🎙️ Join Annie as she introduces a quick and powerful exercise that you can do to clear out self doubt and build confidence. This is an exercise that Annie does with her one-on-one clients and has also applied in her own life for incredible results. Confidence is something that many non-native English speakers lack. Gaining confidence as you take on this new, English speaking world, will make all the difference. So, get a piece of paper and pen ready as you listen to this episode. If you are int...
Oct 06, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 64
🎙️Is English your second or even third language? Do you have a hard time speaking up while in social situations, work environments or even talking to a friend for fear of not being understood? You are not alone in this feeling. In this episode of the podcast, Annie shares a mindset shift that YOU can make to speak English confidently as you set out in the world. Believe it or not, this doesn’t have anything to do with word stress, sentence stress or the many other pronunciation tips that we lov...
Sep 29, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 63
🎙️ In this weeks episode of the Pronunciation Pro podcast, learn how to strengthen your public speaking with four skills that Annie has proven to work. These skills will help you in your career and as you set out to improve your community. During this episode, Annie explains the hard and soft skills that will help you feel confident while speaking in front of others. Annie shares an example of how she applied these tips in her recent experience with speaking in front of thousands of people. The...
Sep 22, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 62
🎙️ Join Annie as she discusses the 6 most common English intonation mistakes that are made by non-native English speakers. There are things on this list that will surprise you! As you apply these things in your English pronunciation journey, we guarantee you will see incredible progress. So, what are the 6 common English intonation mistakes we see? Being monotone Stressing the wrong syllable Stressing the wrong word in a sentence Rising at the end of statements Not using linking or chunking Spe...
Sep 15, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 61
In this episode of "Pronunciation Practice for Non-Native Speakers: Your Daily Routine," we dive into the practical steps you can take each day to transform your English pronunciation. If you're tired of struggling to be understood, or if you want to speak English with more clarity and confidence, this episode is your starting point. We'll walk you through targeted exercises that you can easily incorporate into your daily schedule, helping you fine-tune those tricky sounds, improve your intonati...
Sep 08, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 60
🎙️ Join Annie as she takes you through the English Mastery Path to Pro. On your English journey you’ll pass through 5 phases, each one taking you a step closer to speaking clear and confident English. Want to know what these 5 phases are? Phase 1: Foreigner Phase 2: Explorer Phase 3: Builder Phase 4: Artisan Phase 5: Pro Learn more about each phase and where you currently are in your journey by listening to this episode. The clearer you understand where you are on this path, the more committed ...
Sep 01, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 59
🎙️ Join Annie on this inspiring episode as she sits down with Dr. Snezana Petrovic, a Pronunciation Pro success story. Dr. Petrovic, a professor of Physiology & Pathophysiology at Campbell University, North Carolina, and a renowned expert in acid-base and kidney physiology, shares her transformative journey toward mastering American English pronunciation. Discover how she harnessed the power of our program to elevate her communication skills, not just in the classroom but in every aspect of...
Aug 25, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 58
We are now on YouTube! Check us out for in depth video content here: https://www.youtube.com/@pronunciationpro In this podcast episode, Annie dives into the book “Supercommunicators” by Charles Duhigg! This book is a simple yet powerful guide on how to communicate more effectively. It teaches you how to go from small talk to deep talk in English conversations, something that we work on with our students at Pronunciation Pro. We’d love to have you join us with a 7-day trial HERE. https://pronunci...
Aug 18, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 57
Annie is back from summer break and picking up where she left off! On this episode of the podcast, Annie breaks down what makes her tick and why she loves what she does at Pronunciation Pro! Learn more about Annie, who she is and what she has in store for the Pronunciation Pro community. There are great things ahead, and we want you to be a part of it! Click here to sign up for our 7-day trial: https://pronunciationpro.com/trial/ If you are interested in a free consolation, sign up here: https:/...
