English teacher EXPERT BUSINESS Mr D

EXPERT BUSINESS Mr D

Professional Teacher
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
French
Spanish
Chinese (Mandarin)
Russian
+25 Years Expert Business Specialist
From United KingdomLiving in London, United Kingdom (04:21 UTC+08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Aug 27, 2021
InterestsMarketingScienceHistoryReadingBusiness & Finance
I'm Duane from the United Kingdom. Born and educated in London England, where I attained a degree in Law and Business. Professional English teacher and advanced Business Development negotiations coach / trainer. Over 25+ year experience in international recruitment, Business Development and Sales. (Academics / Finance / Consultancy / Media industries). Worked directly with government agencies and some of the worlds leading Companies: Microsoft / IBM / BP / Royal Dutch Shell / AT&T / Goldman sachs BIG 4 etc. Semi-retired living in the Philippines. I try to read a book a week and am interested in many different subjects: e.g History / Science / AI / Art / Philosophy / Medicine etc.
5.0
Rating
328
Students
1160
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

English Lessons

Trial Lesson
150 lessons completed
USD 14.99+
C-Level – Executive Presence & Charismatic Leadership Training
B1 -  C2

Business

181 lessons completed
USD 54.99
*** SALES / BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ***
A1 -  C2

Business

134 lessons completed
USD 44.99
*** EXPERT JOB INTERVIEW Skills & Training ***
A1 -  C2

Business

396 lessons completed
USD 44.99
*** Business English for Technical Professionals & Engineers ***
A1 -  C2

Business

33 lessons completed
USD 49.99
*** English Conversational Skills (Correct British English) ***
A1 -  B2

Conversation

115 lessons completed
USD 34.99
**Business Presentations & Public Speaking**
A1 -  C2

Business

121 lessons completed
USD 44.99

Availability

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130 Reviews

dudu huang
26 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I'm a senior surgeon. I had the pleasure of working with Teacher Duane to prepare for my medical interviews, and I highly recommend him to other medical professionals. His approach is not only professional but also tailored to the unique challenges of the healthcare field. Duane provided insightful feedback on my responses, helping me refine my answers to be clear, concise, and impactful. He understands the patient-centered care, which made our sessions particularly valuable. With Duane's guidance, I felt more confident and well-prepared. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking expert help with interview skills.
Nov 10, 2024
Margarita Andreeva
10 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Absolutely amazing teacher. Duane helped me to prepare for PWC executive interview. He prepared a lot of information beforehand on the company, on the market and my interviewer and shared it with me. I was totally shocked and never seen anything like that before. Thank you! 🙏🏻
Oct 10, 2023
Student Harun ACAR
Harun ACAR
1 English lesson
I’ve just completed a session with Duane, and it was one of the most insightful interview lessons I’ve ever experienced. His guidance on handling tough questions, managing communication conflicts, and structuring responses goes far beyond typical interview tips — it feels like learning from someone who truly understands both sides of the table. Even after months of preparation, I came away with new perspectives that immediately made sense and boosted my confidence. Duane doesn’t just teach how to answer questions; he helps you think, respond, and communicate like a professional. It genuinely felt like I had been taking classes with him for a year—all in one powerful lesson. I highly recommend his sessions to anyone who wants to elevate their interview performance.
Nov 12, 2025
Pai Zheng
18 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I am an editor for a major global magazine, and I think Duane is the best teacher I have ever come across. Every lesson with Duane reminds me of the movie Flying Colors, where the teacher is dedicated to helping the student achieve her dream. Duane helps me in every situation I encounter in the dramatic life I experience. And his secret for interviews is something you must try — it can change your perspective on interviews. Trust him, learn from him, and you will achieve what you desire.
Sep 26, 2024
Darina Kizkenova
4 English lessons
I truly believe Duane is a real gem in the world of coaching. I’m a surgeon who recently moved to England, and I’ve been struggling with communication — both because of cultural differences and because my English isn’t as strong as I’d like it to be. Working with Duane has made a significant difference. In our lessons, we focus on self-presentation skills, discuss the nuances of delivering information clearly and empathetically, and carefully analyze my mistakes in a constructive way. Each session provides an incredible amount of practical value. Beyond that, Duane helps me build confidence and brings a very positive, motivating energy to every lesson. After each class, he sends a detailed summary, which is extremely helpful for reinforcing what we’ve covered and tracking progress. I genuinely enjoy our lessons and feel that I’m growing professionally with every session. I’m very grateful for his support and highly recommend him!
Mar 6, 2026
Károly Kiss
2 English lessons
It was a very useful class before my job interview, highlighting precisely those little details that can perfect one's performance in such a situation. The atmosphere of the class was also excellent, I can only recommend it to everyone!
Oct 21, 2025