When we are learning a new language, carrying on a conversation can be difficult.It is even harder when there is the added pressure of doing a job well using the new language.One of our readers, Emre, works at a job that requires him to talk with customers in English.He recently asked for advice on how he can improve his listening skills.There are probably many other readers who use English in their daily work, too.So today, we will suggest some simple learning strategies to improve your ability to listen and carry on conversations.A learning strategy can be a thought or an action you take to make learning easier.Here are four strategies for you to consider.Predict. The first strategy is to predict what you will hear.Maybe your customers sometimes say they have problems with placing an order on your website.You can think about the ways they usually ask about that problem.What words do they often use in that kind of conversation? For example, customers may often use the word "order."Focus. The next strategy is to prepare a list of those words and listen for them when a customer begins talking with you.