English for IT: Speak Up in Stand-Ups, Demos & Tech Talk

! Former course title: 'English Speaking For Tech Professionals (Intermediate)'.

Who is this course for?

• Technical/IT professionals (e.g., software developers, DevOps engineers, QA, UI/UX designers) with Intermediate - Upper-Intermediate English Level (B1-B2).

• Those in international teams or working with English-speaking clients, often remotely with frequent virtual meetings.

• Professionals who rely on ChatGPT for written communication but struggle with speaking English in conference calls.

• Those who find it challenging to keep up with fast-paced discussions and articulate their reasoning or technical concepts.

• Individuals concerned about pronunciation, grammar, and finding the right words quickly during conversations.

How will you benefit from this course?

• You'll become more confident in speaking English during conference calls and virtual meetings.

• You'll find it much easier and far less stressful to keep up with fast-paced discussions.

• You'll become skilled at communicating technical concepts and explaining your reasoning.

• Losing your train of thought will no longer be an issue. You'll focus on the content, while speaking correctly will become second nature.

• You'll learn to understand different accents and fluent speech, which will save you time when processing information.

What exactly will you learn?

• Grammar: You'll learn and practice only what you really need to navigate common workplace situations. You'll achieve the best results by working through examples and exercises that model real-life scenarios. Unlike classic English courses or textbooks that teach numerous cases and exceptions you'll rarely use at work, this course is designed to save you time and energy. We focus on the 20% of your efforts that will yield 80% of the value, helping you stay efficient and stress-free.

  
  

• Vocabulary: You'll memorize tons of common words and phrases that fluent English speakers use on a daily basis. You'll focus only on the right vocabulary for each specific communication scenario, whether it's sharing updates, providing reasoning for or against an idea, navigating communication issues, or other situations.

  
  

• Pronunciation: You'll improve your pronunciation through a variety of listening practice activities, including shadowing American and British native speakers. You'll gain confidence in pronouncing words that non-native speakers often struggle with. You'll also learn how to contract sounds like native speakers, which will help you speak more fluently.

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Hi there! I’m Lina, and I’m thrilled to be your guide in this course. As a professional project manager and your work buddy, my goal is to help you feel confident and successful in English-speaking work environments.

Here’s a bit about my journey:

• I have over 10 years of combined experience in project management and languages, working with top tech companies in the US, the UK, and the EU.

• I’ve had the opportunity to interpret and translate for well-known publications like The Times and The Guardian.

• I hold a Master’s degree in Interpreting and Translation in English and French, and I’ve earned certifications in IELTS, Project Management Professional (PMP), and Certified Scrum Master (CSM).

• I’m fluent in English, French, Ukrainian, and Russian.

From working with diverse teams to managing high-stakes projects, I’ve experienced firsthand what it takes to communicate effectively in international settings. I’m passionate about sharing my knowledge and helping you navigate small talk and professional interactions with ease.

I can’t wait to dive into this course with you and help you master small talk at work. Let’s get started!