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Should I speak with a tennis racket or a bowling ball? – The rules of conversation

Contributed by Georgina (Sydney ESL Team) Having a conversation in any language can be tricky. People speak quickly, you need to listen and understand what is being said and respond in the right way. Conversations are more than just knowing the right words; it’s also knowing how to handle the conversation. Western style conversations… Continue reading

Are Filler Words Avoidable? 5 Public Speaking Tips to Follow

Do you find yourself saying “um” and “ah” too often in meetings and presentations? These filler words are common for both native and non-native English speakers. They may be more acceptable in casual conversations, but when you’re delivering a speech, they can be distracting for your audience. If you frequently speak to a crowd, learning… Continue reading

How to Improve Your English Pronunciation in 7 Steps

There’s more to learning English than just memorising grammar rules and expanding your vocabulary. Mastering the English language means getting your pronunciation and diction right. This can be difficult, especially if there are sounds that have no equivalent in your native language. Additionally, the spelling and correct pronunciation of English words don’t always match, which… Continue reading

English: A Stress-timed Language

Did you know that English is a “stressed” language? Unlike many other languages, when we speak English, some words are spoken (and heard) more loudly than others. Not every word is given equal time in our conversations. And guess what? It’s the small words that are often not stressed and because of this they are… Continue reading

Meet the Tutor: Georgina

This week, the ESL Tutoring Services blog will be featuring Georgina, who has been on the Sydney ESL teaching team for over a year and will also be one of our regular ESL blog contributors. Georgina is a highly dedicated, professional, experienced and much liked tutor. Georgina has successfully tutored individuals from all walks of life,… Continue reading

How to Learn the English Language in an Easy Way

Learning English is a skill that opens countless doors for you, from networking to professional opportunities. However, mastering the language involves more than just learning a handful of words or memorising common phrases. Being fluent in English will let you maximise the benefits you can get from the language. Reaching native-level fluency and knowing how… Continue reading

Erika is Flying Sky High with Virgin Australia and ESL Tutoring.

Erika is a young woman in her early 20’s. She grew up in Japan, her father is Japanese and her mother is Australian. Erika is a native Japanese speaker and her English needed improvement to achieve her goals. Erika had very little confidence when communicating in the English language. It had always been Erika’s childhood… Continue reading

I am not a robot! Why humans are not going out of business.

I’m Elizabeth from ESL Tutoring and I am not a robot. Here at ESL Tutoring, we are not an electronic matching system. We are real live humans working with other real live humans to reach their goals. ESL Tutoring is not a computer-generated algorithm website this is a real-life interaction. When you call ESL Tutoring… Continue reading

What do we stand for?

What do we stand for? Many people ask what does ESL stand for? There are so many acronyms to describe what it is that we offer – here are some examples: (ESL) – English as a second language English as a foreign language (EFL) English as an additional language (EAL) English for speakers of other… Continue reading

Why You Need PTE Testing Skills

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]English is one of the world's most important modern languages. Acquisition of English fluency is crucial if you want work many fields. Many English language learners find it ideal to get help as they prepare for standardised English tests. The highest possible score on the PTE or IELTS can open doors and lead to increased… Continue reading

5 Things You Should Know Before Choosing an English Tutor!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Australia is a land of vast opportunity, but that opportunity can be limited without a good command of the common language. That’s why English tuition is critical to help you confidently express your thoughts and gain traction in your business life, regardless of what you do for a living. Here are several of the key… Continue reading

The best-fit solution for English tutoring in Melbourne.

Recently Bruce and I were catching up to discuss Bruce's teaching philosophy and the 'why' behind what we offer in Melbourne. Bruce is one of our amazing team members in Melbourne. We thought you'd enjoy finding out some more information about our motivation to continue to develop excellent business and workplace English tuition in Melbourne.… Continue reading