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Authentic As F*ck with Sun YiHadar Shemesh: Right Way To Build A Membership CommunityWatch Trailer Episode 122: https://www.instagram.com/p/DCFCW3MRVVy/Watch Full Episode 122 on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRY9FrKWkbE&t=2sAuthentic As F*ck is a podcast all about storytelling. I have conversations with entrepreneurs, and creators, exploring their journeys and dive into their expertise that greatly inspire them.This week's guest is Hadar Shemesh. Hadar is a linguistics expert and communication coach who’s worked with companies like Google, Microsoft, Facebook, IBM, GM, WeWork, Wix and many more! She has over a million subscribers on her YouTube ch...2024-11-011h 29
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson831. Learning How to Learn with Hadar ShemeshA conversation with Hadar Shemesh, a non-native speaker who has improved her English to a very high level, and who now shares her knowledge and experience with the world through her podcast and YouTube channel. Hadar describes her own experiences of learning English and mastering pronunciation. This episode is all about the voyage of discovery that is learning a language.👉 Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-sOJ👉 Hadar's episode with Luke https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/interview-with-luke-from-lukes-english-podcast/👉 Hadar's website https://hadarshemesh.com/👉 Hadar's podcast (InFluency Podcast) https://hadarshemesh.com/influency-podcast/👉 Hadar's YouTube...2023-06-2051 min
Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson831. Learning How to Learn with Hadar ShemeshA conversation with Hadar Shemesh, a non-native speaker who has improved her English to a very high level, and who now shares her knowledge and experience with the world through her podcast and YouTube channel. Hadar describes her own experiences of learning English and mastering pronunciation. This episode is all about the voyage of discovery that is learning a language.👉 Episode page https://wp.me/p4IuUx-sOJ👉 Hadar's episode with Luke https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/interview-with-luke-from-lukes-english-podcast/👉 Hadar's website https://hadarshemesh.com/👉 Hadar's podcast (InFluency Podcast) https://hadarshemesh.com/influency-podcast/👉 Hadar's YouTube channel @hadar.shemesh https://www.youtube.com/@hadar.shemesh Sign up to LEP Prem...2023-06-2054 min
The InFluency Podcast[BONUS] Go Beyond - registration ends Friday!Click here to learn more about Beyond https://bit.ly/3OdOvVB
My English membership Beyond is now open! In this episode, I’ll tell you what it’s all about, and what you can find inside Beyond.
Doors are only open until Friday! Join today: https://bit.ly/3OdOvVB
Check out an example of my Sprint here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/sprint-with-hadar/
2023-05-1717 minThe InFluency Podcast[BONUS] Overthinking - an episode from My English Mindset TrainingIn today’s episode, I’ll share with you a special look into an episode of my new training, My English Mindset. My English Mindset is a 30-day training designed to transform the way you think, feel, and act in English. https://bit.ly/3Ji0PBp
My English Mindset has 30 audio trainings and daily prompts for you to work through each day – and when you join, you’ll get lifetime access to all of the audios.
If you enjoy podcasts, you’ll love this audio training!
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The InFluency PodcastWhen you're not where you want to be in EnglishJoin my new mindset training! 30 days of audio trainings designed to transform your confidence and mindset in English https://bit.ly/47wXuYD What can you do when you’re not where you want to be in your fluency? As we go into a new year, you might be looking back at last year and feeling like you didn’t accomplish what you wanted to in English. No doubt, this is a discouraging feeling! But have you ever stopped to ask yourself what exactly is holding you back from achieving your goals and being where you...2023-01-0314 min
The InFluency PodcastHow did you do in 2022? | A Year in ReviewJoin my new mindset training! 30 days of audio trainings designed to transform your confidence and mindset in English hadarshemesh.com/mindset How was your 2022? What are you wishing for yourself in 2023? In this episode I’m going to ask you 5 questions to reflect on to review 2022 and set the right intention for 2023. I’ll also share with you my review and reflections! I invite you to share with me your wins, regrets, hopes, dreams, and resolutions in the comments or on my Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hadar.accentsway/ Happy new year...2022-12-2713 min
The InFluency PodcastWhen TH is the HARDEST and how to make it EASIER | American English PronunciationThis episode will help you pronounce the English TH consonant sound when there are many in a sentence, and how to make it smoother in sentences and between several tricky consonants. Have a question for me too? Ask me here! https://hadarshemesh.com/ask-hadar/ If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://hadarshemesh.com/audio-accent-course/ You can also download an interactive list of 50 of the most mispronounced words in English and master the pronunciation of those tricky words: https://ha...2022-09-2707 min
Looks Like WorkPermission to speak - with Hadar ShemeshHow confident are you in your voice? In today’s episode, Hadar Shemesh joins us to discuss how she helps non-native English speakers raise their voice and cultivate permission to speak.
Hadar is a linguistics expert and communication coach who’s worked with companies like Google, Microsoft, Facebook, IBM, GM, Wework, Wix (and many more!). In this episode, she shares how pursuing her dream of becoming an actress made her hyper-aware of her “otherness,” and then led her to create a business helping speakers of English as a second language communicate confidently and joyfully in English.
