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Une excellente conversation avec Brandon ! Le temps passe vite quand on parle de différents sujets. L'information circule et c'est comme parler avec un ami. J'apprends beaucoup de sa méthode efficace, riche en corrections et en conseils. Si vous voulez améliorer votre anglais, prenez un cours avec lui. 100% recommandé :-)

Un commentaire en français pour les francophones : J'ai mis du temps à trouver le bon professeur d'anglais, avec Cate c'est génial, déjà 40 cours en 6 mois et mes progrès sont évidents, de plus les cours se font dans la bonne humeur, sans stress ce qui est important quand au début on est un peu timide de parler une langue étrangère. MERCI Cate

Merci Alexandre, j'ai vraiment apprécié toutes nos conversations ! N'hésitez pas à lui faire confiance. Alexander est une personne très patiente, ouverte d'esprit et curieuse des nouvelles cultures. Il a fait en sorte que j'apprenne de nombreux mots de vocabulaire et m'a donné de bons conseils pour progresser. De plus, Alexandre est super encourageant 🤩.

J'ai définitivement trouvé la bonne personne avec James ! Nous couvrons beaucoup de sujets à chaque fois que nous nous rencontrons et nous nous amusons beaucoup ! J'ai besoin d'améliorer mes compétences en anglais pour me mélanger avec des locuteurs natifs et il m'apprend à penser comme un Américain, pas à traduire de l'italien à l'américain ! Bien joué Mate !

Parler avec Jason est la combinaison parfaite d'une expérience agréable et enrichissante. Nous discutons de toutes sortes de sujets, sans ordre du jour. Jason est naturellement intéressé et, avec sa bonne nature, il vous aborde de manière amicale et professionnelle. Les séances sont recommandées à tous ceux qui ont quelque chose à dire et qui apprécient une conversation intensive, soutenue, élégante et amusante.

J'ai beaucoup aimé le cours de Jean. Je pense que je peux faire beaucoup de progrès avec elle, la conversation était tellement fluide. Je suis sûr que je vais réserver une autre session :)

Merci beaucoup Mark d'avoir écouté mon interprétation des peintures du Louvre ! Je ferai de mon mieux avec mes clients :D

Danielle est formidable ! Elle est précise dans ses explications et drôle. Les leçons sont très conviviales. Je recommande Danielle à tout le monde, et pour info je vais réserver un nouveau forfait de cours.

Nous avons eu une grande conversation, y compris sur des sujets spécialisés et beaucoup de vocabulaire utile a été fourni ! :-)

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This is a relaxed and informal 30 minutes of conversation.  It gives me the opportunity to find out more about you and gives you the opportunity to find out more about me. 

Some of the things we will talk about are:

- how long you have been learning English
- how you use English now or will need to use English in the future
- how confident you feel about speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation
- what you enjoy or dislike about learning English
- what your aim is in improving your English
- what your work is and what interests or hobbies you have
- what topics interest you
- what sort of lessons you like and how you learn best.

This will help me to get an idea about your current ability and motivation for learning English.

I will also tell you more about me and give you the opportunity to ask me questions - so you can decide if I am the right teacher for you.

Do you want to feel confident and professional when you speak English at work? 

I specialise in helping business professionals improve their practical communication skills for the workplace — from negotiating and presenting to managing meetings, writing emails, having video calls and making social conversations.

Every course I teach is fully personalised. Together, we will create a learning plan designed around your job role, your goals, and the situations where you need English most.

I select materials and activities that are relevant to your industry and objectives. Authentic content from your own business sector ensures your learning is practical and immediately useful.

My lessons are interactive, enjoyable and focused on results. You will receive constructive feedback, correction where needed, and advice on how to keep improving. Alongside language, we will also explore cultural awareness and the right level of formality for doing business in English.

With over 30 years of experience in IT, telecommunications and engineering, I understand the challenges of working internationally — and I know the importance of clear, confident communication.

Let’s work together to make your English a powerful tool for achieving success in your career.

Let's Talk Business - English for Business and Work

To improve your ability to communicate and interact effectively in an English-speaking environment.

