Business English Power

On the 59th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:How to Overcome ShynessHave you ever felt like you couldn't express what you truly wanted to say? Did you feel too nervous to speak? Were you afraid that people might make fun of you for making a mistake? Well, you're not alone! This is a common fear for many of my students. But you don't have to remain shy and anxious. Learn how to overcome your shyness on this episode of Business English Power!Please subscrib...

On the 57th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Switzerland wins Eurovision after politically charged song contest overshadowed by Israel controversy"Do you watch Eurovision? Are you familiar with the song contest? It hosts singers from all over Europe to determine a winner representing their country. However, this year brought some conflict. Find out about it on this week's Current Events episode!Link to article: "Switzerland wins Eurovi...

On the 56th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:The Most Important Skill You Need in BusinessHave you ever felt like you wanted to give up or throw in the towel? Have there been times when you just thought reaching your goal was not possible? On this episode, ALsensei shares a true story from his recent work experience that demonstrates one of the most important skills you need to have in business. Don't miss out!Please subscribe to Business English Power in...

On the 55th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Pronunciation Practice: Investing (Part 2)Have you tried investing in the stock market? Do you follow the major indexes? Do you invest in cryptocurrencies? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over three major stock market indexes as well as cryptocurrencies how to pronounce them naturally! Don't miss this episode!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple P...

On the 54th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"China's Ant Group doubles down on global expansion with cross-border payments offering Alipay+"Have you heard about Alipay, the digital payment wallet from Alibaba? If not, it may be coming to your country soon as Alipay+! Check out this episode to keep up to date on all the latest news.Link to article: "China's Ant Group doubles down on global expansion with cross-border payments offering A...

On the 53rd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:5 Expressions for Business MeetingsHave you ever been in a meeting and didn't know what to say? Or perhaps you heard a new phrase that you couldn't quite catch. On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over 5 common expressions that you can use in meetings. Don't be afraid to try them out! Let's go!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere...

On the 52nd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei does a recap of the most important takeaways from April!Some of the highlights are:BEP41: 3 Tips to Level Up Your Meeting SkillsBEP44: 3 Students, 3 PurposesBEP47: How to Make a Telephone Call and Leave a MessagePlease subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If you have any questions and/or suggestions for the show please e-mail me directly at:AL at BUSINESSENGLISHPOWE...

On the 51st episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:How to Start a Conversation with ConfidenceDo feel stressed when you need to start a conversation? Do you struggle with finding topics to talk about? Do you feel nervous when making small talk?On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei teaches how to start a conversation without feeling nervous so that you can do it with confidence! Find out how and don't miss any part of this episode!Please subscribe ...

On the 50th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:3 Tips to Increase Your Productivity!Do you feel like you're not getting things done? Would you like to be able to accomplish more on a daily basis? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares three powerful tips to help you raise your productivity!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If you have any questions and/or ...

On the 49th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Pronunciation Practice: Investing (Part 1)Do you invest your hard-earned money? If so, what do you invest in? Is there anything you wanted to invest in but haven't tried yet? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over some common types of investments and practices how to pronounce them naturally! Don't miss this episode!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Ap...

On the 48th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Israel launches airstrikes; explosions heard in central Iran: Reports"Have you been following the events in the Middle East? Violence has begun to escalate and things are becoming more and more unstable. Check out this episode to keep up to date on all the latest news.Link to article: "Israel launches airstrikes; explosions heard in central Iran: Reports"Here are useful vocabulary from the a...

On the 47th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:How to Make a Telephone Call and Leave a MessageAre you nervous when you need to make a phone call? Are you afraid you aren't going to say the right thing or be polite enough? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei teaches you how to make phone calls with confidence and raise your business telephoning level!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywher...

On the 46th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:How to Find Speaking Opportunities in Your Daily LifeAre you having trouble finding opportunities to practice speaking? Do you feel like there is no time in your schedule? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares how he discovered a way to find opportunities to speak in his daily schedule. Find out how and don't miss any part of this episode!Please subscribe to Business English Power in A...