We als...2022-05-1755 min
The InFluency PodcastImprove Your Pronunciation in 14 Days | Free How To Pronounce Marathon?Want to improve your pronunciation fast? Join our 14-day ‘How to Pronounce’ Marathon! The marathon is going to happen on my INSTAGRAM page @hadar.accentsway where I’ll be sharing a short explanation of how to pronounce tricky and challenging words. Why working on the pronunciation of single words is so useful: ? It helps you become more aware of the actual sounds in words (and not how you THINK they should sound) ? You develop an awareness of your articulation organs and how to control them ? You invest less energy in pronouncing freque...2022-04-2608 min
The InFluency PodcastFeeling InvisibleWhat happens when you’re choosing not to speak? When you feel limited by a language? Maybe you’ve gotten used to avoiding speaking so much that you feel people don’t really know the REAL you. When you constantly feel like your voice is not heard – whether it’s because of others not listening to you or because you’re not speaking enough, especially when it matters – you might feel you’re invisible. There’s nothing worse than feeling that people don’t REALLY see you. Join me for a conversation about feeling invisible, how that’s connected...2022-01-1827 min
The InFluency PodcastReal Stories About What’s Possible | Interview with VladimirMy students and community members are truly inspiring. In these What’s Possible episodes, I’ll have a conversation with them about their journey, and in particular what has worked for them and led them to change the circumstances in their lives (for the better!). In this episode, Vladimir will tell you how he got the job of his dreams that allows him to travel around the world, simply by being prepared when the opportunity came. Watch the video version of the interview here. Join the waitlist to be the first to know when we o...2021-12-2428 min
The InFluency PodcastReal Stories About What’s Possible | Interview with TomaszMy students and community members are truly inspiring. In these What’s Possible episodes, I’ll have a conversation with them about their journey, and in particular what has worked for them and led them to change the circumstances in their lives (for the better!). In this episode, Tomasz will share with us how consistent practice (15 min a day) has helped him do business in English, broadcast live in English for 60 consecutive days, and entertain international diplomats at weddings. Watch the video version of the interview here. Join the waitlist to be the first to k...2021-12-1742 min
The InFluency PodcastReal Stories About What’s Possible | Interview with LucreciaMy students and community members are truly inspiring. In these What’s Possible episodes, I’ll have a conversation with them about their journey, and in particular what has worked for them and led them to change the circumstances in their lives (for the better!). In this episode, Lucrécia will tell you how to let go of the impostor syndrome and harness the power of the compound effect, and transform the way you think, feel, and use English. Watch the video version of the interview here. Join the waitlist to be the first...2021-12-0328 min
The InFluency PodcastReal Stories About What’s Possible | Interview with RosalineMy students and community members are truly inspiring. In these What’s Possible episodes, I’ll have a conversation with them about their journey, and in particular what has worked for them and led them to change the circumstances in their lives (for the better!). In this episode, Rosaline will share a bunch of incredible insights about mindset and language, cultural differences, building habits, and the fastest way to become confident (it worked for her). Watch the video version of the interview here. Join the waitlist to be the first to know when we open...2021-11-1930 min
The InFluency PodcastPHRASAL VERBS - Do you REALLY need them to sound fluent? (the answer is NO)Do English phrasal verbs stress you out? Are you obsessed with understanding how to use them to the point that you find yourself getting stuck when communicating in English? If you do, this episode is for you. I’m gonna talk about the consequences of not using phrasal verbs when speaking English and how to avoid the biggest mistake when learning and practicing phrasal verbs, using my pronunciation confidence method. What are your favorite phrasal verbs in English? How do YOU learn them? Do you find it easy or hard? Let me know in the comments or...2021-08-1713 min
The InFluency PodcastWhat To Do When People Don’t Understand You In EnglishWhat do you do when people don’t understand you? Do you repeat what you said? Do you stop speaking? Do you feel bad? When we speak a second language (and even in our first language), people may not understand us 100% of the time. This can be because of pronunciation, sentence structure, choice of words, and many other reasons. There’s no reason to feel bad about it – it’s part of speaking a second language. Yet, it’s always a learning opportunity. In this episode, I’ll share some tips to help you deal with this co...2021-08-0318 min
The InFluency PodcastCan English learners become English teachers?In this ‘Ask Hadar’ podcast episode I’m answering Silvana, an English learner from Brazil, who wants to become an English teacher. Silvana isn’t sure she can do it, because she still has a lot to learn herself. I get asked this question a lot – whether non-native speakers of English should teach the language. And I always say – absolutely. If pursuing a teaching career is what you want, don’t let anyone – teachers or colleagues – put you down because you’re not a native speaker of English. Because teaching is so much more than transforming knowledge, especially in this day and age...2021-07-0910 min
The Podcaster's Guide to a Visible VoiceDisrupting Voice Stereotypes and Accents with Hadar ShemeshI first heard of Hadar Shemesh going down the rabbit hole of looking for new podcasts to listen to and her Influency Podcast caught my eye - or ears in this case. Her passion to have her listeners own their voice was very much aligned with mine and I kept hearing myself say, yes, yes! Agreeing with her content and how her words were very similar to my own passion and values of empower women's voices and creating a diverse voice in podcasting. So I had to reach out and I am so glad that she decided to come...2021-04-1930 min
The InFluency PodcastWhat I learned about English fluency from... DANCE CLASSES ??If you’ve learned to dance, I assume it included moving your body and not just watching other people move, right? Same goes if you learned how to ride a bicycle or play the piano. Well, you know what? The same goes for learning English! If you want to become fluent – so fluent that you sometimes can’t tell the difference between speaking in English or your native language because they both feel so natural – you have to put what you learn into practice, which means – SPEAKING! This is how you acquire a new habit. Eve...2021-03-3011 min
The InFluency PodcastDo we change our personality when we speak English? | ASK HADARIn this episode I answer a question from Juan Andres from Colombia who wants to understand why he feels different when he speaks English than when he speaks Spanish. In these Ask Hadar episodes I’m gonna answer, or at least share my perspective on some of your questions. Want me to answer your question on the podcast or IG? Send me your audio or video question here: https://hadarshemesh.com/ask-hadar/ Did you know we’re working on a new and exciting transformational program? Get on the list to find out...2021-03-1208 min
The InFluency PodcastBeing a NON-NATIVE speaker is an ADVANTAGE | Interview with an OSCAR winning producerShould you let your English stop you? Rotem Alima, an Academy Award-winning film and television producer, thinks that’s the last thing you should do. She also didn’t let the fact that she’s a brown, immigrant woman stop her from succeeding in the demanding Hollywood film and TV industry. For International Women’s day, Rotem shares with us her story of how she moved from being insecure and ready to give up on her dream of becoming a Hollywood producer, to finding her voice and her power. And that’s a great reminder of how eve...2021-03-0831 minThe InFluency PodcastWhy your Voice MattersThe fear of speaking in a second language or in public can be crippling. That knot that pushes your words further down into your chest. Do you know it? We often think about these things as if they are OUR OWN issues. OUR problems, OUR English. But what if English is just a manifestation of something bigger that prevents us from speaking? What if our tendency to mute ourselves is not just English but something generational, that unless we break the chain, we will keep passing it onward? In this podcast...2021-02-1614 min