Firstly, I will create your personal learning plan:

1. ASSESSMENT
An assessment of your current ability in one or more of the communication skills:
- speaking
- listening
- writing
- reading 

2. WHEN DO YOU USE ENGLISH?
There could be many reasons why you want to improve your English.
For example: 
- you need it to go on holiday
- you use it in you job
- you plan to live where it is used
- you have English-speaking friends
- you like to watch TV/films
- you are going to study in the UK
- you like learning languages

3. YOUR PERSONAL AIMS
Clear statements of what you want to achieve by improving your English.
Examples of aims:
- “to be able to go on holiday to the USA and deal with day-to-day language"
- "to read academic publications"

4. YOUR OBJECTIVES
Each aim will have one or more specific objectives.
These are things you need to do to achieve your aim. 
For example:
Aim - “to be able to go on holiday to the USA and deal with day-to-day language”
Objective - “to be able to book a table in a restaurant; order and pay for a meal”

5. COURSE CONTENT
Content, activities and tasks appropriate for your objectives.

I will use a broad and interesting range of course material for your lessons – videos, news articles, recordings, text books, TV, radio, and website – so that your learning is highly practical and relevant to your aims and objectives.

You will also learn about the cultural and formality aspects of interacting in an English-speaking environment.

6. LESSONS
Lessons are interactive, stimulating, enjoyable and effective. 
There will be error correction during the lesson where appropriate.

After each lesson, I will give feedback on what you did well; corrections; and further advice.

General English - English for Everyday Life

Do you want to feel confident and professional when you speak English at work? 

I help professionals in product development, data science, computer science and engineering improve their English for work. In my lessons, you will practise the skills you need most — from explaining technical ideas and writing clear emails to giving presentations, joining meetings, and working with international teams.

Each course is made for you. We will create a learning plan together, based on your job, your goals and the situations where you use English.

I choose materials from your industry so the language is useful and practical straight away. You will also learn how to sound clear, polite and professional when you speak or write in English.

My lessons are interactive and enjoyable. You will get feedback and correction to help you improve quickly. We will also look at cultural points and how formal or informal your English should be in different situations.

With over 30 years of experience in IT, telecoms and engineering, I understand the challenges of technical communication. I know how important it is to explain complex ideas in simple, clear English.

Let’s work together to make your English a strong skill for success in your career.

Let's Talk Tech - English for Technology and Business

Set up a company supplying UK businesses with cloud-based security and communications services.

Selling BT’s IT and telecommunications products and services to other UK telecommunications companies for resale under their own branding.

Canadian software company which developed XML technologies and commerce solutions for e-business.

Business development and account management of European publishers of electronic academic journals.

Start-up ISP and networking company with a focus on local government and SMEs.

Set up company distributing audio gift products for U.S. record label.

U.S. manufacturer of real-time and UNIX computers.

U.S. semiconductor manufacturer. Product Marketing Engineer for analogue to digital conversion products, supporting sales activity within Europe.

Most of my career - in fact, for over 35 years - I actually worked in business. My roles included senior management positions within a variety of businesses - from start-ups to FTSE-100 listed blue-chip corporations. As such, my experience of the use of English in a business context actually comes from a use of the language in real situations - namely: meetings, presentations, negotiations, interviews; and interaction with colleagues and customers. Over 800 business English lessons on italki.

I have a degree in Engineering and over 35 years of experience of working within the IT and telecommunications industry.

A trial class with me is all about how we can work together to reach your goals.
We can look at  your current level of English and discuss how you want to go forward, whether it be for IELTS  exam practice or just to improve your conversation skills. 
I have over 18years of classroom teaching experience including 10 years teaching online so whether you are 17 or 70 give me a try!

You've got a solid grasp of grammar and are ready to take your English fluency to the next level! This personalized one-to-one conversation class with a native speaker is exactly what you need. Imagine relaxed, pressure-free conversations on topics you find interesting, all from the comfort of your own home. This is the perfect way to boost your fluency and build real confidence in your spoken English!

Conversational English

Unlock your speaking potential! In this course, you'll gain practical experience with common exam questions, empowering you to perform your best. For those interested in enhancing their writing, I'm happy to offer a tailored assignment that we'll review together. Plus, you'll have access to resources that allow you to continue learning effectively outside of our sessions.

IELTS Preparation

Do you need to learn English in more depth than just conversational classes, or would you like to brush up on your grammar and writing skills? I can help you with your grammar, writing and speaking skills from Pre-Intermediate up to Advanced levels. Book a trial lesson to discuss further.

General English

I have been teaching IELTS online with iTalki since 2015. To date I have successfully taught over 1800 classes.

A trial lesson. My chance to learn about what you want and your skills and abilities. Then I can determine how I can help. It is also an opportunity for me to introduce myself and for you to get to know me. This lesson will be informal and will be mainly conversation with some questions and answers. If you would like a formal test to assess your skill and ability level it is available on request but is not essential or required.

Conversation practice, you or I can choose the topics and subject areas to suit either your interests and specific needs. I will make a note of any repetitive errors that need working on.

Conversation Class

General English Course. For Beginner, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate, and Advanced.  Grammar, Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.