On the 45th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Disney will issue lifetime bans for people who lie about disabilities"Are you a fan of Disney? Have you been to a Disney Theme Park before? How do you feel about waiting in line? Some people have begun to take advantage of a loophole in Disney's services. Check out this episode to find out all about it!Link to article: "Disney will issue lifetime bans for people who lie about disabilities"He...

On the 44th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:3 Students, 3 PurposesWhat is your purpose? Why are you learning English? Is it to help you at work? How will it help you at work? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares the stories and motivations from three different students to help you identify what your purpose is. Find out what they are and don't miss any part of this episode!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Pod...

On the 43rd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Pronunciation Practice: Popular Store NamesWhat popular store brands do you have in your country? Are you able to pronounce them like a native speaker? On this review episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over three popular store names and practices how to pronounce them naturally! Don't miss this episode!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhe...

On the 42nd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Teachers are using AI to grade essays. But some experts are raising ethical concerns"Do you remember your university days? Are you currently in university or college? Did your professors grade your essays and papers themselves? On this episode of Current Business Events, ALsensei goes over this article which talks about teachers and professors using AI to grade essays! Is it ethical? It is o...

On the 41st episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:3 Tips to Level Up Your Meeting SkillsAre you struggling in meetings? Do you sometimes find it hard to participate effectively in meetings? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares three powerful tips to help you raise your meeting level!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If you have any questions and/or suggesti...

On the 40th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:5 Professional Phrases to Say "Please Wait!"Have you ever said to a colleague or a business contact to "Wait a minute" or "Please wait" or "Hold on, please"? These phrases are very direct however they can come across as impolite or rude in some business situations. On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over 5 professional phrases that you can use to ask someone to "Please wait!" Don't be...

On the 39th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei does a recap of the most important takeaways from March!Some of the highlights are:BEP29: How to Start and End Your Business E-MailsBEP32: Pronunciation Practice: Department NamesBEP34: How to Speak With ConfidencePlease subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If you have any questions and/or suggestions for the show please e-mail me directly at:AL at BUSINESSENGLISHPO...

On the 38th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:The Perfect HandshakeAre you making a good first impression when you meet people? Have you seen people shaking hands but are not really sure how to do it yourself? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares two powerful tips that will be sure to help you make an excellent first impression!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to ...

On the 37th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:5 Presentation Tips for Non-Verbal CommunicationHave you ever given a presentation for work or in front of several people? For many of my students, this can seem very stressful and nerve-wracking! How can you ensure that you give a solid presentation each and every time? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares five powerful tips that will help you level up your presentations right away!...

On the 36th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:The Power of Good SleepDo you ever feel tired or groggy when you start your day? Have you felt like you could use a little more energy during your work day?On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei teaches the importance of getting a good night's sleep and how it can benefit you. He also introduces three powerful ideas that you can activate right away! Find out what they are and don't miss any part of...

On the 35th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:3 Powerful Job Interview TipsAre you preparing for a job interview? Have you had a hard time getting your dream job? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares three powerful tips that will be sure to help you get the job you've always wanted!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If you have any questions and/or sugge...

On the 34th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:How to Speak with ConfidenceAre you struggling to express yourself the way you'd like? Perhaps it takes a long time for you to say what you're thinking. Or maybe, you're not able to do it as smoothly as you want to.On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shares a story about an unlikely person who was able to express himself very smoothly and confidently--while making grammar and pronunciation mista...

On the 33rd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"$510 Dodgers jerseys and $150 caps. Behold the price of being an Ohtani fan in Japan"Are you a baseball fan? Do you collect baseball cards or other sports items? Have you been following Shohei Ohtani and his new team? On this episode of Current Business Events, ALsensei goes over this article which talks about Ohtani's new team, the Dodgers, and how Dodger merchandise has exploded over in Ja...

On the 32nd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Pronunciation Practice: Department NamesWhat department do you work in? Do you know what it's called in English? How about the other departments in your company?On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the most common departments found in most companies and also practices how to pronounce them naturally! Don't miss this episode!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, i...

On the 31st episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Only My Top 5% of Students Utilize This Secret!What if we took the top 5% of my students and looked at their study habits? What do you think we would discover? Do you think they do anything differently than the other 95%? Or is it just pure luck and talent that makes them great at English?On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei reveals a major secret that only the top 5% of his students are using. T...