The InFluency PodcastPronunciation, Grammar and Confidence in English - You ask, I answer!One of my favorite things to do is to answer the questions of my students and audience, and in this episode this is exactly what I’m going to do. And if you know me by now, you know that to every question there’s always more than just a simple answer. This is why I’m sure you’ll find something valuable for you (even though it wasn’t you who asked the question). If you want to ask me a question, you can submit it here: https://hadarshemesh.com/ask-hadar/ Here's the list of th...2020-12-1534 min
The InFluency Podcast10-min Powerful Pronunciation Practice | HADAR'S SPRINTDOWNLOAD THE PDF WITH THE SPRINT DRILLS: https://bit.ly/2H5eeiE A Sprint is a 10-min exercise that I’ve developed, aimed at building pronunciation confidence using new sounds, new words, and common grammar structures, through consistent repetition. In this video, you’ll get to drill a wide range of elements: pronunciation of important sounds, tricky consonant transitions, intonation of questions, and much more. The repetition creates new pronunciation habits, so it becomes easier to use these sounds, retrieve the words, and internalize the grammar rule. Pronunciation confidence is my unique teaching tech...2020-11-2415 min
The InFluency PodcastTired Of Making The SAME Grammar Mistakes Again And Again? TRY THISDo you get frustrated when you forget to use all the new words, correct tenses and prepositions when speaking EVEN THOUGH YOU KNOW THEM?!? The English that we know and the English that we speak are not the same. When we write, we have more time to think, retrieve words, and organize our thoughts. When we speak sometimes we go into ‘survival mode’ or ‘autopilot’ – and we forget to use all that lovely grammar that we know. Why is that? And does it mean that we need to learn it again and again until we ‘get it...2020-10-2714 min
The InFluency PodcastSpeak Like A Native - THE MYTHWant to speak like a native in English? Of course you do. Who wouldn’t want that? But ... What if I told you that setting the goal TO SPEAK AND SOUND LIKE A NATIVE in English could also be the reason why you still feel stuck and insecure in English? Here’s why: 1) This concept 'to speak like a native' implies there is only one 'right' way to speak English. In fact, the opposite is true. Native speakers have vastly different accents and expressions, and even use different forms of grammar. What the Engl...2020-10-2025 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to Reach a Breakthrough in English Without Learning Anything NewAs an English learner, you must have wondered – what are the things that are preventing me from reaching a breakthrough in English? You may think it’s just more vocabulary, or phrasal verbs, and maybe all those fancy tenses that people use… When in fact, it’s something a lot more basic and primal. It’s not what ELSE you need to learn, but instead – it’s how YOU think about yourself when speaking English. Yes, how we think about our English has a big part in how confident we feel when speaking English. Are we thinkin...2020-10-1659 min
The InFluency Podcast5 Common Pronunciation Mistakes Chinese Speakers MakeIn this episode, I’m going to talk about the biggest English pronunciation challenges for Mandarin Chinese speakers – all broken down and explained. But first – don’t forget to download the FREE American English Pronunciation Guide for Chinese Speakers: https://theaccentsway.com/chinese-speakers-english-guide/ In this episode you’ll learn what the main pronunciation challenges are that Chinese speakers face and why they are difficult. But more than that – you’ll learn how to overcome them and become a more confident and clear English speaker. Not a Chinese speaker? I bet as a non-native speaker of English you...2020-10-1322 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to pronounce 'genre'English words can be really confusing sometimes. In the how-to-pronounce episodes released every Friday, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing or challenging words. This week we’re going to talk about how to pronounce the word “Genre”. Here’s a loose transcription of the word as explained in the episode: Genre: jaan-ruh [IPA: ˈʒɑːnrə] If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://hadarshemesh.com/audio-accent-course/ You can also download an interactive list of 50 of the most mis...2020-10-0903 min
The InFluency PodcastSay Goodbye To Traditional BUSINESS ENGLISH Vocabulary Lists! With Lindsay From 'All Ears English'Have you been dreaming about working in an international company, but you’re afraid that your English is not good enough and you don’t know what you need to do to improve? Or maybe you already work in English but struggle to find a balance between using formal English and still feeling authentic? In this episode, you’re gonna find all the answers to your burning questions! Because my guest is Lindsay McMahon, the founder and host of the All Ears English podcast. In the interview, Lindsay talks about how you can find the ba...2020-10-0631 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to pronounce Can and Can’tEnglish words can be really confusing sometimes. In the how-to-pronounce episodes released every Friday, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing or challenging words. This week we’re going to talk about how to pronounce the pair "Can” and “Can’t”. Here’s a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: Can: kan [IPA: kæən] or k’n [IPA: kən] Can’t: kant [IPA: kænt̚] If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio c...2020-10-0205 min
The InFluency PodcastWant to be specific in English? No need for new words. Just say something TWICE! ?Trust me, you’re gonna LIKE-like this episode Do you know this feeling when you’re looking for a word so you can be really specific – but you can find the exact word? Here’s a little simple, efficient, and intuitive tip that will help you – >>> It’s called Lexical Cloning or Reduplication, which is repeating a word or phrase twice to convey a different meaning than one word or phrase alone would convey. Some of you may already be familiar with this phenomenon as it happens in other languages as well, not ju...2020-09-2908 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to pronounce 'though', 'thought', 'tough'English words can be really confusing sometimes. In the how-to-pronounce episodes released every Friday, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing or challenging words. This week we’re going to talk about how to pronounce the triplet "Though", "Thought", and "Tough". Here’s a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: Though: thow [IPA: ðoʊ] Thought: thaat [IPA: θɑːt] Tough: tuhf [IPA: tʌf] If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash...2020-09-2502 min
The InFluency Podcast3 Tips for Sounding Clear and Expressive While Wearing a MaskIt’s been about 6 months since the Coronavirus took over our lives and we had to learn to communicate with a mask on. You have probably noticed how it compromises your clarity – it muffles the voice, and people can’t read your lips or see your facial expressions. If you feel like you’re already putting too much effort into speaking, and speaking becomes too challenging with a mask – this episode is for you. In this episode, I’ll share with you a few tips about how to communicate more effectively with a mask, focusing on three elemen...2020-09-2216 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to pronounce 'literally'English words can be really confusing sometimes. In the how-to-pronounce episodes released every Friday, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing or challenging words. This week we’re going to talk about how to pronounce the word "literally". Here’s a loose transcription of the word as explained in the episode: Literally: li-duh-ruh-lee [IPA: ˈlɪɾəɹəli] If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://hadarshemesh.com/audio-accent-course/ You can also download an interactive list of 50 of the...2020-09-1803 min
