English Coaching: From Teaching to Transforming
Chris Bate
Business English coach - helping Spanish-speaking business professionals to overcome their fears and communicate their message with confidence and clarity in English ?? ???????????? your business English potential
Today, I want to share a little snippet of my personal journey – from being an English teacher to becoming an English coach and the transformation this has meant for me and my coachees.
Where It All Began:
For years (around 17 in total!), I worked as an English teacher - academies, companies, private classes, etc. And don't get me wrong, those years were incredibly rewarding. Guiding people through the intricacies of grammar, vocabulary, and syntax was a joy. But, something was missing, something beyond textbooks and lesson plans.
The Shift to Coaching:
The lightbulb moment happened when I realized that language wasn't just about rules and structure. It was about making connections, forging confidence, and unlocking opportunities. And so, my journey took a turn, leading me to the dynamic world of English coaching.
Why Coaching?
I love coaching because it isn't just about delivering content; it's about creating transformation. It's not about imparting knowledge to possibly use at some undetermined moment in the future (which is what most of traditional education seems to be about); it's about applying skills for immediate impact. It's about instilling the power to communicate, negotiate, and engage effectively in real business settings.
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My personal transformation
I'm much happier now as an English coach because I get to see first-hand how my clients change, both in their English and their careers. I get to witness professionals embrace language as a tool to shape their career, watch their confidence soar, and see the results of our coaching manifest in real-world scenarios – that genuinely excites and motivates me!
Join me this quarter!
If you're ready to start communicating in English with fluency and confidence, I invite you to dive into my transformative 12-week, one-to-one Business English coaching program - Communicate with Confidence
Places now available to start in September!
In our one-to-one program you'll get tailored guidance, engaging video masterclasses,live one-to-one sessions as well as continuous support and help from me. Together, we'll craft your path to confident and effective communication in real business settings.
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3 周Hey Chris Bate thanks for sharing this. Little late to the party but seeing your post now from a google search. I'm enticing the idea of teaching english abroad or online while I build my coaching practice - You've inspired me seeing three a few things I really enjoy put together: connecting with people around the world, teaching/empowering ppl, and coaching. Appreciating you! ??
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1 年I love this post! I made that transition without realizing it. It happened naturally, as I was working towards specific (business) objectives with certain clients. It is exciting and it reminds me how much I have always loved teamwork. That being said, I still love teaching grammar, but it has to be useful. Not every client needs a perfect command of the language to sell their product. At least not short-term. That is what I, as a teacher, have learnt from my learners, I think. Would you agree, Chris Bate?
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1 年Chris Bate Bravo ?? I love this post.
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1 年Chris Bate, I can totally relate to this as I find myself in a similar position. I feel so much more connected to my students/clients (coachees is a good one) than I ever did before.
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1 年Very good