Aug 15, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Moving to a new country and finding a job where you feel like your skills are valued and appreciated is hard. On this week’s podcast episode, Annie is joined by Ahu Moser, who has navigated moving to the US, finding a job within her expertise, raising a family and overcoming stereotypes. Listen to this episode to hear the helpful tips and tricks she gives others going through the same thing! Ahu Moser's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahu-moser/ Join the Pronunciation Pro program here: htt...
May 06, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 55
This week, we are gearing up for our special Pronunciation Pro Masterclass by having Emily White on to talk about finding your voice in new places. On this episode, Emily shares three tools to help you find your voice and build connection no matter where you live. It’s not easy to move cities, states and especially countries. We know that a lot of you are navigating the hardships that come with that. Listen to this podcast to hear more about Emily’s expertise in that area. What is a tip you are ...
Apr 21, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 54
Artificial Intelligence is here to stay and at Pronunciation Pro we are embracing it! In this episode, I talk about how we are using AI at Pronunciation Pro to help in the English language learning process to make it faster, smoother and more effective. How has AI affected your life? Are you on board with AI or are you more hesitant to use it? If you are like the many people that doesn't understand how to make AI work for you, join our program and we will walk you through every step of the way t...
Apr 14, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Ever wondered how you can better your English without living in an English speaking country? In this episode, Thiago Vaz Macena joins me in talking about how he mastered the English language while living in Brazil. He dives into how this has helped him communicate and gain confidence as he navigated his most recent visit to the US. Are you ready to take the next step in your English? Join our program and let us help you get there! Sign up for a 7-day trial here: https://pronunciationpro.com/tria...
Apr 07, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Mastering the English language is a process. Just like a baby can't learn to run overnight, your English is not going to become perfect with the snap of your fingers. It takes necessary steps and milestones to get your English to be how you want it to be. If you are feeling discouraged with where your English is at right now, remember that it is exactly where it needs to be. You can always improve from where you are now, with baby steps. This episode will help you establish the confidence you ne...
Mar 31, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 51
In this episode of the Pronunciation Pro podcast, Annie is joined by Jenna Melendez, a career coach, that specialized in networking and connection. They dive into the importance of networking within the work place and Jenna gives three tips that she feels are important as you are trying to further your career in corporate America. If you are interested in hearing more from Jenna, join our Masterclass on April 4th at 11am PST. You can register for the class here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/r...
Mar 24, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Do you want to be an expert in American English? In this episode, I use points from one of my favorite books, “Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise” by Anders Ericsson and Robert Pool, to help you understand how you can master American English in your life. Becoming an expert is possible - what are you going to do to make it happen in your life?
Mar 17, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 49
In this podcast episode, we dive into 5 tips that will help you sound more like a native English speaker. Learn how to implement these tips in your life so you can be on your way to speaking English like a native. Learn more about Pronunciation Pro and join us here: https://pronunciationpro.com/join/
Mar 10, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Do you feel like your English is holding you back in your career? Do you have the expertise but need the confidence to match it? Learn all about how to take the next steps in your English journey and how to use that to help you gain greater confidence in your career and life goals. Join Pronunciation Pro and get access to a powerful Masterclass led by Chris Rush, where he will go even further in-depth on specific action items you can take. Register for the class here: https://webinar.pronunciati...
Feb 27, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Do you feel yourself pulling away from intimate conversations with native English speakers? Do you find yourself feeling less than others around you? These might be signs you are falling into the trap of comparison. But don’t worry, this is a very common feeling and one that you can overcome. But the big question is, “How do I overcome comparison and competition, especially when trying to improve my English pronunciation?” In this podcast episode, I lay out the four part recipe to self improveme...
Feb 18, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Do you stay quiet in moments where you have something to say because you are afraid that you might put yourself in an uncomfortable position? That feeling is common. The majority of people have the initial tendency to shy away from being uncomfortable because well… it’s uncomfortable! But improving your English pronunciation doesn’t come from sitting in your comfort zone. It comes from speaking up, speaking out and trying new things in new situations. This podcast episode will teach you how to s...