On the 30th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Bitcoin Briefly Hits an All-Time High, Less Than Two Years After FTX Scandal Clobbered Crypto"Have you been following bitcoin and cryptocurrency lately? Do you own any crypto or have you invested in any? On this episode of Current Business Events, ALsensei goes over this article which covers the recent surge in cryptocurrency particularly in bitcoin! Check out this episode to find out all ab...

On the 29th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:How to Start and End Your Business E-MailsDo you use e-mail for work? Have you ever been confused about what greeting or sign off to use? If so, you're in for a great episode!On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over common formal and informal greetings and sign offs that you can use immediately! What are you waiting for? Give this episode a listen!Please subscribe to Business English Power ...

On the 28th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:5 Idioms for Socializing in BusinessHave you ever struggled with small talk with a colleague or business contact? These idioms can help you connect with them with just a little practice!On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over 5 very common idioms used in socializing and small talk situations! Don't be afraid to try them out! Let's go!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podc...

On the 27th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Dior Postpones Hong Kong Fashion Show 'Indefinitely'"Have you heard of the Dior brand? Do you own any Dior products? Have you ever attended a fashion show? On this episode of Current Business Events, ALsensei goes over this article which talks about the current financial condition of Hong Kong and their efforts to hold more big events! Check out this episode to find out all about it!Link to ...

On the 26th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei does a recap of the most important takeaways from February!Some of the highlights are:BEP16: Make This Small Change for a BIG WinBEP17: 4 Essential Skills for Receiving Telephone CallsBEP24: How to Have a Powerful MorningPlease subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If you have any questions and/or suggestions for the show please e-mail me directly at:AL at BUSINESSEN...

On the 25th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:How to Introduce a Business ColleagueHave you ever introduced yourself to someone in a business situation in English? Was it challenging? Easy? Well, the next step is introducing someone else, maybe your colleague! How can you do that?On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei teaches three common expressions that you can use to introduce colleagues to other business contacts. Practice along with some ...

On the 24th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:How to Have a Powerful Morning!Did you know that most successful people start their morning with a set routine? Why is it powerful and what activities can you do to activate your morning?On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei teaches the importance of a powerful morning routine and how it can benefit you. He also introduces three powerful activities that you can do right away! Find out what they ar...

On the 23rd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Don't Make These 3 Mistakes in Business Meetings!Do you have a lot of meetings for work? During my time in Japan, I worked with hundreds of companies and this is one area that many of my students spent a lot of time doing. When it comes to business meetings, no one wants to be in a long, boring meeting, right!On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over three mistakes that you might be making i...

On the 22nd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Is Your English Natural?Have you ever taken the time to think about this question -- "Is my English natural?" It's a really important question to ask yourself especially when going into the world of international business.On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei tells a story about two friends in Japan, and how they both learned Japanese. One of them was definitely better than the other! Find out whi...

On the 21st episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Consumer sentiment rises again in February to cap complicated week for US economy"So how is the global economy these days? How is it in the U.S.? Why is it complicated? On this episode of Current Business Events, ALsensei goes over this article which talks about the current state of the U.S. economy which affects the global economy! Check out this episode to find out all about it!Link to art...

On the 20th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Don't Forget THIS in Your PresentationsDo you give presentations for work? Many of us need to give formal presentations for informational purposes, sales presentations, and demonstrations. But there is one thing that our no. 1 employee said he NEVER leaves out of his sales presentations.On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over this essential part of business presentations and examples of ho...

On the 19th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:The Secret to Unlocking English Fluency in BusinessHave you struggled with fluency, especially in business situations? Have you felt like sometimes the words just won't come out when you want to speak? If so, you are not alone. But don't worry! There is a solution!On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei introduces a powerful concept not discussed much in the English teaching world. This concept alon...

On the 18th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Biden calls on snack companies to stop shrinkflation ahead of Super Bowl"Have you noticed that your Coke bottle may be getting smaller? Or maybe your bag of chips feels a little lighter? On this episode of Current Business Events, ALsensei goes over this article which talks about an important phenomenon: Shrinkflation! Check out this episode to find out all about it!Link to article: "Biden c...

