Are you giving long, memorised answers and still getting Band 6? In this first 10-minute episode, I break down what IELTS examiners are REALLY listening for in the Speaking test - and it's not a perfect accent or difficult vocabulary. You'll learn: ✓ 3 myths keeping you at Band 6 ✓ My simple formula for Part 1: Answer + Reason + Example ✓ My Past + Story + Feeling structure for Part 2 ✓ How to handle Part 3 like a Band 7+ ✓ The 4 scores examiners use (and which one you're ignoring) PRACTICE CHALLENGE: Answer out loud: "What did you do last weekend?" Record 20 seconds on your phone. Want free feedback? Find me on italki. Book a trial and write "Podcast Episode 1" - I'll check your recording for free. Next episode: How to Never Run Out of Things to Say in Part 2. Follow the show so you don't miss it!