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How to Be Interesting in English Conversations (Even If You’re Shy)

by Annemarie | English Confidence and Fluency, English Conversation | 151 comments

Do you want to be interesting in English conversations? The good news is, it’s easier than you think & the secret to it might surprise you. I’ll show you how in 6 easy steps.

#334: How to Group Words and Pause for Natural-Sounding English

by Annemarie | Communication Skills, English Conversation | 1 comment

Struggling to speak English naturally? Discover how to group words effectively using thought groups to improve your English fluency and sound more natural. Learn how to pause and improve pronunciation to make your English speech smooth and easy to understand.

#328: Be More Expressive in English Conversations | Reaction Words & Interjections

by Annemarie | English Conversation | 0 comments

Learn 37 essential English reaction words and sounds to express yourself naturally. Perfect for sounding more authentic in English conversations.

#326: English Conversations on Health & Wellness | Advanced Vocabulary

by Annemarie | Advanced Vocabulary, English Conversation | 0 comments

Master advanced English vocabulary for health and wellness conversations! Perfect for enhancing your fluency on modern health topics. This comprehensive guide covers essential terminology in four cutting-edge areas: complementary and alternative medicine, mental health, health technology, and aging & diet.

Be Direct and Polite in English with Assertive Communication

by Annemarie | Business Professional English, English Conversation | 63 comments

Learn how to be direct and polite in English while mastering the art of assertive communication. In this video, we’ll explore strategies to express your thoughts clearly, maintain respect, and boost your confidence in both professional and personal conversations.

How to Respond to Bad News in English with Empathy

by Annemarie | Communication Skills, English Conversation | 33 comments

When a friend shares bad news, you may feel at a loss for words. But with this lesson, you’ll learn exactly how to respond to bad news in English with empathy.

Better Ways to Say Yes, No, Maybe, and I Can’t in English

by Annemarie | English Conversation | 130 comments

At its best, saying “maybe” to an invitation is awkward. It might sound like you don’t want to go. And at its worst, it can sound rude. Are there better ways to say yes, no, maybe, or I can’t in English? Absolutely. Here’s how to accept and decline invitations + requests in English.

#306: Friendly Ways to Invite Someone in English

by Annemarie | English Conversation | 16 comments

Extend invitations in English with phrases that strike the perfect balance between formality, friendliness, and warmth to make your invitations feel genuine and welcoming.

#302: Master Spontaneous Speaking: Proven Strategies to Boost Your English Fluency

by Annemarie | English Confidence and Fluency, English Conversation, Public Speaking & Presentations | 6 comments

Three proven strategies that help you respond quickly and feel more comfortable in the moment so you can enjoy fluent English conversations.

#301: Vocabulary for English Conversation on Artificial Intelligence (AI)

by Annemarie | Advanced Vocabulary, English Conversation | 5 comments

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a hot topic of conversation. My goal is for you to feel comfortable and confident in those conversations. In this lesson, you’ll get the vocabulary you need to do that.

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