On the 17th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:4 Essential Skills for Receiving Telephone CallsDo you use the telephone at work? Do you sometimes need to receive calls from customers and clients? If so, this is an essential episode for you!On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over four important skills for receiving phone calls at work. We also go through lots of examples and useful phrases that you can use right away!Please subscribe to...

On the 16th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Make This Small Change for a Big WinI once had student who had a TOEIC score of 300. I thought he was probably too much of a beginner to teach...but he quickly changed my mind. How did he go from low score to effective communicator?On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei reveals one minor change you can make to increase your communication proficiency! Everyone has the ability to do this. Espec...

On the 15th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Apple's Vision Pro virtual reality headset launches in the U.S."Have you ever watched a movie or played a video game in virtual reality? Have you ever been to the pyramids in Egypt or the beaches in Hawaii? Well, now you can do all of that without leaving your home! Apple just released it's new VR headset which is sure to shake up the tech market. Check out this episode to find out all about...

On the 14th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:5 Common Business E-Mail Abbreviations (with 3 Bonus Ones!)Have you ever received an e-mail from a colleague or contact overseas with an abbreviation you didn't recognize? What does it mean? How can I use those abbreviations in my own e-mails? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over 5 very common abbreviations used in business e-mails and how you can use them! Plus, there are 3 that y...

On the 13th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei does a recap of the most important takeaways from January!Some of the highlights are:BEP5: E-Mailing MistakesBEP8: 3 Powerful Words to Level Up Your ConversationsBEP11: Making an Action Plan for 2024Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If you have any questions and/or suggestions for the show please e-mail me directly at:AL at BUSINESSENGLISHPOWER dot COMOn B...

On the 12th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:How to Lead a MeetingAre meetings a regular part of your job? Do you sometimes have to lead them? With more companies than ever turning to Zoom meetings and other online methods, meeting skills are becoming extremely important.On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei shows you how you can lead a meeting following a 3-step framework. Learn practical skills and phrases that you can use right away!Pleas...

On the 11th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following topic:Do You Have an Action Plan for 2024?What are your New Year's Resolutions for 2024? Are your goals for this year "SMART" goals? If so, you need to have an Action Plan in place to help you achieve them! On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei helps you make an Action Plan following the Power Process. Don't miss out!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and e...

On the 10th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Never Say These 3 Things at a Job InterviewAre you preparing for a job interview? Have you done job interviews and wondered why you didn't get the job? On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei discusses three things never to say at a job interview. Listen to find out what they are!Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If y...

On the 9th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Social Media Influencers May Seem To Live Charmed Lives. But Then Comes Tax Time."Which social media influencers do you follow? As we all know, they don't work typical jobs. But do they pay taxes like everyone else? Answers to these questions can be found on this episode of Business English Power!Link to article: "Social Media Influencers May Seem To Live Charmed Lives. But Then Comes Tax Tim...

On the 8th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:Level Up Your Conversations With Three Powerful WordsAre you struggling to keep a conversation going? Do you find it difficult to maintain a discussion in English? In this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei gives a very powerful tip on how to keep any conversation going whether it be meeting a stranger at a bus stop, talking to a colleague before a meeting, or in a sales presentation. Please subscr...

On the 7th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following topic:How to Achieve Ultimate Success in BusinessDo you have goals that you haven't achieved yet? Have you had these goals for a long time? Is it a New Year's Resolution? Anything you want to achieve in business and in life can be accomplished by following a 5-step formula. On this episode of Business English Power, ALsensei looks at Tony Robbins's Ultimate Success Formula and shows you how you can apply it to...

On the 6th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Google Lays Off Hundreds of Workers"Do you know anyone who works for Google? Well, the company recently announced that they will be laying off hundreds of workers in the near future. Which jobs will be affected? What other industries are also cutting workers? Answers to these questions can be found on this episode of Business English Power!Link to article: "Google Lays Off Hundreds of Workers...

On the 5th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei covers the following topic:3 Mistakes You're Making in Business E-MailsDo you use e-mail at work? If so, there are probably some mistakes you're making. Throughout the years of teaching e-mail writing at companies in Japan, Al made a note of the common mistakes. Here are three important ones you need to correct.Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If you have ...