General English Course. Beginner, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, Upper Intermediate, and Advanced.

Advanced speaking with a special emphasis on presentations. Topics of your choice depending on you interests or need and requirements. For business or university

Advanced speaking and presentations for business or university

A special, one off and bespoke project, assignment, publication or task for the student that may be business and education based.

Special assignments

I taught adults English and exam preparation for I.E.L.T.S. and TOEFL I also designed the courses for the upper intermediate and advanced classes and prepared the exams. I introduced a new speaking exam with audio visual elements. I taught private students in my spare time.

Teaching in a school specializing in science, technology, engineering and math’s (S.T.E.M). I also worked as a freelance at various schools in the Lisbon teaching teenagers for Cambridge FCE and PET exams.

I taught all levels beginner to advanced at Turkey’s largest language school, business English, activity classes, IELTS. and received TOEFL training and certification. I was the highest paid teacher in the school

Stood for the Council in May 2011 and I was offered the chairmanship of the Dorchester association and a place on the political action committee

Awarded funding from the Millennium Commission to make films about UK rivers. I managed a dedicated team to produce documentaries for UK T.V. I was employed as a business advisor and public speaker by the Commission and invited to the House of Lords to present my project.

Cambridge School. I taught KET, PET, FCE, CAE. Medical English and was a Cambridge exam invigilator.

I managed the North of England for Gateway (second biggest computer company at the time). With a dedicated field sales team I was responsible for all their corporate clients. My quarterly target was millions of dollars and I always exceeded my target. I was working from London England and Dublin Ireland. Gateway went bust in the economic crisis of late 2001.

Insights government clients, Councils and the departments of Health and Education. I increased the sales of existing clients, exceeded targets, won new clients and won the biggest ever software order.

I advised the leading FTSE 100 (The largest 100 companies listed on the London Stock Exchange) about new and emerging markets using our in-house analysts and published reports.

English Your Way!  I would like to talk with you.  During this lesson, we will talk about your English goals, how you learn, and what motivates you.  I will give you the tools you need to gain confidence in English.

Personalized Lessons: I will adapt this lesson to fit your needs and prepare an English learning plan for you. Please feel free to contact me.  (Free Placement Test,  Class Notes, Study Materials, Practice Plan)

One-on-one classes

For students who would like to improve their academic or professional writing skills.  We cover the best practices as well as ways to improve your writing.  We can use my prepared materials or work on your writing projects. In an individual class, we are able to target your weaknesses and advance quickly. I highly recommend this class for students studying abroad, university level students, and business professionals.

Academic Writing & Editing Course

Business presentations, negotiations, marketing, interview practice, and email writing for many different business situations are part of this course.  I will adapt the lesson to fit your current needs and industry.

Business English

I help corporate professionals improve their job performance and secure future career opportunities by advancing their presentation skills and improving their accent.  Speak with confidence without complicated grammar.

Advanced Professional Communication for Business Leaders

many advantages like audio and video recording.  Sharing our music has never been easier. I have been teaching music online for over six years, led a community band, played for nonprofits, toured in a singing group, performed on television, and taught amazing students for over 20 years.

Piano - Singing - Song Writing

My extensive experience in education and administration has given me a unique view of the entire learning process which is vital in understanding the learning pathway of each individual.

ESL Teacher - Chemistry - Biology - Math - Piano - Voice - Business Communication 
In addition to having taught in public and private schools in the US and Canada, I have experience teaching all grade levels including primary as well as teachers and doctoral level professors.

Akchurin, Inc is an American multinational technology company focused on high-tech building systems, software, and high-speed construction solutions for the real estate industry worldwide.  As the writer and project editor of AKCHURIN NEW YORK
HIGH-TECH SUSTAINABLE FACTORY-BUILT ENGINEERED PROPERTIES, I crafted detailed explanations and technical diagrams that chronicle the next generation of green architecture and self-sufficient building.

Founder & CEO of Link Lilly, Business Communication Educator, Presentation and Pronunciation Specialist, and Founder of the Link Lilly Fluent English Method.
I've coached hundreds of business professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders, guiding them to elevate their skills and reach their future career goals. The Link Lilly System builds a fluent foundation and proven communication system that allows you to present your innovative ideas and products to the world at a higher rate of success.

Literature · Curriculum Development · Written Communication · Project Coordination · Academic Publishing

✨ Welcome to my trial lesson! 

🙂 We’ll have a great first class as we get to know each other. 

🎯 I'll ask you some questions about your English learning background, explain my teaching method, and decide what type of lesson plan is right for you. 