Feb 11, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 45
This episode is a practical pronunciation tool all about ending sounds for you to apply as you continue on your journey to speaking English clearly and with greater confidence! As you have been learning English, you are developing error patterns to the way you are speak English. The more aware of the error patterns you are making, the faster you are able to improve them! In this episode we discuss a very common error pattern - ending sounds. There are three simple and easy steps you can apply to...
Feb 04, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Are you a non-native English speaker, working on your English and trying to navigate the challenges of everyday life? Do you want to get a job (or a promotion) with an English speaking company? Do you understand what English speaking employers and companies are looking for when hiring non-native speakers? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we have the help you are looking for. Join Pronunciation Pro and get access to a powerful Masterclass by an expert in resumes and job interviews. ...
Jan 26, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Does your desire to be perfect when speaking English interfere with your ability to speak up in certain situations? In this episode, we will be discussing perfectionism and the antidotes to overcome your fear of making mistakes so that your voice can be heard!
Jan 21, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 42
Here at Pronunciation Pro we've been doing A LOT of planning for 2024 and we've made some big and exciting changes! Click Here to see our new PLUS & PREMIER Memberships! If you've wanted private, more personalized help from our certified trainers but the price jump to the PLUS and PREMIER packages have been too big -- or you just want more high level training and more flexibility so you get results FAST, then you'll be thrilled with what's to come! Limited Time Offer: $50 off per month of yo...
Dec 31, 2023•11 min
Are you interested to learn how the Pronunciation Pro program has helped one of our students speak English clearly and with confidence? On this episode of my podcast, I am joined by Dodzi, a long-time member of the Pronunciation Pro course, who shares how his experience with Pronunciation Pro has allowed him to accomplish big goals in his life. As a native French speaker, Dodzi has worked hard to learn English and continues to put time and effort into it. On this episode, Dodzi shares tips on ho...
Apr 24, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 41
Do you feel like there is a gap between the amount of English you understand and the amount of English you can speak? This is what I call the English gap. Many times, we know what we want to say, but we don’t have the skillset to speak it out loud. There is a disconnect between our knowledge and our ability to express it to others. In this episode of the Pronunciation Pro Podcast, I explain why this disconnect happens and how you can fix it. Think of it like weight training. At the moment you de...
Apr 17, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 40
In my program, Pronunciation Pro, we don’t just work on getting your spoken American English to a greater level, we also work on your confidence. I am huge on confidence. Of course learning the rules and flow of American English is very important, but building and gaining confidence is just as important in helping you feel that you can speak up and use your voice. It is vital for you to learn how to feel confident in your abilities to speak up, and this is one thing that my program focuses heavi...
Apr 10, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the process of learning how to speak American English clearly? Has it ever felt like too much or felt out of reach? I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t have to feel this way. You don’t have to let the feelings of overwhelm or fear stop you from achieving your goals, especially when it comes to feeling confident in your spoken American English. In this episode, I share with you a universal truth about how small and simple steps will help you change and bring great...
Apr 03, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Have you ever felt like your English level is holding you back in your career? Have you ever had to accept a lower paying job because your English wasn’t where it needed to be? I hear this a lot from my students. They have a great job in their home county, but then they move to America or a different country and now they have to accept a job that they may be over-qualified for because their English isn’t where it needs to be. In episode 37 of the Pronunciation Pro podcast, I go through 4 skills ...
Mar 28, 2023•28 min
Have you ever been frustrated that you understand English really well but can’t speak it as well? You’re not alone. This is a common experience I hear from some of my students, where they are frustrated that they understand English when others speak it or when they are reading it, but when they try to actually speak it themselves, there is a disconnect. In episode 36 of my podcast, I go through this and talk about how you can close that gap between your understanding of English and your spoken E...
Mar 20, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 36