The InFluency PodcastWhy Perfectionism Will KILL Your FluencyHaving PERFECT English may sound like a dream come true, but what does it really mean to have perfect English? Is it even a THING? Is there such a thing as perfect English? And even if there was (and there isn’t) – do you think it serves you to strive for perfection, or does it get in your way? In this episode I’ll discuss why striving for perfection when communicating in English (which means working relentlessly on your pronunciation and never feeling satisfied, beating yourself up on small and big mistakes, not speaking when you’re...2020-09-1528 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to pronounce 'water'English words can be really confusing sometimes. In the how-to-pronounce episodes released every Friday, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing or challenging words. This week we’re going to talk about how to pronounce the word "water". Here’s a loose transcription of the word as explained in the episode: Water: waa-d’r [IPA: ˈwɑ:ɾəɹ] or waw-d’r [IPA: ˈwɔ:ɾəɹ] If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://hadarshemesh.com/audio-accent-course/ You can also download an int...2020-09-1103 min
The InFluency PodcastHow I Found my Voice in English | Celebrating 200 Magazine EpisodesIn this episode, I’m going to talk about how I evolved from the very first video I created on YouTube to the 200th episode of the Accent’s Way magazine that was released last week. To watch the episode on my video magazine (and get the links to all the videos mentioned) go here: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/how-i-found-my-voice-in-english/ Just like with everything in life, my journey has started with insecurity, fear, and the need to please everyone, and continued with a profound understanding of who I am and what I have to give to th...2020-09-0823 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to pronounce 'except', 'accept', and 'expect'English words can be really confusing sometimes. In the how-to-pronounce episodes released every Friday, I’ll help you with the pronunciation of confusing or challenging words. This week we’re going to talk about how to pronounce the triplet "except", "accept", and "expect". Here’s a loose transcription of the words as explained in the episode: Except: ik-sept, or uhk-sept [IPA: ɪkˈsept] Accept: ak-sept, or uhk-sept [IPA: əkˈsept] Expect: ik-spekt [IPA: ɪkˈspekt] If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, down...2020-09-0404 min
The InFluency PodcastBoost your PRONUNCIATION, GRAMMAR and VOCABULARY with this 10-min daily exercise | Hadar’s #SPRINTIf you liked this Sprint, you’re probably going to like the SPRINT MASTER – 30 different Sprints for a powerful daily practice: https://hadarshemesh.com/sprint-master As an English learner, you probably already know that speaking is a big part of improving EVERYTHING about your English. And if you don’t speak English on a daily basis, when you DO speak, it may seem like you’re only using about 25% of what you know whether it’s grammar, vocabulary, or pronunciation. As a result, you get stuck, seem to forget words or how to form a gra...2020-09-0115 min
The InFluency PodcastImprove Your Pronunciation With These Effective ExercisesIf you feel that you’re not clear in English – this can help! In this episode, I’m going to share with you 3 exercises that will help you improve your speech and clarity, and give you the freedom to use your voice in a more expressive and engaging way. All you need is a wine cork (no wine is needed) and a text! To watch the exercises on video: https://theaccentsway.com/english-pronunciation-exercises/ To learn more about the vowels of English: https://theaccentsway.com/english-vowels/ Your morning practice routine: https://h...2020-07-2810 min
The InFluency PodcastThe Single Most Effective Way To Improve Your EnglishWhat is the BEST way for you to learn English? Can someone who is not YOU know such a thing? Is it really about that one method to become fluent or is it about understanding what YOU need? In this episode, I’m going to talk about how to find out the most effective way for you to learn English, how to understand what type of learner you are (so that your learning process will be more effective), and at the same time, I’m going share with you the secret method that has helped ME m...2020-07-2109 minThe InFluency Podcast5 Steps to Improve Your Pronunciation and Communication SkillsHave you ever wanted to improve your English pronunciation but didn’t know where to start? Today’s episode is all about improving your pronunciation and clarity. I’m going to teach you the 5 steps that you need to take in order to gain clarity and confidence when it comes to speaking in English. You could also watch the video version here: https://theaccentsway.com/improve-your-accent/ Here are the 5 steps: Perception (listening skill) Pronunciation Intonation Effective practice Intentional speaking More episodes on Pronunciation and Intonation: How to Practice Pronunciation Effect...2020-07-1725 min
The InFluency PodcastR Boot Camp: Daily Drill to Pronounce the R in English FREELY and EFFORTLESSLY Download my FREE R word drills and sentences WITH audio to practice the R: https://bit.ly/2uwlVbz How frustrating is it to KNOW how to pronounce the R in English, but when you need to use it… it’s not there for you! (Or it feels like you have mud in your mouth ?) I mean, why is your RRRR not listening to you?!?! But worry not, because I got you covered. If you do this R BOOT CAMP every day for 2 weeks, you will see how it is SO MUCH EASI...2020-07-1413 minThe InFluency PodcastWhy English Teachers Struggle Building A Successful Business Online #Friday4TeachersThis episode today is for English teachers, in particular, those who run their own business. If you’re not a teacher, you can download the script here and use this episode as a listening exercise: https://hadarshemesh.com/transcript/english-teachers-building-business/ Question: Why do super talented and passionate teachers struggle with finding more students and building a sustainable business online? Why is it so hard for teachers to scale from one-to-one to one-to-many? It’s not because they’re not good teachers. It’s usually because there’s one missing element, that unless teachers e...2020-07-1016 min
The InFluency PodcastEnglish for Korean Speakers: How to Overcome Your BIGGEST Pronunciation Challenges ?In this episode, I’m going to talk about the biggest English pronunciation challenges for Korean Speakers – all broken down and explained. You’ll learn what are those main challenges, why they are difficult for you, but more than that – you’ll learn how to overcome them and become a more confident and clear English speaker. Download the FREE American English pronunciation guide for Korean speakers: https://theaccentsway.com/korean-speakers-guide/ Not a Korean speaker? I bet that as a non-native speaker of English you can find at least one challenge that is relevant to you Le...2020-07-0725 minThe InFluency PodcastThe 5 Ground Rules To Staying Motivated When Learning EnglishDo you ever get bored or discouraged when learning English? Do you find yourself wanting to quit? Or quitting way too often? Do you feel that you’re not good enough because you can’t keep up with your studies? If you answered ‘yes’ on any of these questions, this episode is just for you. In this episode, I’m going to share with you 5 rules for staying motivated in English. They are fun and helpful, especially in times when you feel like quitting. Quick note: this is the audio version of my YT video. And...2020-07-0318 min
The InFluency Podcast15 Minute Morning Pronunciation Practice for English LearnersIn this episode, I’m going to share with you the ideal morning pronunciation practice for your English. To watch the daily practice on video: http://theaccentsway.com/pronunciation-practice-english Now, here’s the thing. Pronunciation is, basically, knowing how to use your muscles, your articulation organs. And as muscles, they need to be trained and you need to build up your muscle. And in order for you to master the sounds of English and to be in command and control of your tongue, which you should be, you need to exercise it. This is why I cr...2020-07-0117 minThe InFluency PodcastThe Price English Learners Pay for Systemic Racism With Teacher WillIn this episode, teacher Will talks to us about what is individual vs systemic racism and how it affects English learners, the importance of diversity in the English learning industry, what privilege is and other good stuff you truly don’t want to miss. Because everything we talk about in this episode, has to do with how we think, teach and learn English. This is a part of an interview I had with teacher Will on the Live English show. Teacher Will’s Instagram: @ask_teacherwill (https://www.instagram.com/ask_teacherwill/) Teacher Will...2020-06-261h 17
GALLERY OF IDEAS - Entrepreneurship & Personal Development#53 Café Poliglota (PT-EN) Interview with Hadar ShemeshJoining us today on Gallery of Ideas Radio "Café ☕️Poliglota" the incredible Hadar Shemesh🎙💥📟
Hadar is an Accent & Fluency Coach. YouTuber. Online Entrepreneur. English Hacker. Non-native speaker.
