Smart English Coach

Why do lots of motivated people stop learning English?In this episode, I share the story of a student who went from shy to confident in three months - and how this progress helped him to create 'momentum' in his English.This episode is for you if you feel that studying English is like a task, rather than something to enjoy!Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

How can you become more confident when you speak English?In this episode, guest Elena Mutonono talks about how to make language learning sustainable, and why it's so important to practise speaking.Find out why traditional English classes and activities don't always help to improve speaking, and why 'voice chat programs' are a great way to get more fluent and confident.Elena also gives some great tips for learning English on your own, which don't involve AI.Vocabulary noteshustle = a lot of energetic activitysustainable = something that can be maintained over timeburn out = become exhausted through doing something for too longequate = be the same as something elsebe in a bind = be in a difficult situationLink in this episodeelenamutonono.comSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

3 days, 6 English teachers, people from more than 25 countries... the Professional English Summit was dedicated to helping you get ahead in your career.Even though the talks were on different aspects of professional English, the same themes came up again and again.In this episode, I share the five insights that I hope will inspire you and your professional English journey.Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, guest speaker Lindsay McMahon explains why our goal in learning a language should be to connect with people - rather than to be perfect.She talks about the best ways to deal with mistakes in English, and also shares her three strategies for success in English and in our careers.Lindsay is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where she'll explain how to build great relationships through English.The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here:https://smartenglishcoach.com/summitSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Job interviews are very stressful - especially if English isn't your first language. But there are ways to make the most of your multilingual abilities.In this episode, guest Kristine Knutter talks about the importance of mindset in your interview, and shares some strategies for showing your unique strengths as a speaker of more than one language. (You'll also learn which accents are considered the most romantic for Americans!)Kristine is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where she'll share many more ideas and examples to succeed in your job applications.The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here:https://smartenglishcoach.com/summitSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Why is it that you can understand what you read in English very well - but you can't easily understand what you hear?In this episode, guest Lucy Tilney talks about the connection between listening, pronunciation and memory, and shares her strategies for understanding fast spoken English.Lucy is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where she'll share many more ideas to improve your English listening and pronunciation.The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here:https://smartenglishcoach.com/summitSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, guest speaker Craig Wealand explains how to give a good presentation in English - and the biggest mistakes to avoid.He shares some ways to present both in person and online so that your audience stay interested in what you're saying.Craig is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where he'll share many more ideas to give a great presentation in English.The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here:https://smartenglishcoach.com/summitSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, guest speaker Hannah Yurk explains how to speak confidently in English meetings.She shares some ways to reframe the way you think about your English so that you feel less anxious in meetings. She also has some great tips for preparing for meetings so that you can increase your confidence.Hannah Yurk is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where she'll share three things to do if you forget a word in a meeting.The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here:https://smartenglishcoach.com/summitSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, guest speaker Maurice Jeths explains how to create a presentation in English where your ideas flow logically, and where you can connect with your audience.He shares some ideas to help you present with confidence and fluency, so that even the 'Question and Answer' section of your presentation is easy and comfortable for you!Maurice Jeths is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where he'll share five techniques to present with confidence and fluency. The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here:https://smartenglishcoach.com/summitSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Speaking English can be so much more than doing a classroom exercise.Imagine how it feels when people want to find out more about you, when they listen to you and encourage you.That's the power of curiosity and connection. These two things bring people together and create ways for easier and more satisfying conversations.In this podcast episode, I talk about a recent lesson in the English Fluency Club where curiosity and connection led to some amazing conversations in English. I also share a few ways for you to get the same results.Link in this episodeJoin the English Fluency Club to activate your curiosity and connection!Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

‘Netflix is not your teacher!'I hear this comment a lot, but is it true? Can Netflix help you learn English?In this episode, I talk about three times when Netflix is a great choice. But rather than just watching or listening passively, choose an activity that will really improve your English. Get my suggestions for three types of learning activities you can do with Netflix.Vocabulary in this episodecome down to (phrasal verb) = when something is the most important factor"It all comes down to your goals."lifelong learner = when you learn throughout your life"As an lifelong Italian learner ..."So if you love the idea of watching your favourite TV show, or finding out more about the world through documentaries, Netflix should be high on your list. When you combine it with any one of the three activities I suggest, it will also be a fantastic English learning tool as well!Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Confidence in your English is the start of a better life.This sounds like a very strong statement, but I've seen people who are confident in their English go on to make huge changes in other areas of their life.In this episode, I share two reasons why confidence in your English is so important and I show you, step-by-step, how being confident when you speak can lead you to the life you want.Vocabulary in this episodeto boost your confidence = to increase your confidencea growth mindset = the belief that you can improve and reach your goalsLink in this episodeEnglish Fluency Breakthrough - my new program to help you gain confidence, fluency and vocabulary.Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

