Pronunciation English Pronunciation is very tricky because the spellings come from such a huge mix up of different languages. It's the result of migrations, invasions, occupying forces, trade from the surrounding seas and even invited foreign monarchs, so it really is a complete miss-mash of various languages. Our history is full of different groups of [...]
Mastering Accent Reduction: Your Path to Clear Communication The reason why Accent Reduction is so important is because in our interconnected world, effective communication is paramount. Whether you're delivering a presentation, engaging in everyday conversations, or participating in professional settings, clarity and understanding are essential. However, for many non-native English speakers and folks with strong [...]
Accent Reduction For Chinese People Chinese speakers love my training because they can achieve quick results, after a life time of difficulties! I want great results, quickly. Using a scientific approach, I have developed a curriculum that is dependable and reliable. Chinese speakers notice a huge change in their clarity immediately, as I simply tell [...]
Enunciation Enunciation, often described as the precise articulation of words, is a fundamental aspect of effective communication. In today's fast-paced world, where communication occurs through various mediums such as face-to-face interactions, presentations, video conferences, and phone calls, the ability to enunciate clearly can significantly impact one's success in both personal and professional realms. In this [...]
Public Speaking - Mastering The Art A Voice Coach's Guide to Vocal Excellence Public Speaking - Mastering The Art For Public Speaking - mastering the art - your voice is your most powerful tool. It has the potential to captivate, inspire, and influence your audience. Yet, many individuals struggle to harness the full potential [...]
Genocide in Palestine I'm finding it difficult to think of other things than the mass murder in Palestine. I know I should be writing about voice coaching - but there is a point here - without a voice, without clear speech, without the translators, the journalists, the brave cameramen whether the professional press or the [...]
Is Voice Coaching Worth It? Is Voice Coaching is worth it? Of course I think it is, but that begs the retort - well she would say that wouldn't she?! So, I will explain why I think Voice Coaching IS worth it I had voice coaching at the National Youth Theatre for two years; at [...]
The Madness of English Pronunciation The pronunciation of well spoken English, can seem a little barmy. Seriously. I am indigenous and can trace my family back at least a thousand years on one side and more on the other, but I still think the spelling versus the pronunciation of well spoken English - is extremely [...]
Learning A British Accent by a Lovely Ex-Student :) For learning a British Accent: I have received the most delightful review by a Cambridge post grad and top banker, who explains very well, how I work. Rachel Learning A British Accent Rachel is not like other voice coaches, she is one of a kind. Despite [...]
Zoom Interviews Presentation I recently worked with a young man just out of university, for his Zoom Interviews. He had recently finished university and was applying for his first serious office job in law firms. He was living in another country and so all his initial interviews were on line. We were communicating via WhatsApp [...]