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Less Procrastination, More Achievements. Time-Management and Productivity.
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Hi,
My name is Luz and I have a summa cum laude bachelor's degree in Education, majoring in Human Resources Development. I speak native Spanish, have full professional English competence and have just started learning Japanese. I have professional experience as an accountability partner and as a teacher of leadership, social impact and SEL skills.

My role as an accountability partner is to help you to get stuff done, especially the things on which you have been procrastinating. I will be with you in every step of the process offering personalized support. My methodology focuses on the emotional and social dimensions of procrastination as well as on following an effective goal-setting process.
If you need help, don't procrastinate on talking to me ;)
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Online vanuit Japan
Leeftijd
Tieners (13-17 jaar oud)
Volwassenen (18-64 jaar oud)
Senioren (65+ jaar oud)
Niveau van de leerling
Beginner
Gemiddeld
Gevorderden
Duur
60 minuten
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Spaans
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(GMT -04:00)
New York
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¡Hola!

I am Luz (or Hikari in Japanese) and I am a social impact educator from Latin America. I moved to Tokyo in February 2020 and I’m looking for opportunities to share my knowledge and experiences, and also learn from others.

I am really passionate about education and cultural diversity. I have lived in 4 different countries so far and have worked in multiple cross-country organizations in Latin America. So I have access to a wide network of people that gives me many different perspectives on the work I do.

I speak native Spanish, fluent English and have just started learning Japanese. I am constantly researching educational innovations to improve my teaching methods. My favorite approaches are growth mindset and learning through fun!

I listen to and I care about learners' needs, purposes, emotions and interests.

Let’s meet!
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I walk through chapters that you do not understand, improve tests and help with your homework. Please note: I help you understand what to do, I will not do your homework myself.
Furthermore, you can usually always ask me questions. Do not hesitate!
You can come with any part of mathematics to get extra tutoring. Even though this is the full book.
Adults and seniors who want to brush up or expand their basic knowledge are also welcome to leave a comment. We can then focus on specific areas or go through a complete book of your choice.
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I currently work as a life coach and am someone who believes that people can make a difference.

My values:
Respect
Responsibility
Honesty

My background:
Diploma in stress and burnout coach
Diploma life coach
Diploma in practical psychology
Bachelor of Family Sciences
Certificate of pedagogical competence

My mission:
I help the client to discover, clarify and align their objectives within their current context

I encourage the customer to self-discovery

I support the client to gain insight into his talents and resources for success

I ask questions so that the customer finds solutions and strategies to achieve his goals

I hold the customer responsible for his own evolution process
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As a certified life coach, my aim is to help you defining your goals (through self-awareness), the action steps needed to achieve them, and identifying the obstacles and negative patterns that prevent you from achieving them. I also want to help you discover what you are passionate about, bring you closer to your reality, and accept it. I want to encourage you to shift your focus and looking at things from another perspective. This will help you to improve your mental health, your confidence, achieve a better balance through a holistic approach, create a powerful vision for the future, and ultimately start living a more fulfilling life.
In other words, to bring out the best in you!

I have faced many obstacles in life and have managed to turn them into strengths.
We can do the session online, at your place, in nature, or any cozy place of your choice.
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They still exist: people who believe that hypnosis is not real, or that it is a paranormal activity. However, decades ago it was scientifically proven that hypnosis not only exists, but is also very effective in achieving all kinds of different goals. Thanks to the hypnosis course, you too can learn what exactly this fascinating state entails.

This way you can not only learn to act, but also get a taste of our courses in debate and presentation techniques (our TV course), communication, singing, improvisation, physical acting, lie detection, hypnosis, directing, or writing! Of course, it remains true: the more you follow one particular course, the faster you progress. You can take both live and online lessons.

'Enlightenment is always preceded by confusion.'
Milton H. Erickson

What is hypnosis?

To understand hypnosis, think of sunlight; that is diffuse and falls somewhat everywhere. However, if you bundle light through a number of crystals, you turn it into a laser beam. Hypnosis does the same with your attention. It is usually focused on several things at the same time. This way you not only see what is directly in front of you, but you also notice things to the left and right, in your peripheral vision. However, when you focus yourself and focus your attention on one point, you can achieve a hypnotic state.

Our brains

In the past, people who talked about hypnosis mainly talked about the two brain hemispheres. The left hemisphere controls the right part of the body (except the ears), the right hemisphere controls the left part of our body.

Moreover, it has often been claimed that our logical thinking (including arithmetic) and our language are mainly located in the left hemisphere of the brain, and our creativity in our right hemisphere. However, this is only partially true. The reality is a lot more complex, and other parts of the brain often take over when a certain part is damaged.