When I ask people about their biggest problem in English, they almost always say that it's fluency.But what's surprising is that even people with a high level of English say that they don't feel fluent.In this episode, I talk about why fluency is a problem, and I also share five strategies that I use with my students.Link in episodeIn March I'm starting my new group program "English Fluency Breakthrough". Leave your email here if you'd like more information - and to get an early bird discount.Vocabulary notesstakes = when the prize is high if you succeed"In a high-stakes situation like a job interview, you need to show your best qualities."ad-hoc = when something is necessary"I deal with grammar mistakes on an ad-hoc basis."to dumb down = to make something easier to understand, often to appeal to more people (negative connotation)"You don't need to dumb down your English."Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Learning English has its 'ups and downs', and it can sometimes be difficult to feel 'empowered', or 'in control' of the language learning process. This can make you feel demotivated.In this episode, I share three strategies that can make you feel more in control, so that learning English is enjoyable, rather than frustrating.Link in this episodeIn March, I'm starting my first group programme to help you feel confident and fluent in English. Get more details (and an early bird discount) here:smartenglishcoach.com/groupSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Learning English is different from learning other skills, and you'll have both 'ups' and 'downs' as you learn. It can be frustrating to feel you aren't always making progress, and in this episode I share my thoughts on why you experience 'downs' and what you can do about it.Links in this episodeYou are not alone when you learn English! Join The English Fluency Club - a welcoming place to connect with other English learners, to share your experiences and to feel understood!Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Smart English Coach podcast!This episode is for you if you're an introvert and a naturally shy person. How can you get fluent in English if you prefer to be on your own, rather than with other people?I share some useful strategies to help you build your fluency in ways that feel comfortable to you. (If you're an extrovert, you might find these ideas useful as well!)Vocabulary noteto blurt out = say something suddenly, without thinking. You "blurt out a secret", for example.Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

How do you choose which activities to do in English, or which teachers to follow, when there's so much choice?This is a really good question to ask, so that you can avoid confusion and overwhelm.In this episode, discover the four questions you can ask yourself in order to choose what to study. Your answers to these questions will help you to stay motivated and they'll also help you to continue making progress in English.Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Maurice Jeths speaks seven languages, so he knows the best methods for learning languages quickly.In this episode, find out- his top five methods for fluency, and- how personalised feedback can help you move up levelsMaurice uses personalised feedback in his voice chat programs, to help people feel motivated by making rapid progress.Find out more about how Maurice can help you here:Information via Google FormOn LinkedInSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

We often criticise ourselves for not being 'good enough', but self-criticism can destroy confidence. So in this episode I share my 'C.R.A.P' method to reduce self-criticism and frustration with your English.Yes - you read that correctly! Self-criticism is so damaging, that it deserves the 'crap' word!I share four steps you can take to restore your confidence in your English and to enjoy your achievements.Vocabulary notesGive yourself some leeway = room for free movementCut yourself some slack = forgive yourself for mistakesSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

If you had to choose between fluency and accuracy in English, which would you choose? Speaking without hesitation, or speaking without mistakes?Many people would probably choose fluency - but it's a little more complicated than that!In this episode, I share my ideas on- the 'deeper' reasons why fluency is often the main goal- why some mistakes are more important than others- two things you can do if you can't correct your mistakesVocabulary notesdig deeper = find the deeper reasons for somethingfilter out = not hear / ignoreiron out = eliminateSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Inspiration is a really positive emotion for learning English as it can motivate you and give you a goal.In this episode, I share some ways that you can use inspiration to make progress in English. It's a short episode, which was 'inspired' by a comment by a student!Vocabulary role-model = someone who provides a 'model' for you to followreverse engineering = when you work backwards from a resultSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Jason Levine (also known as "Fluency MC") combines learning English with rap, and his English 'shows' in schools help students become more confident and more fluent in English.In this episode, he shares why he started writing songs to help English students in New York with the TOEFL test.Find out:- how rhythm and rhyme can help you to learn English (and why our brains love music so much!)- why rap is one of the best music types for learning English- why you don't need to be able to sing!As a special bonus, Jason also demonstrates part of his song "Get A Life". How many collocations with "get" did you hear?Find out more about Jason here:Jason's YouTube channelGet A LifeJason is also giving a talk at the English Fluency Summit - a free online event. Get your invitation here (and make sure you come to Jason's talk!)English Fluency SummitSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, special guest Craig Wealand (from inglespodcast.com) shares six ways of getting more fluent in English. Craig is a very experienced English teacher that you might remember from the Advanced English Summit in April.Craig's six fluency tips range from 'paid' to 'free',  and in this episode you'll find out:- a surprising way to get English conversation practice- three ways to make sure an English course is right for you- three free - but super effective - ways to get more fluent in EnglishBut there's more!Craig is one of the speakers at the new English Fluency Summit in September this year. He'll be giving 12 tips for English fluency - don't miss his talk!The English Fluency Summit is completely free, and you can get your access here:The English Fluency SummitSee you there!Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Do you have a gameplan (strategy) for improving your English?In this episode, I share a simple - but very effective - 'gameplan' that I heard about from a student recently.It was effective, because it brought spectacular results in quite a short period of time.If you don't have a gameplan for English, I also give you a five-step plan to create your own!Send us a Text Message.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

