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Why do lots of motivated people stop learning English? In this episode, I share the story of a student who went from shy to confident in three months - and how this progress helped him to create 'momentum' in his English. This episode is for you if you feel that studying English is like a task, rather than something to enjoy! Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

How can you become more confident when you speak English? In this episode, guest Elena Mutonono talks about how to make language learning sustainable, and why it's so important to practise speaking. Find out why traditional English classes and activities don't always help to improve speaking, and why 'voice chat programs' are a great way to get more fluent and confident. Elena also gives some great tips for learning English on your own, which don't involve AI. Vocabulary notes hustle = a lot of energetic activity sustainable = something that can be maintained over time burn out = become exhausted through doing something for too long equate = be the same as something else be in a bind = be in a difficult situation Link in this episode elenamutonono.com Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

3 days, 6 English teachers, people from more than 25 countries... the Professional English Summit was dedicated to helping you get ahead in your career. Even though the talks were on different aspects of professional English, the same themes came up again and again. In this episode, I share the five insights that I hope will inspire you and your professional English journey. Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, guest speaker Lindsay McMahon explains why our goal in learning a language should be to connect with people - rather than to be perfect. She talks about the best ways to deal with mistakes in English, and also shares her three strategies for success in English and in our careers. Lindsay is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where she'll explain how to build great relationships through English. The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here: https://smartenglishcoach.com/summit Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Job interviews are very stressful - especially if English isn't your first language. But there are ways to make the most of your multilingual abilities. In this episode, guest Kristine Knutter talks about the importance of mindset in your interview, and shares some strategies for showing your unique strengths as a speaker of more than one language. (You'll also learn which accents are considered the most romantic for Americans!) Kristine is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where she'll share many more ideas and examples to succeed in your job applications. The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here: https://smartenglishcoach.com/summit Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Why is it that you can understand what you read in English very well - but you can't easily understand what you hear? In this episode, guest Lucy Tilney talks about the connection between listening, pronunciation and memory, and shares her strategies for understanding fast spoken English. Lucy is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where she'll share many more ideas to improve your English listening and pronunciation. The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here: https://smartenglishcoach.com/summit Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, guest speaker Craig Wealand explains how to give a good presentation in English - and the biggest mistakes to avoid. He shares some ways to present both in person and online so that your audience stay interested in what you're saying. Craig is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where he'll share many more ideas to give a great presentation in English. The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here: https://smartenglishcoach.com/summit Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, guest speaker Hannah Yurk explains how to speak confidently in English meetings. She shares some ways to reframe the way you think about your English so that you feel less anxious in meetings. She also has some great tips for preparing for meetings so that you can increase your confidence. Hannah Yurk is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where she'll share three things to do if you forget a word in a meeting. The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here: https://smartenglishcoach.com/summit Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

In this episode, guest speaker Maurice Jeths explains how to create a presentation in English where your ideas flow logically, and where you can connect with your audience. He shares some ideas to help you present with confidence and fluency, so that even the 'Question and Answer' section of your presentation is easy and comfortable for you! Maurice Jeths is speaking at the Professional English Summit (April 23 - 25) where he'll share five techniques to present with confidence and fluency. The Summit is completely free - make sure you get your access link here: https://smartenglishcoach.com/summit Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Speaking English can be so much more than doing a classroom exercise. Imagine how it feels when people want to find out more about you, when they listen to you and encourage you. That's the power of curiosity and connection. These two things bring people together and create ways for easier and more satisfying conversations. In this podcast episode, I talk about a recent lesson in the English Fluency Club where curiosity and connection led to some amazing conversations in English. I also share a few ways for you to get the same results. Link in this episode the English Fluency Club to activate your curiosity and connection! Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

