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Get Inspired and Make an Impact With Your Unique Voice
ProEnglish Blog
Get Inspired and Make an Impact With Your Unique Voice.
Inspirational Advice To Help You Gain Confidence And Clarity With Your English
For blog article collaborations and interviews please contact me at vera@proenglish.ch
Case Study: A real story of confidence building with English, powered by mindfulness
Read E.T.’s story of how she mindfully improved her English communication skills and boosted her confidence, and what tips and tools worked for her the most.
How to boost your Business English inspired by the Korean concept of “Jeong” & mindfulness
Let me introduce you to a concept, inspired by the Korean culture: Jeong (정). It’s similar to mindfulness but presents a unique perspective and approach to things (and life) that can also be applied to your Business English. Let’s see what the Korean concept of “Jeong” is all about and how it can help you boost your English skills and confidently speak the language.
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[VIDEO] How to become confident with your English as an expat | Episode 7
[VIDEO] How to become confident with your English as an expat | Episode #7 Struggling with your Business English as an expat? 🫤 You need to watch this 👇 You see, relocating to another country is a real struggle, let alone speaking in a new language different from your...
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[VIDEO] How to do business networking in English confidently | English with Purpose talks | Episode 6
Struggling with 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 in English? It’s never one thing, but having to do it in a language other than your native one (like English) definitely adds a lot of burden on your shoulders. What if there was a way to enjoy it & mindfully accomplish your goals without beating yourself up afterwards? Kashira Fatima and I discussed precisely that in the 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝘆 “𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲” 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀!
How to improve your business English for good with the “less is more” concept
Less is more is all about having just the essential things versus having too many superfluous things. It’s about quality not quantity. And it’s a winning concept because it can help you improve your business English for good and without stretching yourself. It’s about the right decisions and action, that can catapult your English skills. Discover how you can do it by adopting the “less is more” approach and minimalism.
Fear of failure – A comprehensive guide for overcoming it & nailing your business English for good
There is even a scientific term called “atychiphobia”, the constant intense fear of failure. Does that sound familiar? It’s widespread among professionals, especially those who operate in a language other than their native one, like English. And it blocks them from reaching their full potential not only with English but as professionals. Discover how you can overcome that fear and let your English flow at the right place at the right time.
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[VIDEO] How to overcome fear when speaking English at work | English with Purpose talks | Episode 5
When Cécile and I first met online, we immediately synced. We do the same thing from a different perspective. That’s why I invited her to this week’s new “𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀” episode, to discuss why professionals can’t communicate well in corporate environments, what is holding them back & how they can let fear of failure that blocks them, more so when everything takes place in English, a language other than their native one. Discover more in the 5th episode of my “English with Purpose” video talks.
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[Case Study] 3 ways Jose managed to deal with stress & boost his confidence with English mindfully
“I had a feeling of release after each session and the way I improved my English was just being me!”. Dealing with stress and a lack of confidence can keep professionals back for good (like it did with Jose). Discover how he managed to level up his English, boost his confidence, and reach his linguistic (and professional) goals in just 12 weeks.
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[VIDEO] How to communicate in English authentically | Episode 4
Judgement is bad for speaking authentically. The same goes for holding back when speaking English.
This week, I invited Chiara Capuzzo, a brilliant Email Marketing Specialist living in Switzerland but working with different people & with English as the main communication language, to share her stories. Chiara has gone through the same struggles as you, most probably. Curious to find out how she took the lead & transformed her English?
Discover more in the 4th episode of my “English with Purpose” talks.
5 ways to stay sharp with your business English during the summer break without missing out on the fun
Every hard-working professional needs a summer break to unwind, mentally and physically. What happens though when you feel you also need to keep working on your business English to maintain your level? Discover the 3 essentials as well as 5 mindful tips for staying sharp with your English during the summer break without missing out on the fun.
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[VIDEO] How minimalism can help you improve your business English | Episode #3
Can minimalism help with language learning? You see, all these three notions are closely linked: minimalism, mindfulness and sustainability. Minimalism is about less clutter and distractions, connecting more with one’s purpose and more awareness and presence. Those create the perfect conditions for working on and improving your business English. Discover more in the 3rd episode of my “English with Purpose” talks.
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[VIDEO] How to elevate your business English with storytelling | Episode #2
Professionals who struggle with their business English often focus on the technical skillset, like grammar, syntax or vocabulary. But you also need to work on your soft skills, and storytelling is one of them. Using storytelling can elevate your business English, how you communicate with others & how well you get your message across. Discover more in the 2nd episode of my “English with Purpose” talks.
Case Study: How Marta K. transformed into a confident leader with her business English in just 12 weeks
“Now, English is a language that I speak versus being just the language I used to communicate with others at work”. Marta Kusnierz, a talented marketing leader from Poland living and working in Switzerland, managed to transform into a confident leader with her business English and pursue her personal and professional goals. Read the Case Study to discover how she did that in just 12 weeks, what were the lessons learned and how empowered she feels from now on.
9 daily habits for improving your business English mindfully & sustainably
Colossal plans rarely work. If you want to reach a breakthrough with your business English, you must focus on building new healthy daily habits. Those habits can help you improve your English for work mindfully and sustainably.
How to nail your business English writing skills: from emails to social media and beyond
Who said that speaking good English is enough for professionals? You also need to know how to write in English clearly and concisely to get your message across. Such a big part of business communication takes place in writing today. From emails to messaging and social media, learn how to master the art of writing in English.
The 2 types of fear that sabotage your business English and how to fight them back
It’s not poor grammar or vocabulary to blame for your weak business English. First and foremost it’s the fear that sabotages you when you speak English at work. Discover the 2 types of fear & how to fight back.
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[VIDEO] How to fight perfectionism with business English | Episode #1
Perfectionism will not get you far with your business English as it strips you of the ability to connect with others and get your message across. Even native speakers make mistakes & that’s normal. Perfectionism is not. Βehind it lies procrastination and fear most of the time. Watch out for the signs! Discover more in the 1st episode of my “English with Purpose” talks.
Listening skills: 5 reasons you can’t understand spoken English & how to fix it with active listening
Is there something wrong with you if you don’t understand when they talk to you in English at work? Discover the main reasons that happens and how you can improve your English listening comprehension skills mindfully and sustainably. Plus, find out how to practice active listening to nail it.
Perfectionism with business English: how to fight it & still reach a breakthrough
Most professionals struggling with their business English have a perfectionist side that holds them back. In this article, discover how you can put up a fight against perfectionism, win the battle and reach a breakthrough sustainably.
5 ways to switch from passive to active learning & reach a breakthrough with your business English
It’s very common to think you actively improve your English for work with activities that in reality are very far from it. You can do them in your free time but if you want to improve your business English sustainably you need to switch from passive to active learning. Discover 5 handy ways to do it and reach a breakthrough faster.
How your body language can help you nail your business English
Communicating in English effectively is so much more than simply grammar, vocabulary or pronunciation. Body language plays an essential role, too. It can help you make it or break it. It’s a game-changer & this is why you should invest in improving it.
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