Tune in for Live interview today at 7pm CET
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The InFluency PodcastWhat Makes a GOOD English Teacher?What makes a good English teacher? So many people settle for mediocre English teaching because it’s comfortable and they don’t believe they can find something better ? They keep taking English lessons with the wrong teacher because it’s either close to home, it’s familiar, it’s cheap, they feel bad leaving the teacher, they don’t need to do any research, or it simply allows them to stay in their comfort zone. In this episode, I’ll share with you some tips on how to know if your teacher is the right teacher for yo...2020-06-2317 minThe InFluency PodcastAmerican Rhythm: Learn How To Be A Better Speaker With Reese WitherspoonDownload the script with my intonation & rhythm notes for effective practice: https://theaccentsway.com/rhythm/ In this episode you are going to learn: What is the secret of American rhythm and intonation? What are the things in American English that non-native speakers sometimes perceive as ‘fake’ and ‘over-the-top’, and how can we change this misperception? What makes a speech in English powerful and effective? To learn more about the fundamentals of American intonation: What They Don’t Teach You In School: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/12/ Join our Facebook community to connect with non-na...2020-06-1823 min
The InFluency PodcastAfraid Of Small Talk? How To Go From Awkward To Brilliant With One Simple TrickWant to make small talk easy and effortless? What if I told you it is NOT about learning new phrases or questions or words? It’s not about becoming fluent either. You don’t need it to navigate small talk successfully… With one simple trick that you’ll learn in the video (and a few other bonus tricks), you will no longer be afraid to have a conversation with a complete stranger in English. Listen to these episodes to level up your English: How To Sound Smart In English? Upgrade Your Vocabula...2020-06-1621 min
The InFluency PodcastThe TRUTH About How We TALK And How We Get HEARD | With Samara BayOh my, you are going to WANT to watch this interview. In this episode, I talk to Samara Bay about the practice of how we SPEAK and how we get HEARD (with sprinkles of pronunciation). Samara is a Hollywood dialect coach for actors in television and film; among the actors she coached are Gal Gadot, Rachel McAdams, Pierce Brosnan, Penelope Cruz. And she is also the host of the wonderful podcast ‘Permission to Speak’, which explores the power of voice and strives to change what power sounds like. In this interview you’ll hear u...2020-06-091h 04The InFluency PodcastAccent BiasIn this episode, I’m sharing with you an article written by a Nigerian born queer writer based in Toronto. She wrote about the challenges and discrimination that a person with an accent faces. ‘Accent Bias’ article by Kimberly Ehigiator: https://medium.com/@kimberlyjoe/accent-bias-75b566ab5da4 Here’s another related episode on How to Talk About Social Justice In English: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/43/ Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://theaccentsway.com/influency-community/2020-06-0511 min
The InFluency PodcastHow To Talk About Social Justice In English | Vocabulary And ExamplesAt times of injustice, we need to show solidarity, educate ourselves, and do our best to learn about people’s suffering. In this episode, I offer a short lesson that will help you navigate the current discourse about social justice and racism in English. I also want to offer food for thought, talking about diversity among YouTube’s English teachers. Would love to hear your thoughts in the comments. More on English vocabulary: How To Sound Smart In English? Upgrade Your Vocabulary With This #1 Method: https://theaccentsway.com/how-to-sound-smart-in-english/ Want to i...2020-06-0213 min
The InFluency PodcastHow To Learn New Vocabulary? Build Pronunciation Confidence ?Tired of theory and need the real deal?!? In this episode I share with you an in-depth vocabulary exercise that will help you learn and remember words and use them frequently. I based these drills on the understanding that there are many words you know but never use, for several reasons: – You’re not confident PRONOUNCING them – They’re not accessible (you forget to use them) – You don’t feel confident using them correctly in a sentence I developed a 5-step system to overcome these challenges and enhance your vocabulary. People who h...2020-05-2631 minThe InFluency PodcastImprove Your Communication Skills By Learning How To ListenTo be a great Speaker you first have to be a great listener. In this episode I’m going to share FIVE TIPS that will help you improve your communication skills, become a great listener and an excellent conversation partner. Check out the magazine post to read more on the subject and watch my YouTube video – How to Make Everyone Want to Talk to You: https://theaccentsway.com/conversation-partner/ Join our Facebook community to practice them in conversations with real people: https://theaccentsway.com/influency-community/ If you want to improve your accent and unde...2020-05-2110 min
The InFluency Podcast6 Ways To Sound More Confident In English (Even When You’re Not!)Let’s say you have a job interview tomorrow morning. And let’s say you haven’t reached your English breakthrough just yet, and you feel a little insecure about your English (and by little I mean you’re so anxious you can’t sleep). Since you don’t have enough time to become 100% fluent overnight, but you have to look confident to get that job – here’s what you’re left with. You gotta FAKE IT. But how can you fake confidence? Glad you asked. In this episode, I’m going to share with you 6 things th...2020-05-1923 minThe InFluency PodcastUnderstanding Your VoiceIf you feel like your voice is soft, stuck, broken, nasal, partial, annoying, monotone, weak, strange, weird, or loud… I want you to take a moment and remember that your voice is probably the NUMBER ONE asset you have, that allows you to express yourself: who you are, what you want, what you think, where you’re going. Now, I know that people don’t always have access to vocal training, and have no idea what to do to improve their voice quality (even though every person should have access to such a thing, not only public speake...2020-05-1458 minThe InFluency PodcastImprove Your Speaking Voice in ENGLISH with these Vocal ExercisesDo you like the sound of your voice when speaking English? Do you feel that you use it to its full potential? Can people hear you well? I don’t mean the metaphorical way of speaking “is your voice heard”’ – I mean – is your voice carried across the room and gets into people’s ears? Can you express different emotions using your voice? Do you feel that your voice is varied and interesting? Or is it monotone? People tend to dislike their voices. In fact, I remember vividly the time when I used to record...2020-05-1231 minThe InFluency PodcastWant to improve your speaking vocabulary? STOP LEARNING NEW WORDS✋Precious Vocabulary secrets here!! If you want to build your vocabulary fast and improve your speaking vocabulary, this episode is going to give you the most productive and effective ways to do that. In this episode, you will learn: – What words you ACTUALLY need to practice and learn. – A clear and simple technique for using new words when speaking – The things you should STOP doing so you can actually start seeing results. Don’t forget to download my FREE monthly vocabulary planner so you can keep track of all your words and have eas...2020-05-0723 min
