
Smart English Coach
Smart English Coach helps you get to advanced English level FAST. Get the strategies, mindset and shortcuts for fluent and confident English speaking. Presented by Clare Whitmell, an English teacher and coach, with 20+ years' experience of teaching students from around the world.
Latest episodes

Nov 12, 2022 • 5min
3 English Pronunciation Areas To Improve
If people find you hard to understand in English, it might be because of one of these three common problem areas!Episode highlights- three areas of English pronunciation you can improve- examples of some language-specific problem areas, and why a "Sound Chart" can helpLinkGet your sound chart and learning plan hereSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Nov 12, 2022 • 6min
Why Pronunciation Makes Us Anxious
Why does speaking in another language cause us anxiety and embarrassment? In this podcast episode, I talk about why we get anxious - and share my own story about "pronunciation shame".Episode highlights- three things you can do to not feel anxious about your pronunciation, and- your invitation to a free workshop on the 10 most difficult sounds in EnglishInvitation linkFree workshop on English pronunciationSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Nov 6, 2022 • 5min
Is It Better To Learn New Things Or Review Old Things In English?
We often focus on learning new things in English - new vocabulary or new constructions. While it's great to have a more sophisticated level of English, it's also important - and helpful - to maintain and review what you already know.Highlights of this episode:- four reasons why it's important to review what you already know - five ideas for review activities- two 'rules' for review / maintenance activitiesLink to earlier episode about mistakesHow To Stop Worrying About Mistakes In EnglishSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Oct 31, 2022 • 6min
How To Train Your Brain To Learn English Effectively
People often tell me that as they get older, they find learning and remembering new things more difficult. So if this sounds familiar, this podcast episode is for you!I show you ways to "train your brain" so that you can learn more effectively and make better use of your studying time.Link in episodeAdvanced English Vocabulary In 30 Days (including 5 vocabulary memorisation techniques and 5 strategies to increase your vocabulary)Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Oct 22, 2022 • 7min
A 4-Step Format To Improve Your English
One of the biggest problems when you learn a language is that when you try something new, you don't get any feedback or corrections on it. So you take a risk - but don't know if you're making a mistake. In this episode, I show you how you can use the 'WILD' 4-step format for using new English and getting feedback.Send us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Oct 16, 2022 • 20min
The Advantages Of Non-Fiction Book Clubs
In this interview with Fabio Cerpelloni, find out why joining a non-fiction book club can be such an interesting and 'real-life' way to learn English.Highlights of this episode:- why Fabio started a non-fiction book club- the advantages of reading non-fiction compared to fiction- what improvements you can get in your English from reading non-fictionContact Fabio: fabiocerpelloni.comstolaroidstoriesSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Oct 12, 2022 • 6min
How You Can Use Visualisation For Your English Goals
Athletes use visualisation in their training to help them succeed in competitions. Can you use the same method for your English goals? Highlights of this episode:- how visualisation works - how you could use it for your English speaking goals- three ways to make it successfulSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Oct 5, 2022 • 6min
How To Be More Confident When You Speak English
Even at advanced level you can feel shy in certain speaking situations. In this episode I share three strategies to help you boost your confidence.Episode highlights- three different types of situations where you might feel less confident about your speaking- three practical ways to increase your confidenceContact meIf you have any questions about this episode, don't hesitate to get in touch!SmartEnglishCoachSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Sep 28, 2022 • 6min
How To Feel Proud Of Your English
You've worked hard to get to your level of English, but maybe you aren't 100% comfortable with your achievements. Perhaps you find it difficult to accept praise or compliments for your English. In this episode I show you how to feel proud of your English and your achievements so that you feel more confident in your abilities. Highlights of this episode:- a way to identify your achievements - questions to ask yourself to continue your success- how to increase your confidence in the futureContact mehttps://smartenglishcoach.com/contactSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Sep 18, 2022 • 5min
How To Make A Great Impression With Your Writing
How you write in English is important - and often it's the first impression that you make on someone new. In this episode, discover three ways to improve your writing:- how to save time when you write - how to add sophistication and interest to your writing- two things you can do for more professional writingEpisode links10 Steps To Advanced English (get a discount on this course)Contact mehttps://smartenglishcoach.com/contactSend us a textSubscribe to the podcastNever miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.