If you have a big goal in English, it's a good idea to divide it into smaller steps. But there's something else you can do, so that you feel inspired and motivated at each step. This extra tool for goal-setting is called "coaching circles", and it's extremely powerful.In this episode find out:- what 'coaching circles' are, and why they're so good for helping you make progress in English without stress- how to use them for writing an English CV- how they can help you build your confidence step by stepMore resources from the episodeIf you'd like more resources for writing a CV, check out my ebook and course:How To Write A CV - ebook on Amazon. (Get 10% free as a sample)English For Your Career - a complete guide & self-study course for writing a CV, plus bonus chapter with powerful verbsSend us a Text Message.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Why should you choose self-study English courses over 'classroom' textbooks or online resources?In this podcast, I share three reasons why self-study courses can be a great option if you're learning English on your own.There's actually a fourth reason why it's a really good time to invest in your English this week!Check out the link below to get my special 50% discount!https://smartenglishcoach.com/offerSend us a Text Message.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Journalling is an amazingly effective, free way to improve all areas of your English. It helps not just with vocabulary and writing, but also with your speaking skills and confidence.In this episode, Sarah Morgan shares her best tips for using journalling. Find out:- what journalling is- how she used it to build confidence- how to start journalling - and to keep going at itSarah is going to show you exactly how you can use it at the 'Relax Into Your English' digital retreat (19 and 20 July). You can join for free here:Relax Into Your EnglishGet in touch with Sarah! Sarah regularly shares tips on journalling in English and on confidence.Sarah's websiteSarah's InstagramSend us a Text Message.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

How can you improve your English almost instantly? Anna Connelly, from the Confident Business English podcast shows us three simple ideas with a huge impact! In this episode, find out:- three ways to improve your English quickly- how these ways help you to 'automate' and simplify your English where possible- how these ways help you to have more professional and effective conversationsIn fact, these three ideas are so good that I asked Anna for a bonus fourth tip!Links in this episodeMake sure you listen to Anna's podcast. She gives lots of useful advice and strategies, especially if you use English at work.Confident Business English PodcastGet 11 English quick wins from Anna to increase your confidence and speaking. (It's completely free!)11 Business English Quick WinsSend us a Text Message.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

How do you become a successful English speaker? At school you learnt grammar rules and vocabulary, but to keep making progress, how you feel about English is important.In this episode, I talk about three emotions that will help you learn English successfully. The episode is based on what I see my students doing, and on my own experience of learning languages.You'll find out:- the emotions that help you learn, and- examples of how to use them to your advantageSend us a Text Message.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

When there's so much advice and so many strategies for learning English, which do you choose? How can you avoid confusion and overwhelm so that you can follow the right learning path for you?In this episode, I share the strategy of one student who has created a clear focus for English learning. I look at:- how you can create your own focus- how to choose learning activities that match your focus- how to 'measure' your resultsI hope you enjoy hearing about my student - and that his story will help you feel more in control of your English learning!Send us a Text Message.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Short, fun and motivating 'challenges' can help you improve your English fluency quickly.They're great if you don't have many opportunities to speak in English, or if you don't have much confidence. They're even better when you can get expert feedback on your speaking, so you know exactly where your English is already good, and the areas to focus on.In this episode, I share the 3 things that work really well in speaking challenges, and the details of the Summer Fluency Challenge in June 2024.Get all the details here:Summer Fluency ChallengeSend us a Text Message.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

What can you do to avoid stopping your English study? How can you keep going so that you get all the benefits of an advanced level of English?In this episode, I talk about the five main reasons why you stop learning English, and three things that you can do to keep going.Link in this episodeGet the 30-Day Study Guide when you join the Advanced English Membership!Send us a Text Message.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