The InFluency PodcastHow To Sound Smart In English? Upgrade Your Vocabulary With This #1 MethodAs non-native speakers we sometimes tend to settle for a basic word instead of a more specific, accurate, or sophisticated word. Yes, I get it. The reason why this happens is because we feel limited and bored with the words that are available to us. Of course, we know a lot more words in English, we just don’t seem to use them as often. Watch my previous video about vocabulary to see why: https://youtu.be/bd6iGLmUssQ In this new episode I will help you understand how to integrate more words in...2020-05-0523 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to Get Unstuck in EnglishGetting stuck in English is so frustrating!! There are many reasons why we get stuck when speaking a second language, and while we want to do the in-depth work so we can become completely fluent, we also need the tools to know what to do WHEN this is happening to you. (Guess what, you can come out of it like a winner!) In this episode, you’ll learn: 1. What to do when you get stuck 2. How to prevent it from happening next time Get my emergency list of phrases that’ll get yo...2020-04-3010 min
The InFluency PodcastThe Ugly Side of English Learning Facebook Groups ?Got a QUESTION about English? Pronunciation? Confidence? Ask Hadar! https://hadarshemesh.com/ask-hadar/ There are a lot of wonderful groups on Facebook whose goal is to allow people to practice their English, and as in the case of any other group online, there are some things you need to know, especially if you’re a woman, in order to stay safe and active in the group. 1. You don’t need to put up with anything that makes you feel uncomfortable. 2. You have any right to stand your ground and respond to any harassing or offensiv...2020-04-2818 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to Speak Like a Pro With Greg SmithGreg Smith is a public speaking coach and TEDx speaker. Author of the book ‘Speak like a Pro Without Looking like a Jack@$$, a Practical Guide for Speaking Effectively in Any Situation’. Greg Works as an instructor in the School of Communication at Youngstown State University (Ohio, USA) and specializes in interpersonal communication and public speaking. In this episode, Greg and I dive into a deep conversation about public speaking. He’s going to share with you how to overcome stage fright and speak confidently in public. You’ll learn how storytelling and authenticity are the...2020-04-2355 min
The InFluency PodcastHow To Teach Kids English At Home - The BEST Lesson You Can Teach Your ChildDo you want to teach your kids English at home while you’re in quarantine? In this episode I’m going to share a few tips on how to make English accessible, fun and simple for your children, nephews or neighbors’ kids (without using screens and without spending too much money or time) and what is the best lesson you can teach your child (hint, it has nothing to do with grammar, pronunciation). Now, If you’re a non-native speaker, you might have toyed with the idea of teaching your kids English, but then thought to yours...2020-04-2137 min
The InFluency PodcastHow to Keep Your English Practice Routine During Covid-19When our routine and life are disrupted, one of the first things that we might give up on is English practice. In this podcast episode I’m sharing with you a few tips on how you can keep an effective English practice routine even during challenging times of quarantines, lockdowns and social distancing. YouTube Practice playlists: https://bit.ly/34Hftfo How Small, Smart Choices Can Transform Your English | The Compound Effect: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/15/ Join our InFluency community on Facebook: https://theaccentsway.com/fluency-challenge/ – the best place to practice English onli...2020-04-1621 min
The InFluency PodcastWhy Trump Pronounced ‘Oranges’ Instead of ‘Origins’ (And How Can He Improve?)What’s the difference in pronunciation between ‘origins’ and ‘oranges’, and why is it so hard for president Trump to get it? The Daily Show held a contest of Trump’s mispronounced words and 3,000,000 viewers cast their vote. The proud winner was the word ‘ORANGES’. This episode is a pronunciation tutorial that explains the difference between ‘oranges’ and the word Trump initially meant to pronounce – ‘origins’. The winner announced on the daily show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tMH77XYGx4 The original video where Trumps uses ‘oranges’ instead of ‘origins’: https://youtu.be/qUPsNgmXR7M 2020-04-1414 min
The InFluency PodcastChallengesThis is a personal episode where I talk about the things I’ve learned from the Loud and Proud 5-day fluency challenge, I reflect on the challenges the participants went through and share my own personal challenges as I was working on this project. This podcast episode was recorded in the midst of the Corona crisis that is happening now around the world, and exactly two weeks after we had completed the Loud and Proud challenge. So the title ‘challenges’ seems rather appropriate. Links mentioned in the episode: How To Become Fluent In Eng...2020-04-0735 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to Pronounce Southern? (and why it sounds nothing like ‘south’)It really feels like English is testing us sometimes. Why on earth is the “south” in “southern” pronounced differently from the word “south”? Seriously, haven’t we suffered enough? In this episode, I’ll tell you all you need to know about these two words and by the end of it, you’ll know how to pronounce them correctly. Want to know how to practice pronunciation effectively? Check out this episode: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/21/ Or maybe you are interested in other words that look the same but pronounced differently? Listen to this: https://hadarsheme...2020-03-3107 min
The InFluency PodcastHow to Become A Confident English Speaker When You’re Just Starting Out? | Paula’s storyIn this episode, I’m speaking with my student Paula De-Jesus who has transformed her English from being a beginner to a fluent and confident speaker (who now has her own YouTube channel in English!!). Today, you’ll learn what she did. Learn more about Hadar's signature program: https://hadarshemesh.com/join/ Check out Paula’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDE7kSubbQ1895vGVm5m2IQm How to get over the fear of being judged when speaking English: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/19/ Join our Facebook community to connect with non-na...2020-03-2529 min
The InFluency PodcastHow To Become Fluent In English? Identify Your Challenges Using The Fluency WheelDownload the Fluency Wheel What is fluency exactly? If you want to experience real growth you have to break it down to its different elements and do some soul-searching. In this episode, I’ll share with you my fluency framework that will help you figure out the 6 elements you need to focus on to get on YOUR OWN way to fluency. This way, you can map out your strengths and weaknesses and learn what you REALLY need to focus on. If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my...2020-03-1817 minThe InFluency PodcastWhat To Do When You Hit A Plateau In English?What happens when you make great progress in something, but then… You’re stuck. You no longer move forward. It happens in so many different areas in life; losing weight, working out, in relationships… but also in English. You learn new words, build your confidence, improve your pronunciation… but after a while… you feel like nothing else is changing and again you find yourself on that silly hamster wheel. How can you get to the next level? In this episode, I’ll share with you 5 ways to reach a new peak and get out of t...2020-03-1225 min