In ancient texts - and unfortunately often also in more modern writings - you often read that hypnosis additionally activates the right hemisphere of the brain. During brain scans we can indeed see that a different pattern emerges than when one is asleep or awake.

However, the investigation into what exactly is going on is by no means complete. What we can say with certainty is that the brain usually works as if what is suggested is actually registered, as opposed to what happens when one simply imagines something! Numerous experiments (often with PET scans, such as the experiment by Henry Szechtman of McMaster University in Ontario in 1998, or the pain reduction experiment of Pierre Rainville of the University of Montreal a year earlier) have already shown this.

Brain experiments give us a good example of why hypnosis is so effective in (among other things) pain relief. For example, during a well-known experiment, subjects were confronted with pain stimuli of different intensities. They had to report how much pain they were in while their brain activity was also recorded.

The subjective experience of pain of the same intensity differed enormously from subject to subject, but the activated brain area during the pain experience was especially interesting: after all, this was an area responsible for memory and experience! How strongly you experience pain is therefore largely related to the way you deal with it and not only to the objective intensity!

You will never do anything you don't want to do

The above statement is also largely correct, but it must be qualified somewhat. A particularly small portion of the population—perhaps about one percent—seems to reach a state labeled “stuporous.” These people seem to do just about anything asked.

However, we believe that this has nothing to do with a bad or unstable character, or with absolute control of the hypnotist. What is going on can be explained by the phenomenon of narrowed attention. Because a stuporous person is so concentrated on the task at hand, he or she is often no longer really concerned with what is happening around him or her.

You stay active

In any case, hypnotized people never behave like passive machines: they are actively solving their problems, and are also creative when not suggested by the therapist. However, most things that happen to them are experienced as 'effortless', as if everything happens 'by itself'.

Not everyone has the feeling of being 'away': you usually maintain contact with the outside world during a hypnosis session. It is precisely because of the possibility of disturbance that spectators are usually asked to remain quiet during shows. By the way, it's important that you can hear the hypnotist, right?

Harmless

Hypnosis is absolutely harmless. Negative suggestions can be harmful, but that also applies to everyday life. Anyone who is constantly told by the teacher that he or she is not making any sense of it runs the risk of believing it even when it is not true, or of having a dent in self-confidence. This means that hypnotherapists - like all people - should certainly be careful with the suggestions they give!
For example, we think that most (or all) people suffering from multiple personality disorder (where people believe they have multiple personalities) have been given false suggestions (not necessarily under hypnosis) by people talking about different 'parts' or 'personalities'. And what to think about fortune tellers, whose predictions often become true because people (unconsciously) direct their actions accordingly - which does not necessarily mean that they are all quacks.

Research also shows that when reminiscing, people often fantasize things! A therapist must therefore be careful of this, especially when it concerns alleged incest or abuse, for example.

You always wake up

It is impossible to remain 'stuck' in a hypnotic state. Anyone who remained in hypnosis would simply fall asleep and then wake up sober. It seems that people also often experience a hypnotic state in daily life, for example when reading, watching TV, or practicing yoga or meditation.

Tool

As mentioned, hypnosis is often an excellent tool for treating all kinds of ailments and problems of a psychological or psychosomatic nature. And since body and psyche have a huge mutual influence on each other, this means that you can alleviate or eliminate a lot of suffering with hypnosis. For example, it has been frequently shown that hypnosis is very effective against allergies, psoriasis and anxiety, but hypnotic techniques are also often used to achieve positive goals.
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- Coaching é uma metodologia relacionada a atingimento de metas, realização de objetivos e tomada de decisão. Vem ganhando cada vez mais espaço no mundo todo e compõe cursos e programas de universidades como Harvard, Wharton, Insead e Columbia.
- Todo processo de coaching começa com a identificação do Estado Atual, ou seja, como estão a vida e os resultados do cliente naquele momento. Em seguida, o cliente define seus objetivos, o que chamamos de Estado Desejado.
- O processo dura entre 10 a 12 sessões de 1h30
- Para quem? Para toda pessoa que deseja se conhecer melhor, como também descobrir o seu potencial e conseguir resultados significativos em todas as áreas de sua vida
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- Coaching is a methodology related to achieving goals, achieving goals and making decisions. It is gaining more and more space around the world, curating courses and programs at universities such as Harvard, Wharton, Insead, and Columbia.
- Every coaching process starts with the identification of the Present State, that is, what the client's life and results are like at that moment. Next, the client defines his goals, which we call the Desired State.
- The process takes 10 to 12 sessions of 1h30
- For who is it? For anyone who wants to get to know themselves better, discover their potential and achieve significant results in all areas of their life.
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With my medical knowledge skills I took many classes for communication, paraphrasing, active listing etc. The psychology, body knowledge and how the brain works (neurology) has all been thought to me during my medical training. I would like to put my skills out there that I have obtained together with my sports’ and nutrition qualification to help other people acheive their goals and their potential. People struggling with weight, to do lists, procrastination, bringing an idea out there or developing their business plan can contact me. I will be doing extra certifications in order to obtain more experience on top of what I have. This is why my prices are adapted for people that want to help me get further experienced in coaching.
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💬 Is your English pronunciation holding you back?
• Do people misunderstand you and ask you to repeat yourself?
• Do you notice that people get tired listening to you?
• Do you feel judged before you even finish speaking?

