Business ESL lesson plans

Video-based lesson plans

Whether your lessons are online or in-person, The English Flows’ lesson plans are the ultimate time-saver for ESL teachers working with adult and Business English students. Cut down on prep work and free up your time for what truly matters – guiding, coaching, and meeting your students' unique needs. Our current and highly relatable topics will keep your students engaged before, during, and after the class. We add 7-8 new video-based ESL lesson plans each month. Ignite their curiosity and inspire them to explore the English language further!

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a person in front of an organizational chart, and a slogan "whats the best organizational structure?"

This business ESL lesson focuses on company structures and internal departments, helping learners build essential vocabulary, improve communication skills, and develop a clearer understanding of workplace organization.

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a photo of personal protective equipment and aslogan "what are the most common workplace risks?"

This Business ESL lesson is about workplace health and safety.
It is perfect for B1-level learners, and helps learners build vocabulary related to protective equipment, improve speaking fluency, develop listening comprehension, and practice the first conditional to talk about workplace health and safety.

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carbon neutral concept and a slogan "are companies buying their way out of responsibility?"

This ESL worksheet explores key topics around carbon offsets, sustainability, and corporate climate pledges.
Ideal for upper-intermediate learners, this resource includes speaking and vocabulary activities to support language development around climate change, corporate responsibility, net-zero emissions, renewable energy, and greenwashing.

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a magnet named brand attracting people and a slogan "how is your country perceived internationally?"

This ESL lesson plan introduces learners to the concept of nation branding and how countries manage their international image.
Students explore the global reputation of countries and what shapes it.
They reflect on their own country’s brand, discuss cultural exports, and evaluate global perceptions.

2:24

what causes underemployment?

This ESL worksheet explores the topic of underemployment, career planning, and employment prospects.

Designed for intermediate learners, it helps students develop career-related vocabulary, improve discussion skills, and analyze job market trends.

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