The InFluency PodcastHow To Talk About The Coronavirus In English: Vocabulary, Pronunciation, Example SentencesEveryone’s talking about the Coronavirus! And if you had to talk about it in English, maybe you got stuck because you couldn’t think of the right words. After all, it’s not like you talk about epidemic related vocabulary every day. This is why I created this episode, to help you find the right words and get into the conversation! And on a more personal note… times are a little crazy – People are panicking, conspiracies bloom and there’s a lot of disinformation out there so it’s hard to know what to expect. I just hope th...2020-03-1017 min
The InFluency PodcastDon’t Let English Keep You Silent | International Women’s Day SpecialWomen have been silenced for decades and generations. It’s practically in our DNA. We don’t live in an equal society and women’s voices are still not being heard enough. As a RESULT, women tend to be perfectionist, overly-judgmental, and are required to work harder to prove themselves and to succeed. And when it comes to English, the fear of speaking up becomes paralyzing when you’re a non-native speaker. In this episode, you’ll find a message from your sisters around the world that will remind you that your voice matters. Watc...2020-03-0816 min
The InFluency PodcastHow To Take Notes When English Is NOT Your Native LanguageTaking notes in class, a meeting or a lecture can be a challenge for everyone. So naturally, if you’re a non-native speaker, this process can be even more challenging. But! The secret is not in how to understand native speakers better or to write faster. The secret is what SYSTEM you use to take notes, and how to find the CLUES in the intonation of the speaker to write only the important stuff. So you save time and you don’t waste your energy writing less important things. In this episode, I will tell you...2020-03-0328 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to Practice Pronunciation Effectively?One question I get asked regularly by learners of English is, “how come I practice a new word and succeed in pronouncing it right but then fail to get it right when using it in a conversation later on?” Has that ever happened to you? In this episode I discuss why it is not enough to improve in English simply by watching a video or listening to a podcast, and what you need to do to really see results when you speak. Use Google to practice your pronunciation: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/08/ If you...2020-02-2720 min
The InFluency PodcastSame Spelling but Different Pronunciation? ?When you see the word ‘resume’ do you know how to pronounce it if it’s out of context? I guess it’s going to be hard. Because two words (that are pronounced differently) share this spelling! Homographs are words that are written the same but are pronounced differently. And English has lots of them! This is one of the reasons English spelling is so confusing. We see two words that are completely identical, yet are supposed to pronounce their vowels, consonants or even stress differently. In this episode, I’m going to review a bunch of...2020-02-2515 min
The Online Course Show120: How to Make 6-Figures from 2 Live Launches a Year (Featuring Hadar Shemesh)If you’ve ever studied a foreign language, you’ll be able to appreciate my guest today! Hadar Shemesh is a language coach, public speaker, and online course creator who’s on a mission to help ESL/EFL-learners with one of the more challenging aspects of being a non-native speaker: accents.
You can always start small.
Hadar Shemesh
Hadar provided some great food for thought about why some online course creators might go the route of live launches instead of an evergreen model. I enjoyed our conversation and I think you will too!
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The InFluency PodcastHow to get over the fear of being judged when speaking EnglishHave you ever felt nervous speaking English, especially around native speakers? If the answer is yes, do listen to this episode. In this episode you will learn: 1. How to turn your thoughts around so you can become a confident speaker 2. How to get past the fear of speaking with native speakers 3. Three things you can do to improve your English performance even if you are afraid If you like this episode, I’m sure these are going to help too: Why do I feel like a fraud every time I sp...2020-02-2018 min
The InFluency PodcastFlower vs Flour? Words that Sound the Same but Have Different Spelling | HomophonesHomophones are words that are spelled differently but pronounced the same. No wonder English is so confusing! When we see the different spelling we assume that it should be pronounced differently, but English is not a phonetic language! So spelling and pronunciation don’t match! In this episode, you’ll learn about some of the most common homophones in English and how to pronounce them. We’ll talk about: 1. flower – flour 2. here – hear 3. sun – son 4. there – their – they’re 5. right – write 6. road – rode 7. hoarse – horse 8. soul – sole 9. war – wore...2020-02-1812 min
The InFluency PodcastThe R in English: The most in-depth lesson you’ll ever hearTo download the practice sheet click here: https://hadarshemesh.com/the-r-in-english-podcast-freebie/ Many non-native speakers of English struggle with the R in English. Not only that this sound is challenging to pronounce (put the tongue where?!?) and makes us feel like pirates, but it also keeps changing depending on where it’s positioned. So even though it might be easy to pronounce in some words, it could be impossible to pronounce in other words and that makes us feel like the R is impossible! To understand the R we need to do three things:...2020-02-1355 min
The InFluency PodcastPersonal Things You Wanted To Know About Me | Q&AA few months ago I invited you to ask me PERSONAL questions. I didn’t think I’d get many questions but I was surprised to have received dozens of awesome questions, and in this episode, I’m going to answer a bunch of them:) You’ll hear about how I met my husband, my life as a social activist, my biggest failure, my plans for the future, what I do with my hair (not much), if I miss acting and more! It wasn’t easy for me. As an introvert, I don’t like to talk abou...2020-02-1126 min
The InFluency PodcastHow Small, Smart Choices Can Transform Your English | The Compound EffectTaking small actions every day leads to great results. Author Darren Hardy calls it “The Compound Effect”, and it holds for a lot of things in life. In this episode, I’ll discuss how I’ve realized it’s deeply relevant to English learning and speaking. I experienced it in acting school, in the accent training courses I took, and in the past decade in teaching and building my business. I see it in my students as well, as they put in the work day in day out, not seeing immediate results but then reach a breakthrough and impact other peop...2020-02-0645 min
The InFluency PodcastContractions in English: Your Essential Pronunciation GuideDownload the English contractions practice sheet and the audio: https://hadarshemesh.com/contractions-freebie/ Contractions are words and phrases that are shortened by dropping sounds (in writing and in speaking). Contractions are all the you’d, she’ll, we’re, isn’t etc. These contractions allow us to signal our listeners what is more important and what is less, and that makes our communication in English clearer. For non-native speakers these contractions might be a bit confusing. Have you ever thought to yourself, “these short words are not clear enough when they come out of MY...2020-02-0438 min
The InFluency PodcastHow to effectively practice your intonation in EnglishIn this podcast episode I elaborate on how to practice it effectively and integrate it into your day-to-day speech. Because forming a sentence is not enough. And making the right sounds isn’t enough. It’s the intonation that determines the meaning of the sentence: is it a question or a statement? Is it a joke and you’re just being sarcastic? This is also where culture and your inner feelings are thrown into the mix. Intonation conveys ALL of that. To do that you need to know how to practice! This is why I also s...2020-01-3039 min