I’m Tom, a native English speaker from the south of England. I've developed my methods from a double master's degree in English and Applied Linguistics plus many years of teaching (I became a teacher at 22 and now I'm 35 – I'll let you do the maths). My methods are always backed by research, experience and student feedback.


❗ 45-minute lessons are via Zoom only


I offer one-to-one English accent coaching personalised for your needs and goals. I will help you correctly produce the sounds of English so that you can immediately start speaking with more clarity, confidence, and control – and without feeling awkward or anxious.

Although I take coaching seriously, and I want you to as well, my classes are also light-hearted and warm. People learn best when they’re enjoying themselves and feeling deeply interested, and that is my promise to you. I will correct your mistakes, but I will never shame or embarrass you for making them. My class is a place where people come to feel good and grow confidence.


⭐ English Pronunciation and Accent Coaching / Training / Reduction with a Qualified Expert Native Teacher


WHAT WILL I LEARN?
• Change key vowel and consonant sounds that cause misunderstandings
• Control your rhythm, intonation and pausing
• Build links between your hearing and speech muscles
• Breathe comfortably and strengthen your voice
• Adapt your voice appropriately for different purposes – meetings, interviews, presentations, pitches, conversations, and more


➡️ Fast pronunciation improvements – our main goal at all times


WILL I SOUND 100% NATIVE?
❗Research shows that for most adult speakers, it's just not possible after our teenage years to develop a fully native accent. So, honest accent coaching is not about training you to sound native. Instead, a good coach will train you to be understood by as many people as possible and communicate exactly what you intend. That means fixing problematic sounds and expanding your range of vocal styles by borrowing from voice acting techniques, from sounding authoritative and executive to warm and supportive.

If you do want to sound native, I can still help you – whichever accent you prefer – from the UK, USA, Australia or anywhere else. You might not sound fully native at the end, but you can still make adjustments so that you like the way you sound.


WHAT ARE YOUR METHODS?
I've learned my methods from a double master's degree in Applied Linguistics and English Linguistics plus many years of teaching. My methods are always backed by research, experience and student feedback.

• I use modern evidence-based methods including speech visualisation software, shadowing and HVPT
• I create my own original training materials tailored to YOUR individual language background, goals, requirements and preferences – I offer a customised course specifically for you, not a one-size-fits-all package
• You’ll start with controlled practice to master new sounds, then move into spontaneous speech so that these skills become part of your everyday speaking habits.

Curious to learn more or not sure if you need coaching? Send me a message and I'll be happy to give you my honest opinion.
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Maybe you need an open ear to talk to about creativity, somebody to make sure you are following through on things, or help finding your curiosity.

Maybe you secretly made a New Year's resolution to follow through on a creative project, maybe it's something new or to return to something you'd left behind.

We all have our mediums, mine is music! Even if you are not a musician but do other kinds of projects, I hope I can help you structure and spark your creative project.

I have taught music lessons and given group workshops since 2016. I have also produced and funded performances, recordings, and research projects. Doing this with a Master's in Music but also side-studies in Psychology, Education, and years of experience as a freelancer, I am always learning about balancing organization and creativity.
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Do you want to feel more at ease in social situations both professionally and in your personal life?
Then this class is for you!
Learn how to deal with social situations - the ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ when it comes to meeting new people, entertaining, business meetings, understanding different cultural practices etc...
Etiquette is about treating other people in a polite and respectful way so that social interactions whether for social or business reasons go smoothly, and allow both parties to interact seamlessly!
To find out more get in touch and let me help you with all matters dealing with etiquette.
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Whether you are looking for a job or in the middle of a career transition, I provide practical support through:
- a skills assessment and an in-depth reflection on your career path
- writing an attractive CV and cover letter
- targeted help to find a job or training that suits you
- the creation and/or optimization of your LinkedIn profile
- preparation and simulation of job interviews
Each session is tailored to your needs and profile, to give you confidence and get you up and running quickly.
Sessions can be done online or in person.
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This coaching service is designed for professionals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or affected by difficult workplace situations — including bullying, toxic dynamics, or unfair treatment.