💡 Ready to take your first lesson? I’d love to help you take your English to the next level! :)

*Classes should be taken in a quiet place, ideally with a computer for better learning. 💻

✨ Welcome to My Pronunciation and Reading Lessons! 

(📌 Before getting a package, please schedule a single lesson 1️⃣ to make sure we're a good fit and this is the right lesson for you.)

📙 Reading out loud with a teacher who corrects your mistakes will take your pronunciation to a new level!

🏖️ Reading for pleasure is the fastest way to improve your grammar and vocabulary, according to language learning research. 

How Does it Work?

🕯️In our first class, I’ll have several articles to choose from. I’ll evaluate your level as you read out loud, and then we’ll decide how to structure future lessons based on your needs and interests.

How This Class Will Help You:

🎙️ Improve Your Pronunciation:
You'll read out loud while I listen carefully and make corrections. I'll say any words or sentences that you had trouble with and have you repeat after me. I can also read everything first and have you shadow me if necessary. 

🚀 Increase Your Vocabulary Rapidly:
It's estimated that we learn new words 3 to 5 times faster when reading material that is easy and interesting, compared to other methods. 

🧠 Boost Your Grammar Naturally:
We absorb grammar structures much faster by reading than by the traditional, painful method of memorizing hundreds of grammar rules. 😆

💬 Gain Conversational Confidence:
I’ll ask you questions about what we read while we discuss the text in a relaxed, engaging way. 

Ready to start reading? Let’s do it! 🙂

🦜 Pronunciation Practice with Reading 📚

✨ Welcome to Structured Lessons! 

(📌 Before getting a package, please schedule a single lesson 1️⃣ to make sure we're a good fit and this is the right lesson for you.)

Who Should Choose This Class Type?

Students who want homework 📚 and some extra structure during the classes but don't want to be limited by using a textbook.

😉 See what my student Gabin said after one of our lessons: 
🗣️ “Stephen is really friendly and will pay attention to what you say. He's really easygoing and the conversation never runs dry. He'll also adjust the content of the lesson to whatever you wanna work on. I'd definitely recommend him to whoever wants to practice English in a both relax and efficient way. See you soon Stephen!” -- Gabin

What Does This Customized Course Include?

📝 1. A Google Doc which includes new vocab, homework, corrections, recommendations,  & more.

🔬 2. Homework assignments based on scientific research.

🎤 3.  Enjoyable speaking and listening practice, including description exercises, open conversation, topic-based discussions, work-related dialogues, pronunciation improvement, and vocabulary expansion.

🧠 4. Practical grammar practice without worrying about rule memorization.

Ready to take your English to the next level? Let's get started! 🙂

🌞 Structured Lessons with Homework 🖊️📒

✨ Welcome to My Conversation Class! 

(📌 Before getting a package, please schedule a single lesson 1️⃣ to make sure we're a good fit and this is the right lesson for you.)

🏖️ Having fun conversations is one of the best ways to build your confidence and fluency. 

😉 Here’s what my student Oscar said after our first class: 
🗣️ "I took my first class with Stephen and immediately felt a sense of trust. He knows how to correct your mistakes intelligently without making you feel overwhelmed, allowing you to speak freely." -- Oscar, Mexico

💬 How Does It Work?

There are two kinds of conversation lessons we can have, and I usually like to do a combination:

1️⃣ Free conversation practice

We'll talk naturally about all kinds of topics. I have a big list of fun and thoughtful questions to keep things flowing. 💡

Topics can include: 🌍 Travel, 🤖 Technology, 🧠 Psychology, 🎬 Movies, 📱 Life, habits, culture and anything else you'd like to discuss!

2️⃣ Speaking practice exercises

I’ll ask you to describe something, like a picture, a book, a movie, your job, or a past experience. 🎯 

While you speak, I’ll give you helpful feedback, correct your mistakes ✏️, and write new vocabulary and phrases for you in a shared Google Doc. 📄

Ready to take your speaking to the next level? Let's get started! 🙂

🎶️ Great Conversations. Increase Your Confidence! ️🎉😃

✨ Welcome to Business English! 

(📌 Before getting a package, please schedule a single lesson 1️⃣ to make sure we're a good fit and this is the right lesson for you.)

✅ I’ve helped many students strengthen their Business English, master job interviews, polish their presentation skills, and succeed at work. 

🗣️ Here’s what Nicole said after our twentieth and final lesson together:

“Stephen helped me a lot with my interview preparation. I learned a lot about how to tell a good story and polish my personal style. I developed my spoken English and finally got the offer from my dream company!!! Thank you so much, Stephen!” -- Nicole, China

📋 There Are 3 Options for This Course:

🎯 1. General Business English 

I will help you improve your business vocabulary and conversation skills so you feel prepared and confident at work. We will learn common phrasal verbs and expressions that are often used in the business world.