On the 4th episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following topic:What is a Global Mindset?In his book, "English Fluency Power", Al talks about the progression that all students make as they level up their learning. The first goal is to achieve an English 2.0 Mindset followed by a Native Mindset.The top goal is achieving a Global Mindset. On this episode, Al talks about what the Global Mindset is and how to achieve it.Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podc...

On the 3rd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei goes over the following business news article:"Taylor Swift's Power Era: Why The Billionaire Pop Star Is One Of The World's Most Powerful Women"Did you know that Taylor Swift is ranked as the 5th most powerful woman in the world by Forbes magazine? In this episode, we will talk about how she achieved that status as well as how her current music tour, "The Eras Tour", has impacted cities around the world from an economic standpoint.L...

On the 2nd episode of Business English Power, ALsensei gives five common idioms that you can use in business!Are you using current expressions and words? Are your phrases out of date? On Business English Power, ALsensei makes sure that your English is always up to date and natural. Please subscribe to Business English Power in Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts.If you have any questions and/or suggestions for the show please e-mail me directly at:AL at...

Welcome to Business English Power!This show is for ambitious English students who want to level up their Business English skills, become Global Communicators, and International Business Leaders!Thanks to all of you who subscribed and downloaded the English 2.0 Podcast over the years. We are now shifting our focus to help you succeed in the global business environment.On Business English Power, my aim is to help you achieve Business English success and confidence by covering three main things ...

The English 2.0 Podcast has been downloaded nearly 2 million times in over 190 countries around the world! Thank you for being part of that journey...However...Changes are coming...Since the last time we spoke, I have re-entered the business world and picked up a lot of new skills and lessons I would like to bring to all of you.Starting in 2024, the English 2.0 Podcast will be transforming into an even bigger and better show!Tune in to this episode to find out what is ahead!

On this review episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we handle the following point:How to Increase your TOEIC score by 100 pointsSeveral years ago, I had to pleasure of helping my brother-in-law raise his TOEIC score. By identifying his strengths and weaknesses on practice tests, I was able to develop a strategy to help him increase his score by over 100 points in just over two months!Would you like to know how we did it? If so, download and listen to this amazing episode of the English 2.0 Pod...

On this review episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we handle the following question from a Twitter follower:Q: I want to build my vocabulary and learn idioms but my memory is not good. How can I do it?Here are my suggestions:1. Learn by using mnemonics2. Practice again and again and try to use in a meaningful way3. Avoid trying to memorize lists of words with no context4. Avoid learning rare idioms that aren’t used anymoreOn the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally ...

On this review episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we discuss a very important topic in American English pronunciation:Word Stress: How to Emphasize the Right SyllablesHow can we emphasize certain parts of words to sound more natural?Al answers this and much more on this special review episode of the English 2.0 PodcastOn the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally and smoothly. We go beyond the words and phrases and talk about how to make your English sound more natur...

On this review episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, Al takes on this important issue:Are Language Dictionaries Helpful or Harmful?Many of you probably assume that dictionaries are a useful tool that help you with your English. However, Al wanted to examine this a little more closely and perhaps challenge that idea.If you are wondering how dictionaries could possibly be harmful, then we encourage you to check out this episode and share it with a friend!On the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you exp...

On this review episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we look at the following question:What Makes a Great English Teacher?Are you learning English online? Are you going to start a new class at a language school? Whatever your case may be, if you are starting to learn English, you need to know how to choose a good English teacher.On this episode, ALsensei discusses some of the important questions to ask when evaluating your English teachers.On the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself...

On this review episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we handle the following topic:3 Keys For Becoming a Natural SpeakerDoes your English sound unnatural? Are you making a negative impression on people when you speak? If so, this is a great review episode for you! We go over 3 points to help you recognize why your English might sound unnatural. Then, ALsensei gives you 3 Action Steps that you can follow and improve your English!Submit Questions at: al AT alsensei DOT comFollow me on Twitte...

On this review episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we talk about the following topic:3 Steps to English Success! Although I have talked about this quite frequently in my private lessons, I have not mentioned it on the podcast. The 3 steps are to help students organize their activities so that they are maximizing the limited time they have for English learning.3 Steps to English Success:1. Study2. Practice3. PerformAction Steps:1. Choose one activity from the “Study” step (Listening or Re...