I combine career coaching, workplace conflict insight, and labour-law awareness to help you understand what is happening, regain confidence, and make strategic decisions about your career.

This is not therapy and not legal representation, but practical, confidential coaching focused on clarity, resilience, and next steps.
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My teaching approach is flexible and tailored to each student. Lessons are shaped around the student's personality, level, and goals, exploring different technical aspects and musical styles. Creating a comfortable, supportive environment is central to my work, as this allows students to enjoy the learning process while developing a natural relationship with their instrument. When appropriate, we can discuss and choose together the repertoire and working methods, ensuring a positive and motivating experience.
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Would you like to experience more peace, clarity, growth, and insight, and increase your self-healing capacity?

Are you tired of constantly getting stuck with the same things in your life and reacting from your traumas and conditioned patterns?

Do you find it difficult to connect with yourself and your various energy layers?

I can guide and coach you in this so that you can take another step forward in your life and personal growth,

Depending on your preference, we can have a conversation, meditate, or do a combination of both.
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Heb je moeite om overzicht te houden, opdrachten te plannen of gemotiveerd te blijven? Met mijn huiswerkbegeleiding krijg je duidelijke structuur, effectieve studievaardigheden en persoonlijke ondersteuning. We werken aan planning, concentratie, leerstrategieën en vakinhoudelijke vragen, zodat je met meer vertrouwen en minder stress werkt. Ideaal voor leerlingen die net dat extra zetje nodig hebben om grip te krijgen op school.
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You often know what you want — but you don't do it.
You keep doubting.
You adapt.
You think, but don't take action.
And somewhere you feel: this is not me (anymore).

I work with people who feel there is more in them,
but who are still holding themselves back from really going for it.
Not because they don't understand it.
But because it gets exciting as soon as it really counts.

In my coaching, we won't analyze endlessly.
We take an honest look at what is going on.
Where you block yourself.
And what is needed to actually move.

Direct, clear, and without beating around the bush —
but always tailored to you.

What you can expect:
more clarity on what you really want
stop getting stuck in doubt
speak your mind, even when it's scary
making choices that are right — and acting on them

For you as:
You feel like you have lost yourself somewhere.
You know there is more inside you, but it isn't coming out.
you are ready to take responsibility for your life

I am Ben, a coach and therapist.
I have walked that path myself:
of adapting and doubting,
towards making choices that really feel right.
Today I guide people who want to take that same step —
Not perfect, but real.

This is a course of 6 lessons, the start of Dare to Stand!
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I walk through chapters that you do not understand, improve tests and help with your homework. Please note: I help you understand what to do, I will not do your homework myself.
Furthermore, you can usually always ask me questions. Do not hesitate!
You can come with any part of mathematics to get extra tutoring. Even though this is the full book.
Adults and seniors who want to brush up or expand their basic knowledge are also welcome to leave a comment. We can then focus on specific areas or go through a complete book of your choice.
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I currently work as a life coach and am someone who believes that people can make a difference.

My values:
Respect
Responsibility
Honesty

My background:
Diploma in stress and burnout coach
Diploma life coach
Diploma in practical psychology
Bachelor of Family Sciences
Certificate of pedagogical competence

My mission:
I help the client to discover, clarify and align their objectives within their current context

I encourage the customer to self-discovery

I support the client to gain insight into his talents and resources for success

I ask questions so that the customer finds solutions and strategies to achieve his goals

I hold the customer responsible for his own evolution process
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As a certified life coach, my aim is to help you defining your goals (through self-awareness), the action steps needed to achieve them, and identifying the obstacles and negative patterns that prevent you from achieving them. I also want to help you discover what you are passionate about, bring you closer to your reality, and accept it. I want to encourage you to shift your focus and looking at things from another perspective. This will help you to improve your mental health, your confidence, achieve a better balance through a holistic approach, create a powerful vision for the future, and ultimately start living a more fulfilling life.
In other words, to bring out the best in you!

I have faced many obstacles in life and have managed to turn them into strengths.
We can do the session online, at your place, in nature, or any cozy place of your choice.
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They still exist: people who believe that hypnosis is not real, or that it is a paranormal activity. However, decades ago it was scientifically proven that hypnosis not only exists, but is also very effective in achieving all kinds of different goals. Thanks to the hypnosis course, you too can learn what exactly this fascinating state entails.

