Smart English Coach

Is English more difficult to understand than other languages?

This was one of the questions I asked Tree Blackmore. We talked about:

- the reasons why listening is difficult - particularly in English
- …

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 vocabul…

If you use English for your work, "disfluencies" in English are something you should avoid.

In this episode, I interview Craig Wealand, an English teacher and podcaster,  who specialises in fluency, d…

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. T…

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 prog…

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 a…

Getting to an advanced English level can change your life. It's a really useful goal to have - but what does it mean?

In this episode, find out:
- how you can define 'advanced English'
- three ways to i…

How can you sound professional and confident when you speak English? What makes your sentences beautiful, powerful and impressive?

In this episode (inspired by one of my students), I share three tips …

There are obvious advantages for learning languages - particularly for your brain.

And of course, learning English has lots of other benefits too.  A better-paying job, greater study opportunities, in…

In this conversation with Michael Lavers, from the Level Up English Podcast, discover some of the secrets for successful English learning:

- how to be more confident (even if you think you're too 'old…

Learning English can be very "up and down".  When it goes well, you feel confident and motivated, but sometimes it's hard to see your progress. Other times, something doesn't go well, and you lose co…

It isn't 'perfect English' that will get you the dream job in an international company.

Being able to communicate in English is obviously important, but there are other things that an interviewer want…

If working in an international company is your ambition, this episode is for you!

An essential part of getting a high-paid role (with the career development opportunities you want) is the job intervie…

This episode is for you if you're worried about sounding too simple when you use English.

For example, if you always use basic grammar or vocabulary, or if your everyday phrases seem too elementary.

In…

Estefania, who's from Spain, now trains Spanish people to work in the UK aviation industry.

In this episode, she gives her advice for passing an English interview for aviation roles, and also shares s…

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to learn English with other people? What could you expect from the experience? How would it help you with your English goals?

In this episode, I take you '…

This episode is for you if you don't feel confident about your English.

We talk about 'Imposter Syndrome' especially with work - that feeling that you aren't good enough, or that you don't deserve a h…

Is it possible to be a really advanced speaker of English - but still not feel very confident about your English?

The answer, unfortunately, is yes.

In this podcast, I look at both the visible and the …

Don't feel guilty if you've stopped studying English for a while.  In fact, the research shows us that taking breaks can benefit learning. In this podcast, find out 

- the three main reasons why takin…

This episode is for you if you want to work for an American company!

Kristine Knutter shares her tips for successful job interviews. In the conversation we talk about:

- Erin Meyer's 'Culture Maps' and…