Smart English Coach

My #1 tip for English fluency is to use 'fluency phrases' when you speak. Fluency phrases are the 'building blocks' of conversation, because very often, all you need to do is just fill in the details to create sentences easily and quickly.In this episode, I look at one type of fluency phrase: collocations.- six common types of collocations that help you with fluency- the two main reasons why they're so usefulSend 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 you say things to yourself like "I should be better at English by now", or if you're always searching for more grammar or vocabulary courses, then this episode is for you!Mindset coach Rhiannon Carter helps you feel more positive about your English. She can help you overcome negative thoughts so that you reduce anxiety and become  more confident.This is a truly eye-opening episode! In it you'll learn:- how to trust your English- how to go beyond the intermediate plateau- the question to ask yourself if you want another grammar or vocabulary course- two coaching tools that you can use now to change the way you think about your English!Links in this episodeRhiannon's Instagram profile Rhiannon's website - get her mindset 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.

We're often better at one area of a language than another. So maybe your speaking skills are better than your writing, or your grammar knowledge is better than your listening ability.But when one area of English is less strong than another, it makes sense to focus on that area. One reason is that it gives you a great opportunity to see progress - which is motivating! (It's often harder to see progress at advanced levels.)In this episode:- two reasons why upgrading all your skills is important- fluency activities for five different areas of EnglishLinks in this episodeThe English Fluency Club - to improve your speaking fluency10 Steps To Advanced English - to improve your grammar and writingSend 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.

What happened when a British English teacher and an American English teacher got together to talk about games?We didn't always understand each other - and those weren't the only differences!But, American teacher Vickie Kelty showed how playing games can help you develop your English and reduce speaking anxiety. Of course, games are also fun, and they allow you to explore the English you know in new and challenging ways!Episode highlights- Three types of games to play in English- Some surprising differences in common gamesEpisode linksVisit Vickie's page: Get fluent in English with gamesSend 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.

One of the biggest fears about speaking English is that people won’t understand you. This could be because of your pronunciation, or because you use English that other people don't understand."Intelligibility" -  how easy it is for people to understand you - is really important, obviously. In this podcast, I show you two ways to be more easily understood, through pronunciation and "rescue" English.There are lots of suggestions for you - as well as an invitation to join the English Fluency Workshop.LinksMinimal Pairs For Pronunciation - exercises for better pronunciation English Fluency Workshop - 7 ways to get more fluent in EnglishSend 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.

It's no secret. Repeated practice helps you get better at most things - including English!But the 'secret' is in how you use repetition. In this episode I show you how you can use it for vocabulary, speaking and pronunciation. Try out some of the activities to improve your fluency, accuracy and confidence. Even choosing just one or two can make a big difference.Links in this episodeHow to remember new vocabulary (episode 4, with Paul)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.

You don't need lots and lots of practice to get more fluent in English. You don't even need a speaking partner, either!In this episode, I show you four activities that will help you become more fluent. These activities are all quite quick, and - best of all - they get you almost immediate results! When you do them, you'll hear yourself speaking more fluently, and this will give you extra confidence in your English.Link in this episode4-3-2 Speaking ActivitySend 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.

When you feel powerful speaking English, you feel more in control of what you say. You can avoid panic and minimise anxiety about speaking - even if you make mistakes.In this episode I show you ways that you can become more powerful, through physical and mindset tips. Find out how- breathing, standing and using your voice can make you feel stronger- making mistakes helps you get to the next level in EnglishLinkHow to stop worrying about mistakesSend 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.

In this episode, I show you three ways that will help you speak more naturally and more fluently in English. They will help you to:- avoid using the 'wrong' word- speak more concisely (so you can show your meaning quickly and simply)- add interest when you speak so that other people want to talk with youWhen you start using these techniques, you'll feel more confident in how you speak English, and I think you'll have more fun speaking!Link in this episodeIf there's something you'd like me to talk about in future podcast episodes, get in touch! You can contact me from this page:Contact MeSend 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 you're interested in learning more about a country and its culture - but don't have the opportunity to visit - watching movies can help you get an insider's view.In this episode, Cara Leopold (from Movie Club) talks about how to connect with English-speaking culture through movies.Highlights of this episode:- why it's a mistake to only consider "high-level" movies- how movies can help with English listening skills- how to choose the right movies to learn about cultureAnd - the answer to the question most people ask!- should you use subtitles?Link in this episodeFind out more about Movie Club, the three month community on WhatsApp where you watch, understand and discuss films with other movie lovers to improve your listening, pronunciation and speaking skills.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.