The InFluency Podcast
Hadar Shemesh
The InFluency podcast is your go-to resource for learning, speaking and teaching English.
Hadar Shemesh is a pronunciation expert and fluency coach with thousands of students around the world, though she herself was an intermediate speaker of English once.
In this podcast she will share her best strategies for learning English, speaking English with confidence and mastering the American accent.
Discover how becoming fluent has everything to do with acquiring the right mindset, setting goals and learning how to overcome challenges.
Hadar will also share her teaching philosophy and techniques to support English teachers looking to help their students become fluent.
Hadar Shemesh is a pronunciation expert and fluency coach with thousands of students around the world, though she herself was an intermediate speaker of English once.
In this podcast she will share her best strategies for learning English, speaking English with confidence and mastering the American accent.
Discover how becoming fluent has everything to do with acquiring the right mindset, setting goals and learning how to overcome challenges.
Hadar will also share her teaching philosophy and techniques to support English teachers looking to help their students become fluent.
Episodes
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Feb 23, 2024 • 27min
381. Little pieces of confidence | My Relocation Diaries
Overcoming self-doubt and building confidence in a new country through small actions. How facing new challenges leads to increased confidence. Navigating emotional challenges and language barriers in a foreign environment.
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Feb 16, 2024 • 38min
380. Relocation Diaries: So…I moved to Barcelona 🤯😍 [NEW SERIES]
A speaker shares their relocation journey to Barcelona, discussing the decision-making process, challenges of moving away from home, and reflections on their choice amidst difficult circumstances. They also explore the experience of learning a new language and their determination to document their journey.
Feb 13, 2024 • 12min
379. Using Tag Questions the Right Way – English Pronunciation
Learn how to use tag questions in English pronunciation confidently, explore their purpose and usage in conversation, understand the intonation patterns for different meanings, and improve English pronunciation with practice sheets.
Feb 9, 2024 • 36min
378. Succeed in IELTS speaking with these tips
Keith, English Speaking Success owner and IELTS exam expert, shares his tips for succeeding in the speaking part of the IELTS exam while building confidence. They discuss the balance between online and face-to-face education, meeting student needs, using chat GPT for language learning, and pushing boundaries to improve communication skills. They also promote their YouTube channel and online courses, including their flagship course for IELTS students.
Feb 6, 2024 • 15min
377. 15 words my students HATE to say (and how to pronounce them!)
Discover the most challenging words to pronounce in English according to students, with step-by-step breakdowns and pronunciation tips. Learn about commonly disliked words like 'literature' and 'anisphisia', and discover techniques for accurately producing challenging sounds.
Jan 30, 2024 • 41min
376. How to stop avoiding conversations and start conquering them – an interview with my student, Daniela
Daniela Vašinková, an incredible speaker, shares her journey of overcoming fear in English and becoming influential. The episode covers her background in learning English, the power of language learning beyond just language, setting goals and achieving them, overcoming fears and finding motivation, and finding time for productivity.
Jan 23, 2024 • 10min
375. Start practicing English consistently with these steps
Learn about effective planning for English practice, the importance of daily learning and practice in improving speaking skills, and how to actively use what you've learned. Discover the benefits of daily practice and focusing on speaking as the longest part of your practice.
Jan 16, 2024 • 10min
374. How to REALLY set English goals you will achieve in 2024 (+ a special invitation!)
Learn about the Start Strong Challenge to achieve goals in 2024. Get tips on setting achievable goals and taking consistent action. Discover the importance of mindset and managing thoughts. Join the challenge to cultivate a healthy mindset for success.
Jan 9, 2024 • 7min
373. Can listening to different accents RUIN your pronunciation?
This podcast discusses the impact of listening to different accents on English pronunciation, debunking the fear that exposure to diverse accents will ruin pronunciation. The speaker explores the effects of listening to various accents, encourages listeners to share their thoughts, and explains how exposure to different dialects can improve pronunciation skills.
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Jan 2, 2024 • 10min
372. 3 strategies that will help you stop translating and start thinking in English!
Learn strategies to think in English, including journaling in English and deliberately thinking in English during idle moments
