Category Archives: Speaking

So far we’ve looked at how the 1% coaching method can help you get quick and easy wins in English grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary. In this post, I’m going to show you some ways it will help you when you speak English. Typical speaking problems Often, there are two main things that make you less confident aboutContinue reading “The 1% Coaching Method – Quick Speaking Wins”

Mistakes are an inevitable part of learning a language. Or, in fact, learning anything at all. We learn something new, test it by using it, make a mistake, test again – this time succeeding. That’s fine for the theory, but when it happens to us, it can feel very different. Language and communication are suchContinue reading “3 Expert Strategies For When You Make Mistakes In English”

One of the biggest challenges when you want to improve your English (or when you want to improve anything) is lack of time. The people I help have different needs and goals, but they all share the same problem: not enough time for traditional (classroom-based) English courses. Traditional courses do have their place. They’re greatContinue reading “From Zero To Hero In English”

What’s your first reaction when you know you’ll have to speak in English – maybe at an international meeting or conference, or when you have company visitors? You might feel anything from ‘slightly worried’ to ‘complete fear’ or panic. This is totally normal. If you don’t often speak English, you’ll probably be anxious about ‘performing’Continue reading “3 Ways To Gain Confidence When You Speak English”

How can you practise your English regularly if you don’t live in an English-speaking country? Regular speaking practice is essential to stay fluent in English. When you speak regularly, you’re more likely to remember vocabulary and phrases (especially if they’re new words and phrases) and you also get the chance to keep practising the pronunciation.Continue reading “5 Ways to Practise Your Speaking”