making a busy middle aged man voluntarily engage in small talk in a foreign language is not an easy task, but Daniel manages to make it happen somehow) thank you!

my 10 y.o. had a great time talking to Daniel)

Daniel is a likable person, get's along w my 10 y.o. very well. Pays attention to what she's trying to convey. Asks thorough questions to help clarify things if she's being vague or inaccurate or inarticulate. Incorporates quick revision to optimize the learning process even when she brings her own reading materials. Actually remembers previous conversations (and this is not nearly as self-evident as one might expect) which helps for a more natural communication. She reads him something pretty niche, very specific vocab, and he just explains most of the words she doesn't know straight off the bat. Have you ever heard of a word "cirrus"?

Now gradualy rehabilitating Zoe's dad's English bit by bit🥳 Thank you!

He is really kind, goes with the flow of the conversation and makes you feel that you are doing well by correcting you without breaking your confidence.

Daniel always encourages learners and tries his best to explain things clearly. That’s why I enjoy talking to him and feel comfortable doing so.