Smart English Coach

Smart English Coach helps advanced English learners communicate clearly, confidently and naturally at work. Each episode shares practical strategies to help you express complex ideas, choose the right words, and speak with authority. Hosted by Clare Whitmell , English teacher and coach with 30+ years’ experience helping professionals reach advanced fluency. Explore the Advanced English Academy for deeper training and coaching.

Smart English Coach is a education podcast hosted by Clare, with 148 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Clare hosts Smart English Coach, a education show with 148 episodes published.

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  Episode #147

  Vocabulary Upgrade: Wheel

  Sep 30, 202611 minS1

  How much can you do with one ordinary English word? In this episode of Vocabulary Upgrade, we look at the word wheel and some of the less obvious ways English speakers use it. You'll also discover why looking for patterns can be such a useful way to learn and remember vocabulary. Listen to the episode and see how many expressions you already know. Send us Fan Mail Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free English coaching tips here . Get the transcript Follow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter for the transcript of each new episode. Advanced English confidence training Join the Advanced English Academy

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  Episode #146

  Why You Need Somewhere To Experiment With Your English

  Sep 17, 20266 minS1

  If you already have a good level of English, you probably know a lot of language that you don't always use. In this episode, I talk about why advanced learners need opportunities to experiment with English: trying new vocabulary and expressions, getting feedback and trying again. A supportive environment makes this much easier. When you know it's OK to make mistakes, you're more willing to try using English in new ways. If you'd like somewhere to practise, get feedback and keep developing your English, take a look at the Advanced English Academy . The Academy is currently available at the $25/month price until 23 September . Send us Fan Mail Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free English coaching tips here . Get the transcript Follow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter for the transcript of each new episode. Advanced English confidence training Join the Advanced English Academy

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  Episode #145

  10 Words You Know But Don't Use

  Sep 2, 202616 minS1

  You probably know much more English vocabulary than you actually use. In this episode, we look at why some ordinary words stay in your passive vocabulary - and how bringing them into your active English can help you express yourself more precisely, naturally and confidently. Advanced English isn't necessarily about learning more complicated words. Sometimes it's about finding the one right word instead of explaining the idea in five. Send us Fan Mail Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free English coaching tips here . Get the transcript Follow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter for the transcript of each new episode. Advanced English confidence training Join the Advanced English Academy

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  Episode #144

  Vocabulary Upgrade: Fresh

  Aug 19, 20269 minS1

  What do fresh ideas , fresh air , a fresh pair of eyes , refresh your memory and freshen up have in common? In this Vocabulary Upgrade episode, I explore the different meanings and patterns behind the word fresh - from something new or recently arrived to something clean, renewed, or full of energy. You’ll discover why we talk about fresh talent , fresh out of university , a fresh perspective , refreshing a room and even telling someone not to get fresh with you . Understanding the connections between these different uses can help you remember vocabulary more easily - and, more importantly, help you use everyday English. Send us Fan Mail Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free English coaching tips here . Get the transcript Follow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter for the transcript of each new episode. Advanced English confidence training Join the Advanced English Academy

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  Episode #143

  5 Lessons From 40 Years Teaching English

  Jul 29, 202610 minS1

  My summer sale is now on. Get 50% off my five advanced English courses here: smartenglishcoachcom/offer After nearly 40 years of teaching English, I've noticed something interesting... The biggest challenges English learners face are often not what they think they are. You might think you need more grammar, more vocabulary, or more time studying. But I've learned that becoming fluent is about something much more important: knowing how to use the English you already know. In this episode, I share five lessons I've learned over the years - including why some people make faster progress than others, why confidence comes after action (not before), and the one quality that makes all the difference. I'll also share a simple phrase that perfectly sums up what it takes to improve: "I just keep trying." And if you'd like some support with your own English journey, my five advanced English courses are currently 50% off. Whether you want to speak more fluently, build your vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, or become more accurate, you'll find the courses here: smartenglishcoach.com/offer Send us Fan Mail Subscribe to the podcast Never miss an episode! Get free English coaching tips here . Get the transcript Follow me on LinkedIn and subscribe to my newsletter for the transcript of each new episode. Advanced English confidence training Join the Advanced English Academy

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