🔑 2. Interview Practice

I will ask you many common interview questions and give you helpful feedback. I will also share my "keys to having a successful interview." It’s not just about correct English; style, speed, and tone all matter too. I've helped a lot of students improve their interview skills which led to job offers! 

🖊️ 3. Preparation for Presentations and Work Projects

If you're nervous about a presentation you need to give, then this course is for you! I will help you practice giving your presentation in a confident, clear way, using proper vocabulary.

Let's get you that work success! 🚀

💼 Business English and Job Interview Mastery 📈

120 hour credit. I also took a 10 hour module on teaching one to one for a total of 130 hours

I attended MBI for one semester where I studied the Bible. After that I moved to Costa Rica and did an internship with an international church.

As a Co-Owner & Consultant, my responsibilities include:

💼 Consulting with churches on capital campaigns for buildings, renovations, and debt reduction.

📖 Providing virtual and on-site training for pastors and leaders.

🧭 Customizing strategy to fit each church’s culture and goals.

💬 Guiding communication, donor engagement, and leadership development.

🌱 Helping churches raise millions of dollars and encourage biblical stewardship.

💻 Managing and updating my company’s website.

💡 I help people become healthy and happy.

I help my clients:

🤍 Improve relationships.
🎯 Identify and set goals.
🧱 Overcome emotional blocks.
🌟 Improve self-esteem.
🧭 Choose or change careers.

🧠 I grew up with a father who was a brilliant counselor. He started teaching me about emotional intelligence when I was 9 years old. The older I became, the more he taught me about psychology and counseling.  He oversaw and guided my work when I got my first clients as an adult.

🌍 I worked in 4 hostels—1 in Portugal, 1 in Chile, and 2 in Panama. 

I welcomed guests 🛎️, processed payments 💳, answered the phone 📞, and gave directions 🗺️. 

Through daily interaction, I drastically improved my Spanish and Portuguese 🗣️, developed business skills, and connected with travelers from all over the world 🤝. 

It was an awesome experience that helped me grow both personally and professionally.

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I oversaw daily valet operations to ensure efficient and safe parking services 🅿️. 

I led the valet team 👥, and maintained high standards of customer service. 

I managed vehicle keys 🔑 and handled guest inquiries or concerns promptly. 

Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills were important to keep operations running smoothly.

I have attached a copy of a business contract with my company, Abundant Giving. It demonstrates my experience and success as a business owner and consultant. I have helped my clients raise millions of dollars for their projects.

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In the trial lesson, I can assess your level, and we can discuss your learning goals and outcomes to create a tailor-made lesson plan for you!

This course will provide you with a solid foundation in Arabic and will provide you will the skills and knowledge necessary speak, read, and write in Arabic with confidence and ease.

✔ suitable for all levels (A1-C2)
✔ every lesson will focus on specific grammar with themed vocabulary
✔ each lesson is tailored to cover topics matching your interests (e.g. daily life, literature, TV shows, sports, music, art, travel, etc.)
✔ you are welcome to schedule a trial lesson with me, so that we can work together to structure a course that meets your needs and goals.

General Modern Standard Arabic (A1-C2)

Through this course you will learn the ins and outs of the IELTS/TOEFL/GMAT exams, including tips and tricks that will help improve your score.

IELTS/TOEFL/GMAT Exam Preparation

In this course, you will learn the Arabic dialect spoken in the Arab Gulf/Iraq. This course will enable you to communicate with people in the countries of the Gulf region and to enjoy many aspects of the rich Iraqi-Gulf culture; its customs, stories, songs, etc. The course will also give you the basics in Arabic that will help you to communicate with Arab-speaking people outside of the Iraq-Gulf countries and provide a solid foundation for further study of Arabic. Classes are tailored to each student's goals and aims.

Iraqi/Gulf Arabic (All Levels)

From the basics of the language to the intricacies of communication in a professional context, your language-related goals are well within your reach with this Business Arabic course. Through this course you will learn how to effectively and appropriately communicate in Arabic in a professional environment. Topics include but are not limited to: business meetings, business etiquette, interviews, giving presentations, email correspondence, etc.
Classes are tailored to each student's level and goals.

Business Arabic (All levels and dialects)

Please note, this is a CONVERSATION class that focuses on SPEAKING only and is suitable for students who want to practice speaking specifically.

