Smart English Coach
Episodes
How To Develop Your English Vocabulary
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many English words have more than one meaning, and they can also combine with other words to make natural English phrases.For example, we can say &quo...
What You Can Learn Fast In English
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Some things seem easy and quick to learn in English, while other things take much longer.In this episode, find out which things to focus on for quick ...
How To Make Goals For Your English
08 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should you set goals for your English - and should these be 'SMART' goals? SMART goals are very popular in personal development and business...
How to Measure Your Success In English
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How can you measure your progress in English? How do you know when you're improving, and what you should focus on next?It can be difficult to ans...
How Exams Help You Reach Your English Goals
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why should you take an English exam? In this podcast, Craig from inglespodcast.com explains the advantages of English qualifications. Episode highligh...
3 Ways To Help You Understand Fast English
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fast spoken English can be difficult to understand, and this episode is for you if you've already tried watching TV and films - but without succe...
3 English Pronunciation Areas To Improve
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If people find you hard to understand in English, it might be because of one of these three common problem areas!Episode highlights- three areas of En...
Why Pronunciation Makes Us Anxious
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why does speaking in another language cause us anxiety and embarrassment? In this podcast episode, I talk about why we get anxious - and share my own ...
Is It Better To Learn New Things Or Review Old Things In English?
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We often focus on learning new things in English - new vocabulary or new constructions. While it's great to have a more sophisticated level of En...
How To Train Your Brain To Learn English Effectively
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
People often tell me that as they get older, they find learning and remembering new things more difficult. So if this sounds familiar, this podcast ep...
A 4-Step Format To Improve Your English
22 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest problems when you learn a language is that when you try something new, you don't get any feedback or corrections on it. So you...
The Advantages Of Non-Fiction Book Clubs
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview with Fabio Cerpelloni, find out why joining a non-fiction book club can be such an interesting and 'real-life' way to lear...
How You Can Use Visualisation For Your English Goals
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Athletes use visualisation in their training to help them succeed in competitions. Can you use the same method for your English goals? Highlights of t...
How To Be More Confident When You Speak English
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Even at advanced level you can feel shy in certain speaking situations. In this episode I share three strategies to help you boost your confidence.Epi...
How To Feel Proud Of Your English
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've worked hard to get to your level of English, but maybe you aren't 100% comfortable with your achievements. Perhaps you find it diffic...
How To Make A Great Impression With Your Writing
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How you write in English is important - and often it's the first impression that you make on someone new. In this episode, discover three ways ...
3 Ways To Improve Your English Speaking
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How can you make your speaking more polished at advanced level? In this episode, get three ways to speak more smoothly:- how to end phone calls confid...
How To Deal With Failure At Advanced English Level
02 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you're disappointed by your English - or you experience a failure or setback because of your English?Episode highlights:- pract...
How To Motivate Yourself At Advanced Level
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you already have a good level of English, how can you motivate yourself to continue studying? In this episode:- two different types of motivation...
How To Maintain Your English With Short, Fun Activities
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How can you get "daily doses" of English to keep you going when you're on holiday, or very busy with something else?In this episode, ge...
The Unexpected Problems Of Being An Advanced English Speaker
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Getting to advanced level takes energy and hard work. But when you get there, you might then face some unexpected problems. Highlights of this episo...
How Learning Slang Can Fill A Gap In Your English
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When your English is already good, and you’re wondering what to focus on next, learning slang could help you to fill some gaps! With special guest, ...
How To Get Confident With Phrasal Verbs
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Find out how you can get more confident with phrasal verbs, so that you can use them in your English and sound more advanced!Highlights of this episod...
How Phrasal Verbs Elevate Your English
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, find out why you should fall in love with phrasal verbs! They can separate good speakers of English from great English speakers - and...
How To Find Time For English When You're Busy
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you have a busy life with work and family, it can be difficult to find time for English. In this episode, Monica (from Italy) shares some of the ...
What People Say - And What They Really Mean
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The words and phrases that people use in conversation don't always mean what you think they should mean! You probably have phrases like this in y...
How To Improve Your Listening At Advanced Level
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding fast conversations can be difficult - even at advanced level. In this episode, listening expert Cara Leopold shares some strategies for ...
How To Be Passionate About Learning English
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A passion for learning English will keep you going through the 'ups and downs' of learning a language. But how do you find your passion, and...
What To Do When Your Progress In English Stops - How To Get 'Unstuck'
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We all experience times when progress slows or even stops. How can you get 'unstuck' so that you continue to make progress in English? Highl...
How To Make Progress In English - Without A Teacher
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It isn't always possible to work with an English teacher or coach. So how can you continue to make progress and get feedback? Highlights in this ...
3 Areas To Focus On For Advanced Level
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
At advanced level, your grammar is already good. But there are some areas which can cause problems. In this episode:- three areas of English to work...
How To Stop Worrying About Mistakes In English
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're worried about making mistakes in English, you're not alone. Nobody wants to be judged on their English. But you can change the way...
How To Remember New English Vocabulary
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Remembering new vocabulary so that you can use it when you speak is one of the hardest things about learning a language. In this episode, I intervie...
How To Increase Your Everyday English Vocabulary
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You're probably an expert in 'technical' English vocabulary - the vocabulary you need to do your job. But often what's more diffic...
5 Characteristics Of Advanced English Learners
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What personal characteristics will help you to move beyond intermediate level to advanced level?In this episode:- 5 characteristics that help you succ...
Why You Need A Different Approach To Get To Advanced English Level
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To get to advanced English level, you need a different approach from what you've used before.In this episode, find out some typical goals at adva...
Smart English Coach - Trailer
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Find out how you can get to advanced English level - without spending hours studying! Discover the strategies, mindset and shortcuts for fluent, confi...