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Joe
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Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
Specialties
BusinessAdvanced Business English · Most Students Take 18+ Lessons
Teaches
English
Native
Speaks
Japanese
Specialties
BusinessAdvanced Business English · Most Students Take 18+ Lessons
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From United KingdomLiving in Bristol, United Kingdom (11:40 UTC+01:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Feb 8, 2021InterestsTravelMusicSports & FitnessFoodBusiness & Finance
I specialise in helping professionals master advanced Business English. Before teaching I was a corporate lawyer, so my lessons aren’t just fluent, they’re commercially fluent. I’ve lectured in Business English at Chukyo University, taught executives at Japan’s top companies, and led the flagship school of the country’s largest language institute.
My lessons train you to express complex ideas with precision, challenge assumptions, and speak with confidence in meetings, negotiations, and debates. That’s why students stay long term. Most take 18+ lessons, which is more than double the platform average.Me as a Teacher
If your goal is to:
1. Communicate persuasively in international business settings.
2. Speak English with clarity and confidence.
I can help.
As a former lawyer, university lecturer, and Business English trainer for Japan’s top companies, I deliver practical, challenging lessons designed to help you speak with clarity and authority.My lessons & teaching style
My lessons are discussion-driven and designed to challenge you. I ask the questions; you do the talking. Every lesson is original and tailored to real business situations, using articles, case studies, and practical exercises to keep you engaged.
I take detailed notes, correct you in real time, and give you a personalised document after each class so you can review mistakes, absorb new vocabulary, and track your progress.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Articles and news
- Graphs and charts
Certificates
CELTA Certification - International House - 2020
Certificate verified
Legal Practice Course - Liverpool John Moores - 2010This certificate entitles me to practice as a lawyer.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2017 - 2025
Toyota Motor CorporationI taught business English to senior executives who were being transferred to management positions overseas.
2016 - 2023
ECC Foreign Language InstituteI was the headteacher, at the flagship school, of the leading English language institute in Japan for 7 years. I taught English to adults online and in person.
2019 - 2021
Chukyo UniversityI lectured in business English focusing on all aspects of the English language including pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, listening, reading and writing. At the end of each semester my students gave a professional business presentation, in English, to their peers and invited guests.
2020 - 2021
The International Red CrossI taught business English to nurses who were being transferred to assist with international humanitarian projects. The lessons focused on issues such as COVID-19, women's rights and international humanitarian law.
Education
2009 - 2010
Master's - Post Graduate Diploma in Legal PracticeThis qualification enables me to specialise in legal practice.
2005 - 2008
Bachelor’s - LawBachelor of laws undergraduate law degree (LL.B)
Work Experience
2014 - 2015
LawyerI specialised in litigated claimant legal proceedings, brought against a variety of multinational companies and international organisations.
I was responsible for every aspect of the case: interviewing clients, drafting court documents and witness statements, negotiating with other lawyers, managing payments and client accounts and instructing forensic and medical experts.
The highest possible standards of written and spoken communication were required at all times.
2011 - 2013
LawyerI was a legal executive specialising in the defence of litigated claims. I represented banks, insurance companies and large multinational corporations.
The position required the highest possible standards of written and spoken communication in English. Each day I wrote more than a hundred professional letters and emails, negotiated with other lawyers, reported to executives, directors, CEO's and business owners and often gave speeches and made persuasive arguments in court.
5.0
Rating
128
Students
2,421
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
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USD 16.00+
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193 Reviews
Queena
63 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I began my English journey six months ago with Joe's group lessons, and they've consistently been productive, meaningful, and engaging. Joe is always well-prepared, sharing materials before class and sending corrections afterward. I appreciate his corrections and constructive feedback, and at the same time, I admire his character and truly enjoy his lessons. I'm excited and fortunate to continue my learning journey with him! Thank you so much!
Apr 3, 2024
javier
189 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
After the 65 teachers in italky, I think Joe is the best!!!!
Apr 25, 2023
Joyce
17 English lessons
I really enjoyed the class with Joe. During each class, we engaged in many interesting discussions, which encouraged me to view issues from different perspectives and depths. It was both inspiring and interesting. Over the past month, my vocabulary has also improved, and I now feel much more confident speaking English!
Jul 29, 2025
italki110786
36 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I believe Joe is one of the best private business English teachers one could ever have. His background in law ensures that he possesses not only solid English knowledge but also the necessary experience in the business area. His well-structured course helps me to acquire key elements of business English, while simultaneously engaging in in-depth business discussions. I prefer to consider Joe's classes as a mini MBA course rather than just English classes.
Apr 1, 2024
hyeeun b
16 English lessons
Provides great material and great feedback! I always have so much fun in Joe's classes
Aug 5, 2025
hyeeun b
16 English lessons
Great discussion today! Thoroughly enjoyed it. See you again soon!
Jul 7, 2025
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