This course will provide you with conversational Arabic skills that you can use in real-life, daily situations like meeting people, asking for directions, ordering at a restaurant, and more. Instead of teaching grammar, this course focuses on phrases you can use immediately.

Conversational Arabic- Speaking Practice (MSA/dialects) All Levels- for current students only (pre-September 2023)

From the basics of the language to the intricacies of communication in a professional context, your language-related goals are well within your reach with this Business English course. Through this course you will learn how to effectively and appropriately communicate in English in a professional environment. Topics include: business meetings, business etiquette, interviews, giving presentations, email correspondence, etc.
Classes are tailored to each student's level and goals.

Business English (All Levels)

This course will provide you with a solid foundation in English and will provide you will the skills and knowledge necessary speak, read, and write in English with confidence and ease.

✔ suitable for all levels (A1-C2)
✔ every lesson will focus on specific grammar with themed vocabulary
✔ each lesson is tailored to cover topics matching your interests (e.g. daily life, literature, TV shows, sports, music, art, travel, etc.)
✔ you are welcome to schedule a trial lesson with me, so that we can work together to structure a course that meets your needs and goals.

General English (A1-C2)

Are you looking to improve your Arabic quickly? Perhaps you're a complete beginner looking for an intensive introductory course or maybe you've been learning for a while but aren't seeing results as quickly as you'd like. Either way, this intensive boot camp (which will be tailored to your individual level and goals) will help you improve rapidly with immediate results! The intensive use of Arabic presented in this boot camp helps you internalize the material, leading to higher retention rates and accelerated fluency. We will focus on all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).

You can choose from the following options:

Option 1 (two-week-long intensive weekday course): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2 hours per day
Option 2 (four-week-long intensive weekend course): Saturday and Sunday 2.5-hours per day

Intensive Arabic Boot Camp (20 hours)

Are you looking to improve your Gulf/Iraqi Arabic quickly? Perhaps you're a complete beginner looking for an intensive introductory course or maybe you've been learning for a while but aren't seeing results as quickly as you'd like. Either way, this intensive boot camp (which will be tailored to your individual level and goals) will help you improve rapidly with immediate results! The intensive use of Gulf/Iraqi Arabic presented in this boot camp helps you internalize the material, leading to higher retention rates and accelerated fluency. We will focus on all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).

You can choose from the following options:

Option 1 (two-week-long intensive weekday course): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2 hours per day
Option 2 (four-week-long intensive weekend course): Saturday and Sunday 2.5-hours per day

Intensive Gulf/Iraqi Arabic Boot Camp (20 hours)

Are you looking to improve your English quickly? Perhaps you're a complete beginner looking for an intensive introductory course or maybe you've been learning for a while but aren't seeing results as quickly as you'd like. Either way, this intensive boot camp (which will be tailored to your individual level and goals) will help you improve rapidly with immediate results! The intensive use of English presented in this boot camp helps you internalize the material, leading to higher retention rates and accelerated fluency. We will focus on all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).

You can choose from the following options:

Option 1 (two-week-long intensive weekday course): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2 hours per day
Option 2 (four-week-long intensive weekend course): Saturday and Sunday 2.5-hours per day

Intensive English Boot Camp (20 hours)

Are you preparing for the IELTS/TOEFL/GMAT? Feeling overwhelmed or don't know where/how to start? This intensive boot camp is here to the rescue! Through this course you will learn the ins and outs of the IELTS/TOEFL/GMAT exams, including tips and tricks that will help improve your score.
The intensive test preparation presented in this boot camp helps you internalize the material, leading to higher retention rates and accelerated improvement. You can choose from the following options:

Option 1 (two-week-long intensive weekday course): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2 hours per day
Option 2 (four-week-long intensive weekend course): Saturday and Sunday 2.5-hours per day

IELTS/TOEFL/GMAT Boot Camp (20 hours)

In this course, you will learn the Arabic dialect spoken in Egypt. This course will enable you to communicate with people in Egypt and to enjoy many aspects of the rich Egyptian culture; its customs, stories, songs, etc. The course will also give you the basics in Arabic that will help you to communicate with Arab-speaking people outside of Egypt and provide a solid foundation for further study of Arabic. Classes are tailored to each student's goals and aims.

Egyptian Arabic (All Levels)

Are you looking to improve your Egyptian Arabic quickly? Perhaps you're a complete beginner looking for an intensive introductory course or maybe you've been learning for a while but aren't seeing results as quickly as you'd like. Either way, this intensive boot camp (which will be tailored to your individual level and goals) will help you improve rapidly with immediate results! The intensive use of Egyptian Arabic presented in this boot camp helps you internalize the material, leading to higher retention rates and accelerated fluency. We will focus on all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).