On this review lesson, we look at an episode of Your Question and we handle the following question:Q: When learning English, should I translate to my mother language or learn words and phrases directly in English without translating?On the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally and smoothly. We go beyond the words and phrases and talk about how to make your English sound more natural, proper mindset, and success principles.Do you have a question?Please email me at: al...

On the 21st episode of the Pronunciation Point, we cover this very important topic:3 Challenging Words with “L” and “R”–“really”, “rarely”, and “library"Get 25 HOT Slang Phrases for 2022(This is originally from Episode 24 of the English 2.0 Podcast)On the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally and smoothly. We go beyond the words and phrases and talk about how to make your English sound more natural, proper mindset, and success principles.Submit Questions at: al AT al...

On the 13th episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we handle the following critical topic:Three Fears of Speaking EnglishI find that many students cannot express themselves in various situations and it's usually due to one of these three fears:1. Fear of Not Being Polite Enough2. Fear of Not Being Understood3. Fear of Making Grammar MistakesOn the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally and smoothly. We go beyond the words and phrases and talk about how to make your Engli...

On the 13th episode of Your Question, we handle the following question:Q: I want to speak English better, but I don’t know…Where should I start?Things to think about:1. What is the GOAL?2. What is your current level?3. What do you enjoy doing?Get ALsensei's 25 HOT Slang Phrases for 2022!On the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally and smoothly. We go beyond the words and phrases and talk about how to make your English sound more natural, proper mindset, and success p...

On the 23rd episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we handle the following points:What Makes a Good English Student?5 Key Characteristics of Excellent English StudentsOn the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally and smoothly. We go beyond the words and phrases and talk about how to make your English sound more natural, proper mindset, and success principles.Submit Questions at: al AT alsensei DOT com

On this REVIEW episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we go back to the 27th episode of the Pronunciation Point.Eyes vs. EarsWhich one should win?Al takes a look at this battle going on inside your head and the winner may surprise you!When learning English, it is critical to go back and review lessons you've already covered. In the coming weeks, ALsensei will be posting some of the most important episodes of the English 2.0 Podcast that may have been forgotten in the archives...On the English 2....

Aloha everyone,Today, I tested positive for COVID-19. I have decided to take a short break from the podcast in order to recover.Also, it will give me a chance to gather and prepare more excellent content for you all moving forward! If you have suggestions, please let me know by sending me an email:al AT alsensei DOT comWe will be back stronger than ever!In the meantime, please go back and visit some of the older episodes that you might have missed. Do you want to improve your vocabulary? Chec...

On the 17th episode of Current Events, Al covers one of the most explosive issues of our lifetimes--the issue of ABORTION.A couple of weeks ago, a document from the Supreme Court was leaked to the media. This document was an opinion from Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito indicating that the Court was aiming to overturn the landmark case of Roe vs. Wade. This case, nearly 50 years old, created the Constitutional right for women to legally have abortions nationwide.With this leak, the abortion...

On the 10th episode of Real Chat, Al has a chat with his good friend from childhood, Pat. You may know Pat as Al's Japanese mentor from his book "English Fluency Power." Pat started working in the video game industry in 1999 and throughout his career has worked on some of the most popular games in the world including the Call of Duty series.As you listen, keep these 3 points in mind:1. Try to understand (comprehend) the main ideas of the discussion.2. Learn and note down new vocabulary words ...

On the 37th episode of the Pronunciation Point, we look at the following topic:LAW vs. LOWToday we take a look at two words that are tough to differentiate. How do I know? Because there are so many videos on YouTube about this very topic!Al explains the differences and gives a few example sentences in Pronunciation Point 37!Get ENGLISH FLUENCY POWER E-Book + Bonuses!On the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally and smoothly. We go beyond the words and phrases and talk...

On the 16th episode of Current Events, Al goes over an interesting new development on the social media platform, Twitter.A couple of weeks ago, Tesla founder Elon Musk, purchased several shares of Twitter making him the largest solo owner. He, as well as other celebrities, have supported an editing feature for published tweets, that has never been added to the platform.Here are the key vocabulary:to permiteditingto urgeApril Fools Dayboard of directorsreportedlyfree speech issuespollbuttonto ...

