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Hello! I’m Jacques — a Business English specialist with more than 11,700 online lessons taught to students worldwide. If you want to improve your speaking confidence, workplace communication, interview performance or professional English skills, you are in the right place. I help students with: ✨ Business English ✨ Job interview preparation ✨ Workplace communication ✨ Email & report writing ✨ Meetings & presentations ✨ Vocabulary expansion ✨ Fluency & confidence ✨ Pronunciation ✨ CV & career language ✨ Speaking naturally at work Before becoming a teacher, I worked for Shell, Ørsted (DONG Energy) and Imperial College London, specializing in communication, client interaction, credit analysis and corporate professionalism. This background allows me to teach real, practical English for real situations. My lessons are: • Structured and clear • Calm and supportive • Highly personalized • Results-focused • Perfect for working professionals Outside of online teaching, I also lead a community-based educational initiative focused on accessible learning, confidence-building and mentorship for families. This work strengthens my emotional intelligence, patience and ability to support learners with different needs. Who I work best with: • Professionals needing English for work • Job-seekers preparing for interviews • Students wanting to improve confidence • Business English learners at any level • People who want real progress, not memorized grammar If you want a teacher who is patient, organized and genuinely invested in your growth, I’d love to help you. Book a trial lesson — let’s build your confidence together.
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My Teaching Style: Helping Non-Native English Learners Succeed As a teacher, I enjoy helping non-native English speakers build their language skills and confidence. I understand that learning a new language can be challenging, but it can also be exciting and rewarding. My goal is to make students feel comfortable, supported, and motivated as they learn English. Understanding Students’ Needs Every student is different. Some may speak English well but need help with writing or grammar. Others may be just starting to learn basic words and phrases. I take time to understand each student’s level, strengths, and learning style. This helps me plan lessons that are right for them. Creating a Friendly and Supportive Classroom I believe students learn best when they feel relaxed and safe to make mistakes. In my classroom, I create a positive and friendly atmosphere where students are not afraid to speak, ask questions, or try new things. Mistakes are a natural part of learning, and I encourage students to learn from them. Clear and Simple Explanations When I teach, I use clear language and simple explanations. I avoid complicated words when possible, and I use examples to help students understand. I also use pictures, real-life situations, and hands-on activities to make lessons more interesting and easier to follow. Practicing All Language Skills I help students improve in all areas of English: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. I include a variety of activities, such as conversations, role-plays, short writing tasks, and listening exercises. This way, students can practice using English in different ways, just like they would in real life. Giving Helpful Feedback I provide regular and positive feedback so students know what they are doing well and where they can improve. I also show students simple ways to correct mistakes and encourage them to keep practicing outside of class. Supporting Independent Learning I want students to become confident and independent learners. I teach them study tips, how to use dictionaries and language apps, and how to practice English at home or with friends. My goal is to help students continue learning even after class is over. Always Learning as a Teacher Just like my students, I am always learning too. I take part in training courses, read about new teaching methods, and listen to feedback from students so I can become a better teacher.