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.Send us a textSubscribe 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 InterviewsSend us a textSubscribe 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!Send us a textSubscribe 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)Send us a textSubscribe 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 formSend us a textSubscribe 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 SpeakerSend us a textSubscribe 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!Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Don't feel guilty if you've stopped studying English for a while.  In fact, the research shows us that taking breaks can benefit learning. In this podcast, find out - the three main reasons why taking breaks is so useful, and - how different lengths of breaks can be helpful.Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Learn how to prepare for a job interview with an American company. Explore using culture maps to understand cultural differences and their impact on interview performance. Discover tips for answering behavior interview questions and developing positive working relationships. Gain insights into communication styles, language use, and feedback in different countries. Understand the value of communication skills for career advancement.

Discover five exciting activities to improve your English this summer, including word games, reading news headlines, combining non-fiction with personal growth, pursuing hobbies in English, and enhancing listening skills with movie clips.