👉This is your chance to talk to an expert teacher with over 20 years' experience! 
👉An interesting and friendly conversation where your level will be checked. 
👉You will receive advice and suggestions on how you can improve quickly.

(28 minutes)

This is my most popular lesson type.  Inspirational and innovative lesson style! 
Method:
1. You chose your topic from an online video library.
2. I will send you your free digital lesson plan for the video you watched.
3. You come to your class with all the vocabulary you need to speak confidently.
4.  During the lesson, you will receive constructive feedback and advice on how to improve.

✅ Progressive lesson for all students who want better confidence and fluency. 
✅ Improve quickly while learning to speak about meaningful subjects naturally. 
✅ Practice phrasal verbs, idioms, and common expressions that we use in the real world of English. 
✅ Improve your grammar and pronunciation and get the personal attention you need. ✅ Reduce your accent British tutor who will constructively correct your mistakes.

Possible subjects for discussion: 
👉 Healthy mind and healthy body
👉 Life in the Internet age and social media
👉 Green living and recycling
👉 Work-life balance and free time activities
👉 Friendships and the challenges of family life
👉 Shopping and consumerism
👉 Ambitions and dreams
👉 Cultural differences and travel experiences
👉 The environment
👉 Social media & mental health
👉 Types of diet & body image
👉 Relationships and communication skills
👉 Minimalism vs materialism
👉 Working from home, isolation, and mental health
👉 Parenting and bringing up children

Each lesson is planned with your individual needs and interests in mind.
HOW IT WORKS: 
1. Watch the short video or read the short article before the lesson.
2. Take notes and learn the new vocabulary.
3. Then simply enjoy a meaningful discussion!

Note: The Italki policy allows teachers a 5-minute break

GUIDED CONVERSATION PRACTICE - BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE!

Face your IELTS test with improved confidence! 
Passing this test can be your passport to a better future: Get the job of your dreams, get an offer from a top university, or even start a new life abroad!

✅WRITING TASK CHECK & CORRECTION WITH FEEDBACK & TIPS (45/60 min class)
✅ Official test material used.
✅ Learn how to avoid common mistakes.
✅ Boost your academic vocabulary and grammatical structures.
✅ Discover the top techniques to improve your score. 
✅ Learn phrasal verbs, vocabulary, and idioms that are flexible for any topic. 
✅ Practice expressing your views and experiences clearly and naturally.

This is your chance to get professional advice from an experienced tutor who has successfully helped numerous students pass their IELTS tests. With my expert advice, you will know exactly what to expect on the exam day and pass with "flying colours"!

Note: The Italki policy allows teachers a 5-minute break

IELTS EXAM PREP - SPEAKING, READING, WRITING & LISTENING

(1:1 or group option) 
🏆Level: For intermediate to advanced speakers (B1-C2) 
If you need to communicate effectively in a professional environment, improve your communication skills, and feel more confident in an international business context, this course is perfect for you! 

You will learn to be more assertive and diplomatic while using academic vocabulary. Enhance your techniques to communicate effectively in a professional setting.

✅LESSON FORMAT 1: 
SHORT VIDEO & DIGITAL LESSON PLAN (watched & prepared in advance).
- All materials are free of charge.
METHOD: 
1. Choose your video topic and watch 
2. Study the interactive PDF lesson plan
3. Engage in a meaningful conversation with improved ability.

HERE ARE SOME TOPICS:
👉Business Etiquette
👉Dealing with Conflict
👉Effective Meetings
👉Work-life Balance vs Burnout
👉Interviews & CV Check
👉Presentations & Pitching your idea
👉Resolving Conflict & Giving Feedback
👉How to Get Promoted
👉Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace
👉 Negotiation & How to Say No

Note: The Italki policy allows teachers a 5-minute break

✅LESSON FORMAT  2:  (Cambridge BEC - B2 exam preparation)
Speaking, Listening, Reading & Writing 
BASED ON THE CAMBRIDGE BUSINESS COURSE BOOK: CAMBRIDGE BUSINESS BENCHMARK
24 UNITS - EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR BUSINESS.