If you feel that your English isn't good enough, or that you can't do your job as well as an English native speaker, this episode is for you! I show you why you might have 'Imposter Syndrome', why it can stop your progress in English - and four things you can do to deal with it.Link in this episodeEpisode 66 of the Smart English Coach podcast - How to beat imposter syndrome to speak confidentlySubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Is English more difficult to understand than other languages?This was one of the questions I asked Tree Blackmore. We talked about:- the reasons why listening is difficult - particularly in English- why English vocabulary makes listening difficult- some activities and ideas for improving listening and understanding (including one related to pronunciation)This podcast was recorded on Zoom, so the audio quality isn't as high as usual. But if you find listening difficult, the ideas in this episode will be really helpful for you!LinkThe Advanced English Summit - the world's first online event especially for people who want to get to advanced English level. It runs from Wednesday 17th April to Friday 19th April, with 10 talks by different teachers.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, listen to Luke Thompson (host of Luke's English Podcast) talk about how to really learn vocabulary - and not just stare at word lists.We talk about the importance of learning vocabulary for advanced level, the mistakes to avoid when you try to learn vocabulary, and the tools and resources you can use to make it easier.We're both great fans of dictionaries, and Luke also suggests some really useful ones which will increase your synonyms and phrases.Luke is going to speak at the Advanced English Summit, and you can go to his talk - for free!Get your invitation from the link below:Advanced English SummitMake sure you listen to Luke's podcast. It's probably the biggest and most popular podcast for English learners - and you'll learn a lot of new vocabulary there. Here's the link:Luke's English PodcastSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

If you use English for your work, "disfluencies" in English are something you should avoid.In this episode, I interview Craig Wealand, an English teacher and podcaster,  who specialises in fluency, disfluency and advanced communication skills.Craig explains how disfluencies stop you from sounding professional, and gives several examples of what they are.If you want to find out how to avoid making them, come along to Craig's session at the Advanced English Summit.The link to join (it's free!) is here:Advanced English SummitWhat is the Advanced English Summit?It's a 3-day event especially for intermediate level English learners who want to get to advanced English level. Come along to 10 different sessions (on speaking, listening, grammar, writing,  vocabulary AND exam skills.) All the speakers are professional English teachers, coaches and podcasters.It's completely free and live on Zoom. Advanced English SummitSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

A simple, but very powerful thing when you learn English is finding happiness from it - because this will help you get quicker results.It isn't just because feeling happy gives you more motivation. There are other benefits that you get when you enjoy speaking or using English.In this episode, discover:- the three extra benefits of feeling happy when you learn English- three practical ways you can find this happinessI also share my story of feeling happy when I speak Italian - the inspiration for this episode!Links in this episodeThe English Fluency Club - a place to meet and speak to other professionals from around the world My contact page - let me know how I can help you!Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

To choose the right English learning activities, there's one question you need to ask yourself first.Your answer will help you to avoid spending hours on the wrong activities, and not making the progress you want.Your answer will also help you to create the best learning plan for you, and to develop the right habits which will get you to your goals more quickly.So, what is this question?Listen to the podcast to find out! (And to get some example strategies that you can follow.)Link in this episodeThe English Fluency Club helps you to become more confident in English. Try it out and you WILL see and feel a difference in your English!Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

If I told you that there are an estimated 25,000 idioms in English, would you want to learn them?It seems an impossible task, but idioms are a fantastic and imaginative way to explain your feelings and thoughts in a concise - and often funny - way.They aren't just for speaking, either. You'll see them everywhere: in articles,  news stories - and on the sides of UK buses! In this episode, I talk about the reasons why you should (and shouldn't) learn English idioms. I hope you agree with my conclusion!Link in this episodeEnglish Idioms WorkshopSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Getting to an advanced English level can change your life. It's a really useful goal to have - but what does it mean?In this episode, find out:- how you can define 'advanced English'- three ways to improve your English when you already know a lot- why English development is personal developmentMy students are achieving amazing career and life goals - and confident English plays a big part in this.Link in episodeIf you'd like a way to get to advanced English (without wasting time or energy), check out my Advanced English Membership.  With short, practical exercises, you can increase your vocabulary, reduce grammar and pronunciation mistakes, and power up your speaking!Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

How can you sound professional and confident when you speak English? What makes your sentences beautiful, powerful and impressive?In this episode (inspired by one of my students), I share three tips for making beautiful English sentences! I've also got some more advanced tips for you to try.Say 'bye-bye' to boring, 'adios' to uninspiring, and 'au revoir' to unimaginative! Check out the episode to find out how to make a great impact with your English.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

