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Learning English with a Busy Life: Tips that really work

Do you ever feel like there aren't enough hours in the day to study English? Between work, family a...

Reading out loud to improve your pronunciation

Today, I'd like to introduce you to my most interesting and fun class: 'Reading Out Loud – Hop on P...

A Little Peek Behind the Scenes of My Lessons

Ever wondered what really happens in my lessons?Well, let's just say it's never boring! One minute ...

The Zen Student and the Master

In my lessons with thousands of native Japanese students, one of the most common challenges is in t...

Turn Up The Music; Level Up Your English.

Behind the Scenes: Turning Music into English Lessons One of my favorite parts of teaching English ...

Behind the Scenes of My Lessons.

 I don’t just teach topics—I design each lesson to spark curiosity and build confidence.   Every st...

Why I Love My Job (And Why I'm So Good At It)

Hey everyone,   I was thinking the other day about how I got here. I’ve been a personal trainer for...

レッスンの裏側ちょっとだけ公開/ One Side Behind the Scenes of Lessons

    わたしの設定しているレッスンの時間は 今のところ、15分、25分、50分ですが、 レッスンに向けての準備は毎回しています。   一つは、レッスンの内容の準備です。   生徒さんのレッスンの...

Why Children Benefit from Learning English Early

English isn’t just another school subject — it’s a global skill. Children who learn it early gain m...

NEW Lesson Announcement♪ "Real Conversation Practice"

Hello everyone ( ◠‿◠ ) I'm Mika, a Japanese teacher! ♪   I've been blessed to meet many new student...

Do I NEED to study? Focused practice for already competent communicators

Free conversation is a great integral part to improving and maintaining skill in a language, but I ...

What is guided conversation?

What is guided conversation?  It is a little more than casual chat.  In my guided conversation cla...

Small Failures, Big Lessons

Sometimes the best lessons don’t come from books or classrooms. They come from little slip-ups in d...

I Used to Think Willpower Was Everything (Then I Learned This)

Hey everyone,   I have a confession to make. When I first started out as a trainer, I honestly beli...

Free Talk with Chilu – Beginner-Friendly Conversation

Practice English in a relaxed and friendly way. This lesson is perfect for beginners who want to im...

Learning From Small Failures: A Teacher’s Perspective

Even as a teacher, I sometimes have little “oops” moments in my work. Recently, I prepared an Afrik...

A New Life in the Mountains Part 3 Spring

Spring came slowly to the mountain. At first, we were still feeding from the silo, but the silage, ...

Ready for a Language Adventure? Let's Learn Afrikaans!

Hello! My name is Teacher Marinka, and I'm so excited that you're considering learning Afrikaans. I...

HELP! My Neighbor is Singing!

I handle online classes every day. I wake up early, prepare a simple breakfast, then check my notif...

What Was Your Biggest Fear? Clients Share Their Honest Thoughts

One of the best parts of my job is the moment a client realizes their fear was unfounded. That mome...

SEMINAR -October 1st 2025-Western-Style Cooking at Home Let`s Cook Together-- Oven Beef Stew

Join me for a special live seminar on Cafetalk, where we'll explore the art of Western-style cookin...

How a running injury taught me the value of slowing down

Last October I was training hard, coming off the back of a half marathon and training for a 10k. I ...

Discovering Familiaris: My Favourite Novel and a New Book Club Choice-- Cafetalk Feature !

If you’ve been following my book club, you know I’m always on the lookout for novels that spark dee...

Everything has a First time: Writing about my lesson

Hello everyone, I'm Shiori, a Japanese teacher!　みなさんこんにちは、シオリです！Everything has a first time, right?...

Vocabulary, Fluency & Grammar: The Dream Team of English

Vocabulary, Fluency & Grammar: The Dream Team of English  Let’s be real — vocabulary is like yo...

Your English is Better Than You Think (Here's the Proof)

Let's be honest: a lot of us are scared to speak English. We worry about making mistakes, sounding ...

How to stay motivated when learning English

Remember: English is a tool, not a test. The more you use it, the stronger you become. Practice a l...

A Little Peek Behind the Scenes of My Lessons

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when your tutor is preparing lessons? As an online TEF...

Why Learn English When We Have Translating Apps?

Some of my previous students used to ask me: why, in a digital age, is learning to speak another la...

Our Universe on Netflix: A Journey for ESL Learners

Have you ever looked at the stars and wondered what they have to do with you? Did you know we are a...