On the 14th episode of the Teacher Interview, we talk to Lindsay McMahon from the #1 ranked All Ears English Podcast and allearsenglish.com! The All Ears English Podcast currently receives millions of downloads per month with over 1,700 total episodes mainly due to their core philosophy: Connection, Not Perfection!Before starting All Ears English, Lindsay taught English in several places around the world including Japan, South America, and the United States. As an avid learner of Spanish, she...

On the 6th edition of One Point Lesson, Al talks about a topic very important in this post-COVID era! Today's topic:The Importance of Facial ExpressionsAbout two years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic hit the whole world by storm. Most everyone around the world began to wear masks and therefore we lost the ability to see half of our faces. Now that the masks are coming off, it is important to once again emphasize the need to be able to read facial expressions for better communication.In this lesson...

On the 7th episode of Movie Study, we go over a scene from the following movie: Pulp Fiction Today, let's take a look at a scene from one of the best dialogue movies of all time. "Pulp Fiction" stars John Travolta, Uma Thurman, Samuel L. Jackson, and many others as they tell various stories in the marvelous 1994 film. On this episode, I break down the process of studying English with movies into 7 easy steps: 1. Choose the Movie2. Choose a Scene3. Write Down the Script4. Look Up any New Voca...

On the 5th edition of One Point Lesson, Al talks about a topic on all of your minds: Grammar! Today's topic:The Best Way to Learn GRAMMARIf you've been following ALsensei and the English 2.0 Podcast for awhile, you know that he doesn't recommend focusing on grammar much. However, if you have decided to spend your time learning English grammar, Al gives his advice to best approach this subject.In this lesson, Al gives a 3-step process to help you better learn English grammar! Enjoy this One Po...

On the 15th episode of Current Events, Al goes over the current events happening in the Russia-Ukraine war.About three weeks ago, Russia attacked parts of Ukraine in an attempt to regain certain regions of the country. The conflict is ongoing as of the recording of the episode. In the biggest news story of the year so far, learn the vocabulary you need to know so that you can discuss this event with your friends, classmates, and colleagues.Here are the key vocabulary:relentlessMariupolto shel...

On the 36th episode of the Pronunciation Point, we look at the following topic:HOT vs. HUT vs. HATToday we take a look at three different but very similar sounds.Al explains the differences and gives a few example sentences in Pronunciation Point 36!Get ENGLISH FLUENCY POWER E-Book + Bonuses!On the English 2.0 Podcast, I help you express yourself more naturally and smoothly. We go beyond the words and phrases and talk about how to make your English sound more natural, proper mindset, and succ...

On the 4th edition of One Point Lesson, Al talks about the three types of students there are! Today's topic:What Kind of English Student Are You?Throughout his years of teaching English in Japan and online, ALsensei has found that there are generally three types of students: Studiers, Practitioners, and Performers.In this lesson, Al explains what each type of student is and helps you determine the best one to be in order to reach your goals! Enjoy this One Point Lesson!To get ALsensei's new b...

On the 14th episode of Current Events, Al reviews the current news regarding the Winter Olympics in Beijing, China as well as the recent Super Bowl held in Los Angeles.There has been some big news at the Winter Olympics including controversial events in the world of figure skating. Also, Al covers the latest results from ice hockey, speed skating, and more!The other major event over the past week was the Super Bowl. The Los Angeles Rams faced the Cincinnati Bengals in a close game. Who came o...

On the 6th episode of Movie Reviews, ALsensei gives his thoughts on the following movie:"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey""The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is a fantasy film directed by Peter Jackson. This movie came out in 2012 so it is the tenth anniversary! I'm sure many of you are familiar with this film already or have seen the Lord of the Rings movies. So, how does "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" compare to LOTR? Is this movie good for studying English? Al gives his thoughts in t...

On the 26th episode of Your Question, we handle the following question:Q: What is the best method to learn English? I will do anything!!!This question was recently emailed to me by a student. In his message I could sense his frustration and desperation to learn English and become a better communicator. This question, of course, is one that many of you have so I wanted to share it with the wider community. Here is my response!Please listen and share with your friends, classmates, and colleague...

