categories in Business English (Formal, Informal, Direct, Indirect). You will learn the hidden impact of words like “you,” “what,” and “want” in professional communication. Mastering the balance between confidence and politeness, as well as clarity and nuance, will fix the small language mistakes that make a BIG difference in how you are perceived at work.
This isn’t about learning more English. It’s about using the English you already know—better.
You need Give Me Tea, Please if...
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...you are a non-native professionals who work in English and needs to sound polished, confident, and respectable.
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...you are a smart, capable professional who feels ignored in meetings and email threads because their English "sounds off."
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...you are an executive, consultant, or business owner who wants their words to carry weight—without awkwardness.
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...you are an international employee who struggles with the hidden rules of workplace English.
Business English isn’t just about grammar—it’s about power.
The workplace is full of unspoken rules about written and spoken Business English. If you don't know them, you won't command them.

IS THIS YOU?
I know English, but my words don’t have the power, clarity, or professionalism I want.
Most non-native professionals don’t realize that tone can matter more than grammar in workplace English. If your tone is too direct, you sound rude. If your tone is too indirect, you sound too junior. If your tone is too formal, you sound cold. And if it’s too informal, you lose credibility. This book teaches you how to adjust your tone strategically—so you can control how people perceive you and respond to you in any situation.

IS THIS YOU?
I feel like I’m being overlooked at work because my English doesn’t project confidence and authority.
In professional environments, what you say is only part of the equation—how you say it defines your authority. Many non-native speakers struggle to sound like leaders, even when they have the skills, because their English is too hesitant, too polite, or too uncertain. This book teaches you executive-level communication strategies so that people see you as someone worth listening to.

IS THIS YOU?
My emails and conversations don’t get the results I want—people misunderstand me, ignore me, or push back.
Many non-native speakers struggle with sounding too blunt in English, which can make requests feel like demands. Others over-apologize or hedge too much, making them seem unsure of themselves. This book teaches you how to phrase things in a way that gets results—whether it’s asking for something, providing feedback, or handling workplace disagreements.
Start communicating like a true leader.
If you ever feel that your English sounds too direct, too formal, or “not quite right,” this book will show you exactly why—and how to fix it.
I already know English. Will Give Me Tea, Please still help me?
Is this just another Business English book?
No! This book is about how to use the English you already know more effectively. It doesn’t teach grammar—it teaches strategy.
How can I ensure that my English communication reflects confidence and professionalism in a business setting?
Confidence in English isn’t about speaking perfectly—it’s about using the right tone. Give Me Tea, Please teaches you how to adjust your phrasing, structure, and word choice so that your emails, meetings, and presentations project authority and professionalism.
What some strategies can I employ to adapt my communication style to different cultural contexts within the workplace?
Different cultures perceive English differently. Some prefer direct communication, while others value politeness and subtlety. This book helps you navigate formal, informal, direct, and indirect English so that you can adapt seamlessly, no matter where you work.
How does Give Me Tea, Please address the nuances of tone and politeness that are often challenging for non-native speakers?
Many non-native speakers struggle with tone—sounding too aggressive, too hesitant, or too formal without realizing it. This book dissects real-life examples, provides sentence templates, and offers adjustments that make your English sound polished and natural.
How can I apply the lessons from this book to real-life scenarios, such as negotiations, presentations, and team collaborations?
Every chapter includes practical strategies and templates you can use immediately—how to phrase emails, how to assert yourself in meetings, and how to ask for what you want without sounding rude or weak.
What are the common pitfalls non-native professionals face in business communication, and how does this book help in overcoming them?
Many professionals unknowingly use English in ways that sound demanding, passive, or awkward—even though their grammar is correct. This book teaches you how to eliminate these hidden mistakes and make your English work for you.
How does understanding the subtleties of English tone and phrasing impact my career advancement and relationships with colleagues?
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