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Troy
Dec 28, 20200 min read
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Record Yourself When You Practice At Home
If you want to improve faster, practice out loud and record yourself. Some clients have no idea what they sound like when they speak...
Troy
Dec 16, 20201 min read
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Singing is a Great Way to Practice Your English!!
Here’s a link that has both English and Japanese translations of fun songs... https://note.com/kuztom_g_works/n/n5a0182ab83b3
Troy
Nov 20, 20201 min read
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Troy
Jun 23, 20230 min read
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Troy
Feb 10, 20230 min read
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My American colleagues never say I'm sorry. Why?
A few months ago, one of my Japanese clients asked me why their American-based counterparts, fellow officers, never apologized for their...
Troy
Jan 22, 20233 min read
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I can't believe I pressed ‘English’… again!
I consider myself to be a pretty good business English coach and mentor. I try to be attentive to the individual needs of my clients and...
Troy
Jan 22, 20234 min read
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What is the most challenging aspect of a presentation?
In my opinion, the most challenging and overlooked aspect of a presentation is not the preparation, the rehearsing, the actual delivery,...
Troy
Jan 22, 20232 min read
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“How can I improve my response speed?”
“How can I improve my response speed?” I have been asked this question by many clients over the years. In case some of you have a similar...
Troy
Jan 22, 20232 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'hit it out of the park'
Use this phrase to praise your friend or colleague when they do an exceptional job at something. You are guaranteed to sound like a...
Troy
Jan 22, 20231 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'pick (someone's) brain'
This is the perfect native expression to use when you want to quickly ask a question or get someone's opinion about something. Watch the...
Troy
Jan 22, 20231 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'cut out for (something)'
Here's a great phrasal verb you can use to describe when someone isn't naturally good at something. Watch the video, then try to use the...
Troy
Jan 22, 20231 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'blown away by (something)'
Sound more native and sincere next time you compliment someone's good performance. Watch the video, then try to use the phrase today!...
Troy
Jan 22, 20231 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'bring (someone) up to speed'
Here's a great phrasal verb for business professionals! Watch the video, then try to use the phrase today! Message me and let me know how...
Troy
Jan 22, 20231 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'ask (somebody) out'
This phrasal verb is great for describing dating situations. Watch the video, then try to use the phrase today! Message me and let me...
Troy
Dec 9, 20211 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'lose it'
Use this phrasal verb to describe when someone gets extremely angry or out of control suddenly. Watch the video, then try to use the...
Troy
Dec 9, 20211 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'ask around'
This phrasal verb is used very often in America. Watch the video, then try to use the phrase today! Message me and let me know how it...
Troy
Dec 9, 20211 min read
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Idioms: 'doesn't add up'
Are you ever a little suspicious or unsure of something? Here's a great idiom you should know! Watch the video, then try to use the...
Troy
Dec 9, 20211 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'cut back on (something)'
Here's a great phrasal verb for giving advice. Watch the video, then try to use the phrase today! Message me and let me know how it goes!...
Troy
Dec 9, 20211 min read
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Phrasal Verbs: 'bring (something) up'
Here's a great phrasal verb related to introducing new topics in a conversation. Watch the video, then try to use the phrase today!...
Troy
Dec 9, 20211 min read
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