‘Netflix is not your teacher!’ I hear this comment a lot, but is it true? Can Netflix help you learn English? In this episode, I talk about three times when Netflix is a great choice. But rather than just watching or listening ively, choose an activity that will really improve your English. Get my suggestions for three types of learning activities you can do with Netflix. Vocabulary in this episode come down to (phrasal verb) = when something is the most important factor "It all comes down to your goals." lifelong learner = when you learn throughout your life "As an lifelong Italian learner ..." So if you love the idea of watching your favourite TV show, or finding out more about the world through documentaries, Netflix should be high on your list. When you combine it with any one of the three activities I suggest, it will also be a fantastic English learning tool as well! Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Confidence in your English is the start of a better life. This sounds like a very strong statement, but I've seen people who are confident in their English go on to make huge changes in other areas of their life. In this episode, I share two reasons why confidence in your English is so important and I show you, step-by-step, how being confident when you speak can lead you to the life you want. Vocabulary in this episode to boost your confidence = to increase your confidence a growth mindset = the belief that you can improve and reach your goals Link in this episode English Fluency Breakthrough - my new program to help you gain confidence, fluency and vocabulary. Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

When I ask people about their biggest problem in English, they almost always say that it's fluency. But what's surprising is that even people with a high level of English say that they don't feel fluent. In this episode, I talk about why fluency is a problem, and I also share five strategies that I use with my students. Link in episode In March I'm starting my new group program "English Fluency Breakthrough". Leave your email here if you'd like more information - and to get an early bird discount. Vocabulary notes stakes = when the prize is high if you succeed "In a high-stakes situation like a job interview, you need to show your best qualities." ad-hoc = when something is necessary "I deal with grammar mistakes on an ad-hoc basis." to dumb down = to make something easier to understand, often to appeal to more people (negative connotation) "You don't need to dumb down your English." Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Learning English has its 'ups and downs', and it can sometimes be difficult to feel 'empowered', or 'in control' of the language learning process. This can make you feel demotivated. In this episode, I share three strategies that can make you feel more in control, so that learning English is enjoyable, rather than frustrating. Link in this episode In March, I'm starting my first group programme to help you feel confident and fluent in English. Get more details (and an early bird discount) here: smartenglishcoach.com/group Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Learning English is different from learning other skills, and you'll have both 'ups' and 'downs' as you learn. It can be frustrating to feel you aren't always making progress, and in this episode I share my thoughts on why you experience 'downs' and what you can do about it. Links in this episode You are not alone when you learn English! The English Fluency Club - a welcoming place to connect with other English learners, to share your experiences and to feel understood! Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Welcome to the 100th episode of the Smart English Coach podcast! This episode is for you if you're an introvert and a naturally shy person. How can you get fluent in English if you prefer to be on your own, rather than with other people? I share some useful strategies to help you build your fluency in ways that feel comfortable to you. (If you're an extrovert, you might find these ideas useful as well!) Vocabulary note to blurt out = say something suddenly, without thinking. You "blurt out a secret", for example. Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

How do you choose which activities to do in English, or which teachers to follow, when there's so much choice? This is a really good question to ask, so that you can avoid confusion and overwhelm. In this episode, discover the four questions you can ask yourself in order to choose what to study. Your answers to these questions will help you to stay motivated and they'll also help you to continue making progress in English. Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

Maurice Jeths speaks seven languages, so he knows the best methods for learning languages quickly. In this episode, find out - his top five methods for fluency, and - how personalised can help you move up levels Maurice uses personalised in his voice chat programs, to help people feel motivated by making rapid progress. Find out more about how Maurice can help you here: Information via Google Form On LinkedIn Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

We often criticise ourselves for not being 'good enough', but self-criticism can destroy confidence. So in this episode I share my 'C.R.A.P' method to reduce self-criticism and frustration with your English. Yes - you read that correctly! Self-criticism is so damaging, that it deserves the 'crap' word! I share four steps you can take to restore your confidence in your English and to enjoy your achievements. Vocabulary notes Give yourself some leeway = room for free movement Cut yourself some slack = forgive yourself for mistakes Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.

If you had to choose between fluency and accuracy in English, which would you choose? Speaking without hesitation, or speaking without mistakes? Many people would probably choose fluency - but it's a little more complicated than that! In this episode, I share my ideas on - the 'deeper' reasons why fluency is often the main goal - why some mistakes are more important than others - two things you can do if you can't correct your mistakes Vocabulary notes dig deeper = find the deeper reasons for something filter out = not hear / ignore iron out = eliminate Send us a text Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free weekly coaching tips here.