The InFluency PodcastAmerican Intonation: What They Don’t Teach You In SchoolWhy is it SO HARD to understand native speakers? And what do you HAVE to know to improve your spoken English and get your point across clearly and confidently? In this episode, you will learn the 3 fundamentals of American intonation: melody, rhythm, and stress. You’ll learn how to use melody and rhythm to stress words, you’ll learn the difference between content words and function words, why we need to stress content words and how we reduce function words. This episode will also help you understand native speakers better, as we’ll talk about common...2020-01-2821 min
The InFluency PodcastWhy do I feel like a fraud every time I speak English? | The Impostor SyndromeHow does the Impostor Syndrome affect us when speaking English as a second language? And why do we feel that even when we do a good job in English – we, in fact, failed and we can’t seem to understand how others haven’t noticed just how bad our English is. Thinking that our English is a lot worse than what other people perceive it to be makes us feel like impostors. The Impostor Syndrome is a universal psychological pattern where you may doubt your accomplishments and have this fear of being discovered as a fraud. So eve...2020-01-2338 min
The InFluency PodcastTen Pronunciation Mistakes Brazilian Portuguese Speakers MakeIn this episode, you’ll learn the 10 most common mistakes Brazilian Portuguese speakers make, and understand why these sounds are difficult for you, but more than that – you’ll learn how to improve your American English pronunciation. Download the FREE English pronunciation guide for Brazilian Portuguese speakers: https://theaccentsway.com/brazil-freebie/ Not a Brazilian Portuguese speaker? I bet that as a non-native speaker of English you can find at least THREE mistakes that are relevant to you Let me know what they are in the comments! Listen to my previous episode all about the Schwa...2020-01-2126 min
The InFluency PodcastThe Schwa: How One TINY Sound Can Make a HUGE DifferenceI mention the schwa almost every time I speak about American English. That’s because this vowel is all over the place, and once you hear it, you never stop hearing it The schwa is a very short and “relaxed” kind of vowel. It’s a pretty tricky vowel for non-native speakers but if you get it, you get the secret to American English pronunciation and you become SO much clearer. Also, you will find yourself investing much less energy in speaking, which is also important Tune in and learn more about this special...2020-01-1638 min
The InFluency PodcastGoogle corrects your pronunciation and tells you how to improveLearning to speak a new language can be challenging, no doubt about that. Especially English. All those funky words like knight, laugh, paradigm and psychology that have all these letters that are not pronounced. And what about the confusing pairs like celery-salary, back-buck, pool-pull that if we confuse them, we may sound unclear? Or words like beach, focus, spreadsheet and fox that if we mispronounce them, we might get a face-palm moment ? Even when you know how certain words should sound like, you don’t necessarily know what to do in o...2020-01-1409 min
The InFluency Podcast13 Things I’ve Learned as a TeacherI’ve been an accent and fluency coach for over 10 years. It hasn’t always been easy but it was always gratifying. I’ve learned new things about English and about my teaching, and I want to share these things with you. Learn more about my English teaching training. 00:00 – My teaching journey in the past decade 06:30 – Being flexible – there is more than one way to explain something. Follow your student’s needs 12:46 – Be open – your students are your best teachers so look for what’s working and what’s not 17:27 – Clear is better than accurate – it...2020-01-0951 minThe InFluency PodcastHow To Teach PronunciationFREE PDF Download: Download my 8 P’s pronunciation teaching framework: https://theaccentsway.com/freebie-8ps/ Whether you’re an English teacher (native or non-native) or an English learner, my pronunciation teaching and learning framework will help you understand what are the steps you need to take in order to teach and learn pronunciation in the simplest, most effective way. This framework has served me in over 10 years of being an accent and fluency coach and has helped thousands of students around the world reach incredible results. Download the full framework here No matt...2020-01-0721 minThe InFluency Podcast10 Things You Should Stop Doing if you Want to Speak English FluentlyLike any other challenge or thing we need to work on, improving your fluency is first and foremost about developing the right mindset. In this video, I’ll discuss some of the things that hold you back and that you really need to let go of if you want to achieve a breakthrough in English in 2020. 04:25 – Stop judging other speakers – appreciate what they have to say and that they’re doing their best, just like you do 06:18 – Stop waiting for the right opportunity to come – Focus on your English now and 07:26 – Stop avoiding opportunities th...2020-01-0121 minThe InFluency PodcastWhy pronunciation is important when learning a languagePronunciation is the door to understanding and mastering spoken English. It’s the secret of speaking with confidence and communicating clearly. In this episode, I pinpoint the reasons why learning pronunciation is crucial if you want to make an impact and not compromise your message. Because this is really what it’s all about. It’s not about you sounding more American and losing your identity. It’s about you feeling amazing in your own skin when you communicate in English. Link to Podcast episode 2 Link to the magazine If you want to improve...2020-01-0127 minThe InFluency PodcastHow to Stay Motivated When Learning EnglishLearning English can easily get boring, and soon you may find yourself doing something else and beating yourself up for not keeping up with your studies. If this scenario rings a bell, this episode is for you so tune in and give yourself a motivation boost! 00:00 – Introduction – comfort zones are great until they’re not 03:50 – Remember your WHY – what do you wish for yourself that requires speaking English? 05:30 – Make it interesting – some ideas for creating your own practice exercises 07:50 – Stay focused and keep the flow – what you need to do in order to see result...2020-01-0116 minThe InFluency PodcastWhy I Quit Acting and Became an Accent Coach | My storyWhen I was 21 I moved to NYC dreaming to become a working actress. But I had one BIG obstacle. My English. I had a thick accent and I wasn’t fluent. In this episode, I share with you how I transformed from being a timid speaker of English to a pronunciation expert and fluency coach who runs a thriving online business, and how I get to do what I love teaching students from all around the world who inspire me every day. This is my story. Links to resources mentioned in the video: My s...2020-01-0132 minThe InFluency PodcastWhy I started a PodcastWelcome to my new podcast, In.Fluency, where I’ll discuss English, pronunciation learning and teaching, how to really make a difference and become a fluent and confident English speaker. In this first episode, I’ll share with you the reasons why I chose to start my own podcast, who it is for, and what you’re gonna find here. If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course. You can also download an interactive list of 50 of the most mispronounced words in English and mast...2019-12-2808 min