Smart English Coach

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 textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here. Get the transcriptFollow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter. You'll get the transcript each time there's a new podcast episode.

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 textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here. Get the transcriptFollow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter. You'll get the transcript each time there's a new podcast episode.

Explore reasons for halting English study and tips for continuous learning. Learn about progressing in English, strategies for advancing to an advanced level, and a structured 30-day study plan. Discover the benefits of improving English skills in various areas of life.

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 confidentlySend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here. Get the transcriptFollow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter. You'll get the transcript each time there's a new podcast episode.

Tree Blackmore, an experienced English language educator and teacher trainer, discusses the difficulties of English listening, including vocabulary challenges. Practical tips for improving listening skills at an advanced level are shared, such as utilizing recorded audio, isolating challenging sections, and interacting with English speakers. Clear communication strategies and the importance of intonation in conveying meanings and emotions are also highlighted.

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 PodcastSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here. Get the transcriptFollow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter. You'll get the transcript each time there's a new podcast episode.

English teacher and podcaster Craig Wealand discusses fluency, disfluency, and communication skills. Explains how disfluencies affect professionalism in speech. Promotes free Advanced English Summit event for intermediate learners seeking advanced level.

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!Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here. Get the transcriptFollow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter. You'll get the transcript each time there's a new podcast episode.

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!Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here. Get the transcriptFollow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter. You'll get the transcript each time there's a new podcast episode.

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 WorkshopSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here. Get the transcriptFollow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter. You'll get the transcript each time there's a new podcast episode.