UNITS INCLUDE: 
✔Working Styles & Motivation
✔Giving Powerful Presentations
✔Negotiation, dealing with conflict
✔Trade conferences & business travel
✔Marketing & budgeting
✔How to be Polite & Diplomatic
✔Giving Instructions & Making Requests
✔ Staff development and training
✔ Business across borders

OTHER SKILLS PRACTICED IN MY BUSINESS LESSONS:
✅ Idiomatic expressions and phrasal verbs used in business.
✅ Academic vocabulary, advanced grammar, and diplomacy.
✅ Practice communicating effectively in an international business environment. 
✅ Improve your understanding of native accents and improve your conversation skills.

BUSINESS COMMUNICATION - B1-C2 (1:1)

Prepare to face your English language interview with confidence! 
Part of your lesson will be based on specific questions for your interview that will be sent to you after the lesson, along with personalised notes and suggestions.
Whether for the job of your dreams or for entry to a top university, the right preparation is key to your success: 
👉Learn techniques that will make you stand out and impress.
👉Friendly, personalised help designed especially for your goals. 
👉Build vocabulary and accuracy, and reduce your accent.
👉Improve how you express yourself and get valuable feedback on grammar and pronunciation.
👉Practice being assertive yet polite, using formal English expressions correctly.

Note: The Italki policy allows teachers a 5-minute break.

INTERVIEW PRACTICE & RESUME CHECK

FACE YOUR TEST WITH IMPROVED CONFIDENCE!

✅ Expert guidance on how to get a better score and avoid mistakes in all four parts of the exam.
✅ Practice a wide range of speaking test topics with an experienced native speaker.
✅ Writing task checks are in the shared cloud folder with feedback and score-boosting tips (maximum one check per lesson).

With my expert advice, you will be well-prepared to pass when your test day arrives!

Note: The Italki policy allows teachers a 5-minute break.

TEST PREP FOR CAMBRIDGE FCE/CAE/CPE & TRINITY TEST - B2-C2

FOR BUSINESSES: BUSINESS ACCOUNTS WITH ITALKI NOW AVAILABLE! 
Offer your team (prices based on 2-5 participants) the chance to boost their confidence, vocabulary & general business communication skills.  A team-building experience where colleagues debate professional topics, with an informal but structured approach.
LESSON TOPICS INCLUDE:
1. Business Etiquette Across International Borders
2. Working From Home Tips
3. Resolving Workplace Conflict
4. Crisis Management & Leadership
5. Lead by Example
6. Win-Win Negotiations
7. Giving Constructive Feedback
8. How To Start a Presentation
8. How to Pitch Your Idea
9. Emotional Intelligence at Work
10. How to Argue Effectively & Respectfully
11. How To Make Clear & Concise Points
12. Effective Meetings: Agenda & Preparation
13. Small Talk: How to Ask Good Questions
14. Inclusion & Diversity in the Workplace Across International Teams
15. How to Avoid Meeting Overload
16. The Key to Good Teamwork
17. Does a Vacation Make You More Productive?
18. Digital Nomads: The Changing World of Work
19. Are You a Workaholic?
20. What To Do When You Make a Mistake
21. A Structured Approach to Problem Solving
...AND MANY MORE!

LESSON STRUCTURE:
1. Several days before the lesson, class members are sent a short YouTube (5 min) video in preparation for the topic. 
2. They receive an interactive digital lesson plan in advance, which reviews the vocabulary and expressions from the video to be practised together. 
3. Members join the class via a Zoom link on their own devices. 
4. Slides are shown during the lesson, and students debate the topic with the teacher. 
5. Classes may include quizzes, roleplay, and a grammar focus if required. 
6. After the lesson, students are sent notes, feedback and extra materials to help memorisation.
* PLEASE NOTE: These lessons are not specific to any particular industry terminology. 
All members should be at a minimum intermediate level.