There are obvious advantages for learning languages - particularly for your brain.And of course, learning English has lots of other benefits too.  A better-paying job, greater study opportunities, international networking are all examples.But then there are the life-changing advantages of learning English.These are things that I'm seeing more and more with my students. In this episode,  I share five of these advantages. They're all linked to personal development, and they have the potential to completely change your life - for the better! Link in this episodeAdvanced English MembershipSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this conversation with Michael Lavers, from the Level Up English Podcast, discover some of the secrets for successful English learning:- how to be more confident (even if you think you're too 'old' to learn English well)- the importance of your body and posture for successful learning- if the 'fake it til you make it' approach is useful- the 1% sports coaching method for English learningWe also talk about how living in different countries has shaped the way we teach English. Michael shares examples from his background of learning languages, and it's a truly fascinating conversation!Learn more from Michael here:Level Up English PodcastMichael's website and schoolMichael's InstagramSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Learning English can be very "up and down".  When it goes well, you feel confident and motivated, but sometimes it's hard to see your progress. Other times, something doesn't go well, and you lose confidence.At times like this, it really helps to have an 'achievement diary'.In this episode, I share why an achievement diary helps you see progress in your English, and how it can help you go even further with your English. I also show you how to create a simple achievement diary so that you can start straightaway, and ideas for what to include in your diary.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

It isn't 'perfect English' that will get you the dream job in an international company.Being able to communicate in English is obviously important, but there are other things that an interviewer wants to see or hear.  In this podcast episode, I share three 'truths' about interviews which will help you to be more confident.I also share details about my new speaking program, Confident Interviews. It's perfect for you if you want a job in an English-speaking organisation, or in a company where you'll need to speak English.Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

If working in an international company is your ambition, this episode is for you!An essential part of getting a high-paid role (with the career development opportunities you want) is the job interview. The good news is that you don't have to memorise "perfect answers" to hundreds of possible interview questions. In fact, there are only a few types of interview questions that you'll need to answer - and when you have a 'structure' for answering them, it becomes much, much easier! You can use these 'structures' time and time again to 'ace' your interview!In the episode, I also share details of my new (short) speaking program that helps you answer English interview questions confidently and convincingly. Join before December 10th for a special 'early bird' price!Confident InterviewsSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

This episode is for you if you're worried about sounding too simple when you use English.For example, if you always use basic grammar or vocabulary, or if your everyday phrases seem too elementary.In this episode, I have a few ideas about basic English! You'll discover:- a problem with making basic mistakes in English (it's all about other people's perceptions)- why being clear is the best 'test' of your English- what's best for everyday EnglishEnjoy the episode!Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Estefania, who's from Spain, now trains Spanish people to work in the UK aviation industry.In this episode, she gives her advice for passing an English interview for aviation roles, and also shares some of the ways she immersed herself in English while living in a non-English speaking country.If you also aspire to work in aviation, you can follow Estefania here:@auxiliardelenguas (Instagram)Get Estefania's course and ebook here:Flight Mode (course)Smash Your Cabin Crew Interview (ebook)Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to learn English with other people? What could you expect from the experience? How would it help you with your English goals?In this episode, I take you 'behind the scenes' of the English Fluency Club - the club that I've been running for the last four years.It's been the most satisfying and rewarding thing I've done as a teacher, and I share with you the six things that I've learnt!If you're interested in the English Fluency Club, the page to join is here:The English Fluency ClubIf you'd like more details and want to talk to me about it, email me here and I'll organise a quick Zoom call with you!Contact Me formSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

This episode is for you if you don't feel confident about your English.We talk about 'Imposter Syndrome' especially with work - that feeling that you aren't good enough, or that you don't deserve a high position.But if you've had a bad experience with English in the past, you might also not be very self-confident - and this can lead to slower progress in English.In this episode, I talk about the '3 P's' - and how they effect your English.I also share 5 ways to overcome them so that you can reach your full potential in English!Next week - on October 11th - I'm giving a live workshop on how to become a confident speaker of English. You get 7 strategies for confidence, and we'll look at ways that you can change your ideas about English so that you can get to fluency faster.Get the link to the workshop here:Become A Confident English SpeakerSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Is it possible to be a really advanced speaker of English - but still not feel very confident about your English?The answer, unfortunately, is yes.In this podcast, I look at both the visible and the invisible parts of learning a language, and how a lack of confidence can make you feel blocked and anxious.If this is something that you have experienced, come along to my new workshop on October 11th. We'll identify the situations which are difficult in English, and explore practical strategies to help you increase your confidence - and get fluent more quickly.Become A Confident English Speaker is free for members of the English Fluency Club (email me to get the link) or $10 for non-members of the Fluency Club.Go here to sign up!Subscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.