On the 13th episode of the Teacher Interview, we talk to Cara from Leo Listening!Cara is an English listening skills coach who brings together adventurous expats and intrepid travelers to watch and discuss movies in English so they can understand native speakers, themselves and the world around them better.In this interview, Cara shares her best tips and answers the following questions:What are students doing wrong when it comes to studying with movies?Is it better to use movies or TV shows?S...

On the 21st episode of the AudioBLOG, we go over the following Blog post series:Why Aren't Japanese People Good at English? (Parts 1-5)Wait! Don't get mad a me! This is not a post that I wrote for fun. This is a very real question that my students in Japan asked me over and over. I thought about it for a long time and these blog posts are my response.On this episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, I attempt to answer this question for my Japanese students but also believe a lot of the same things...

On the 13th episode of Current Events, Al covers an important legal issue regarding COVID-19 vaccines at big businesses in the United States.Over the past few months President Biden has been trying to push through a mandate. This mandate would require American businesses with over 100 employees to force their workers to be vaccinated for COVID-19 or be tested every week.In this episode of Current Events, we take a look at two articles about the recent Supreme Court ruling dealing with Preside...

On the 3rd edition of One Point Lesson, Al discusses how you can clarify your goals for the new year and set up a winning action plan! Today's topic:How to Get Your Best Results in 2022!Getting great results in 2022 really comes down to one key word: FOCUS! If you can clearly define what you want to accomplish this year for English, it'll greatly increase your chances of finding success.In this lesson, Al gives several examples of goals you might want to set and how to form an action plan to ...

On the 12th episode of the AudioBLOG, we go over the following Blog post: Power Conversation: How to Maintain a Coversation Learning how to have a natural and meaningful conversation with someone has been one of the hottest topics among my students recently. On this episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, I review Part 3 […]The post AB12 | 3 Keys to Maintain a Conversation first appeared on ALsensei.

On the 8th episode of the Teacher Interview, we talk to Erik Peterson from the University of Wisconsin-Stout! Erik is a Lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Stout in the ESLI (English as a Second Language Institute) Department. He has a Masters Degree and several years of teaching experience in Japan as well as at the […]The post TI8 | Erik Peterson – ESL Lecturer from the University of Wisconsin-Stout first appeared on ALsensei.

On the 11th episode of the AudioBLOG, we go over the following Blog post: Power Conversation: How to Start a Conversation with Confidence Learning how to have a natural and meaningful conversation with someone has been one of the hottest topics among my students recently. On this episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, I review […]The post AB11 | Conversation Confidence in 3 Easy Steps first appeared on ALsensei.

On the 9th episode of Speaking Skills, we learn how to develop this skill: Agreeing and Disagreeing As we saw in Speaking Skills 8, learning how to give an opinion is a very valuable skill. But, if you hear someone else’s opinion, how should you respond? In this lesson, we learn how to agree and […]The post SS9 | Agreeing and Disagreeing first appeared on ALsensei.

Hello everyone! In 2010, I posted my first video to help my students here in Japan. Over the past 5 years, that video has turned into the English 2.0 Podcast which has been downloaded over 480,000 times in 190 different countries! The power of the internet is mighty strong! But, there are costs. For the […]The post Special Message from ALsensei first appeared on ALsensei.

On the 33rd episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, we talk about the following topic: Creating English Speaking Opportunities (The Story of the Green Pigeon) One of my business English students recently told me about one of his hobbies — bird-watching. Because he wanted to share his enthusiasm for this hobby with others around the […]The post E2P33 | The Green Pigeon first appeared on ALsensei.

On the 16th episode of Your Question, we handle the following question: Q: What do you think about learning two languages at the same time? Here are my thoughts and suggestions: Learning two languages at the same time requires not only a lot of time and effort, but also natural talent and ability to learn […]The post YQ16 | Is it a Good Idea to Learn 2 Languages at the Same Time? first appeared on ALsensei.

On the 10th episode of the AudioBLOG, we go over the following Blog post: Power Conversation: Making a Good First Impression Learning how to have a natural and meaningful conversation with someone has been one of the hottest topics among my students recently. On this episode of the English 2.0 Podcast, I review Part 1 […]The post AB10 | Learn These 2 Points to Make a Great First Impression first appeared on ALsensei.