You can choose from the following options:

Option 1 (two-week-long intensive weekday course): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2 hours per day
Option 2 (four-week-long intensive weekend course): Saturday and Sunday 2.5-hours per day

Intensive Egyptian Arabic Boot Camp (20 hours)

In this course, you will learn the Arabic dialect spoken in the Levant region (Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Palestine). This course will enable you to communicate with people in the Levant and to enjoy many aspects of the rich levantine culture; its customs, stories, songs, etc. The course will also give you the basics in Arabic that will help you to communicate with Arab-speaking people outside of the Levant and provide a solid foundation for further study of Arabic. Classes are tailored to each student's goals and aims.

Levantine Arabic (All Levels)

Are you looking to improve your Levantine Arabic quickly? Perhaps you're a complete beginner looking for an intensive introductory course or maybe you've been learning for a while but aren't seeing results as quickly as you'd like. Either way, this intensive boot camp (which will be tailored to your individual level and goals) will help you improve rapidly with immediate results! The intensive use of Levantine Arabic presented in this boot camp helps you internalize the material, leading to higher retention rates and accelerated fluency. We will focus on all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).

You can choose from the following options:

Option 1 (two-week-long intensive weekday course): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 2 hours per day
Option 2 (four-week-long intensive weekend course): Saturday and Sunday 2.5-hours per day

Intensive Levantine Arabic Boot Camp (20 hours)

Do you want to learn Arabic to work in the Foreign Service or Defense sector? Looking for a specialized and effective language course to help you achieve proficiency? Do you want to learn Arabic from a former Arabic linguistic and cultural consultant for the Ministry of Defense? Do you have a proficiency exam coming up? Are you looking to improve your Arabic quickly? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, this course is for you.

Perhaps you're a complete beginner looking for an intensive introductory course or maybe you've been learning for a while but aren't seeing results as quickly as you'd like. Either way, this course (which will be tailored to your individual level and goals) will help you improve rapidly with immediate results! The use of Arabic presented in this course helps you internalize the material, leading to higher retention rates and accelerated fluency. We will focus on all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking). MSA; Iraqi/Gulf; Levantine; Egyptian, and Maghrebi Arabic are available.

Foreign Service Institute (FSI)/Defense Language Institute (DLI)/Government Arabic

Business Arabic (Iraqi/Gulf dialect)

Do you want to learn Arabic to work in the Foreign Service or Defense sector? Looking for a specialized and effective language course to help you achieve proficiency? Do you want to learn Arabic from a former Arabic linguistic and cultural consultant for the Ministry of Defense? Do you have a proficiency exam coming up? Are you looking to improve your Arabic quickly? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, this course is for you.

Foreign Service Institute (FSI)/Defense Language Institute (DLI) Arabic Test Preparation

Conversational Arabic- Speaking Practice- All Levels (MSA/All Dialects)

Advanced certificate in teaching English as a foreign language

The SOAS PDHEP is a Higher Education Academy accredited programme.

I translated, edited, and proofread articles, books, manuscripts, MA/PhD theses, etc.

I taught all levels of ESL, Academic English, TOEFL/IELTS to international students.

• Oversee the delivery of comprehensive training programs in Business Arabic, Government & Military Arabic, Conversational Arabic, and Arab Cultural Awareness, providing bespoke solutions to individuals and companies for a personalized and effective learning experience. • Develop exclusive state-of-the-art Arabic language and culture curriculum and training materials tailored to meet the specific needs of clients across various sectors, including corporate, government & military, and oil & gas.

I was an assistant professor in the Faculty of Languages and Translation. I taught classes in Linguistics, Translation (Arabic/English), ESL, English, IELTS, and Arabic.

I taught all levels of Arabic (Modern Standard Arabic; Iraqi Arabic; Gulf Arabic) to British military officers, linguistics, delegates, and diplomats, and provided linguistic and cultural consultancy to enable them to work effectively and appropriately alongside Arab allies.

I taught an array of modules in Linguistics and Arabic to undergraduate and graduate students who were studying for a degree in Arabic. Some of the modules I taught include: Arabic dialectology, Levantine Arabic; Egyptian Arabic; General Linguistics

TRIAL LESSONS ARE NOT FOR INTERVIEW PRACTICE!

I will repeat, so there can be no misunderstanding

TRIAL LESSONS ARE NOT FOR INTERVIEW PRACTICE!

Please read my profile first and do not book a trial lesson unless YOU ARE ALREADY ABLE TO CONVERSE in English.

DO NOT ASSUME you are not up to standard, send me a message and we can discuss the matter.

The purpose of the trial lesson is to assess your level of English and where the gaps lie for Business English Lessons.

We will have question and answer sessions during the lesson to help the assessment.

It will also be of assistance if you tell me about your background and why you wish to take lessons from me, message me before the lesson with these details.

I do not use my normal teaching method in a trial lesson, but will describe it to you.

This will enable both of us to come up with a plan going forward.

For ALL aspects of Business English

Lessons can include not only Business Conversation but also 'Tasters' for each of the main topics (Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing).

Students MUST have a reasonably good prior knowledge of English.

Please do not select a 60 minute lesson for the 1st one. 30 minute lessons are exactly half the price of 60 minute ones and it gives me a chance to assess you.

Lesson formats will usually be as follows, UNLESS YOU WISH TO CONCENTRATE ON YOUR OWN TOPICS, (in which case a bespoke package will be built for you).

Students will be sent an article which will be discussed in the lesson. 

They read the article and mark any words or phrases they do not understand in Red. 

They then find definitions which they put after the words or phrases in English. Any words or phrases they still do not understand they change to green.

The article is discussed thoroughly during the lesson, questions asked both ways and opinions sought.

This allows the student to Read, Write, Listen, Comprehend and Increase Vocabulary in one lesson.

Thankyou for your interest.

Business English for ALL Disciplines and Topics

Interview Preparation should be planned and answers to questions should be structured and organised IN ADVANCE of the Interview.

To succeed at any interview you must highlight your ACHIEVEMENTS and HOW THEY RELATE TO THE JOB SPECIFICATION.

The lessons concentrate on analysing and matching your CV to the Job Specification and answereing practice for 4 Key Questions:

1) Tell me about yourself!

2) What are your strengths?

3) What are your weaknesses?

4) Do you have any questions for us?

They also deal with how you can portray yourself as the ideal candidate for the role.

There will also be participation in Mock Interviews.

Because of my own Business Background I am in the best position to help you.

Interview Preparation

This is a specialist course for English Government only.

Before signing of for this course students MUST contact me for further details.

I only accept a few students for this course.

English for Government

Many people have to give Presentations and present Reports in English

This is a chance to shine, be noticed, and advance your career.

But a bad Presentation or Report will be detrimental, and will harm your career.

I have the Experience, Skills and Qualifications to help you.

Experience - a Top Level 40 year Business Career in Accounting and IT

Skills - Ability to Program in VBA and design complicated management systems

Qualifications - I Qualified as an Accountant with one of the UKs top Accountancy Bodies and have a BA (Hons) degree in Business Studies

The lessons are tailor made to your requirements, and include:

Language and Grammar checking of Support Material.

Help with Speaking, especially the pronunciation of difficult words.

What to include, and what to avoid, to create the Maximum Impact

Reporting and Presentation Preparation

If you need someone to Proof Read or Check a document before sending it out then you should choose someone who has Experience, Skills and Qualifications to help you excel.

I have a 40 year business career in Accountancy and IT

Can programme in VBA for the Microsoft Office Suite of Programs

Am a Qualified Accountant with a BA (Hons) Degree in Business Studies

This price covers documents of up to 2,000 words and a 15 minute "Online" discussion period.

Proof Reading and Document Checking

Studied the following subjects. Accountancy, Law, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, Marketing, Computing. Specialised in Finance

Associate membership certificate of the above. The institute has now changed its name to CIMA.

Advanced Certificate in Teaching English Online.

Advanced Certificate for teaching Business English

Consultant at various firms designing and installing management information systems.

Degree in Business Studies including Majoring in Finance and Accountancy and additional subjects of Maths and Statistics, British Law, Marketing, Economics, Sociology and Psychology.

Discuss current events, small talk,  pronunciation exercises, and any questions the student wants to ask.

General Conversation

We will cover grammatical concepts based on student's level and pronunciation techniques for effective communication.  This class will be more structured and will utilize a book(s)

Grammar & Pronunciation Intensive

In addition to the Oxford Seminars 120 hour certificate, I worked towards another 120 hour certification course from an extremely reputable institution.   I wanted to keep up to date with any teaching methodologies

Experimental Psychology with a focus on Brain/Behavior Relationships

I taught industry specific English to multinational corporations.  My students included engineers, customer service specialists, and upper management personnel.

I taught English writing, speaking, reading, and listening for 5 years at this university. This enables me to teach at a professional level at all times.

Performance coaching, weekly, 20-30 individual professionals worldwide, including Russia, China, Poland, Turkey and France online for career changing, marketing plans, cultural adjusting and customer service in the fields of medicine, marketing, public safety, finance and supply chain logistics.

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