This way you can not only learn to act, but also get a taste of our courses in debate and presentation techniques (our TV course), communication, singing, improvisation, physical acting, lie detection, hypnosis, directing, or writing! Of course, it remains true: the more you follow one particular course, the faster you progress. You can take both live and online lessons.

'Enlightenment is always preceded by confusion.'
Milton H. Erickson

What is hypnosis?

To understand hypnosis, think of sunlight; that is diffuse and falls somewhat everywhere. However, if you bundle light through a number of crystals, you turn it into a laser beam. Hypnosis does the same with your attention. It is usually focused on several things at the same time. This way you not only see what is directly in front of you, but you also notice things to the left and right, in your peripheral vision. However, when you focus yourself and focus your attention on one point, you can achieve a hypnotic state.

Our brains

In the past, people who talked about hypnosis mainly talked about the two brain hemispheres. The left hemisphere controls the right part of the body (except the ears), the right hemisphere controls the left part of our body.

Moreover, it has often been claimed that our logical thinking (including arithmetic) and our language are mainly located in the left hemisphere of the brain, and our creativity in our right hemisphere. However, this is only partially true. The reality is a lot more complex, and other parts of the brain often take over when a certain part is damaged.

In ancient texts - and unfortunately often also in more modern writings - you often read that hypnosis additionally activates the right hemisphere of the brain. During brain scans we can indeed see that a different pattern emerges than when one is asleep or awake.

However, the investigation into what exactly is going on is by no means complete. What we can say with certainty is that the brain usually works as if what is suggested is actually registered, as opposed to what happens when one simply imagines something! Numerous experiments (often with PET scans, such as the experiment by Henry Szechtman of McMaster University in Ontario in 1998, or the pain reduction experiment of Pierre Rainville of the University of Montreal a year earlier) have already shown this.

Brain experiments give us a good example of why hypnosis is so effective in (among other things) pain relief. For example, during a well-known experiment, subjects were confronted with pain stimuli of different intensities. They had to report how much pain they were in while their brain activity was also recorded.

The subjective experience of pain of the same intensity differed enormously from subject to subject, but the activated brain area during the pain experience was especially interesting: after all, this was an area responsible for memory and experience! How strongly you experience pain is therefore largely related to the way you deal with it and not only to the objective intensity!

You will never do anything you don't want to do

The above statement is also largely correct, but it must be qualified somewhat. A particularly small portion of the population—perhaps about one percent—seems to reach a state labeled “stuporous.” These people seem to do just about anything asked.

However, we believe that this has nothing to do with a bad or unstable character, or with absolute control of the hypnotist. What is going on can be explained by the phenomenon of narrowed attention. Because a stuporous person is so concentrated on the task at hand, he or she is often no longer really concerned with what is happening around him or her.

You stay active

In any case, hypnotized people never behave like passive machines: they are actively solving their problems, and are also creative when not suggested by the therapist. However, most things that happen to them are experienced as 'effortless', as if everything happens 'by itself'.

Not everyone has the feeling of being 'away': you usually maintain contact with the outside world during a hypnosis session. It is precisely because of the possibility of disturbance that spectators are usually asked to remain quiet during shows. By the way, it's important that you can hear the hypnotist, right?

Harmless

Hypnosis is absolutely harmless. Negative suggestions can be harmful, but that also applies to everyday life. Anyone who is constantly told by the teacher that he or she is not making any sense of it runs the risk of believing it even when it is not true, or of having a dent in self-confidence. This means that hypnotherapists - like all people - should certainly be careful with the suggestions they give!
For example, we think that most (or all) people suffering from multiple personality disorder (where people believe they have multiple personalities) have been given false suggestions (not necessarily under hypnosis) by people talking about different 'parts' or 'personalities'. And what to think about fortune tellers, whose predictions often become true because people (unconsciously) direct their actions accordingly - which does not necessarily mean that they are all quacks.

Research also shows that when reminiscing, people often fantasize things! A therapist must therefore be careful of this, especially when it concerns alleged incest or abuse, for example.

You always wake up

It is impossible to remain 'stuck' in a hypnotic state. Anyone who remained in hypnosis would simply fall asleep and then wake up sober. It seems that people also often experience a hypnotic state in daily life, for example when reading, watching TV, or practicing yoga or meditation.

Tool

As mentioned, hypnosis is often an excellent tool for treating all kinds of ailments and problems of a psychological or psychosomatic nature. And since body and psyche have a huge mutual influence on each other, this means that you can alleviate or eliminate a lot of suffering with hypnosis. For example, it has been frequently shown that hypnosis is very effective against allergies, psoriasis and anxiety, but hypnotic techniques are also often used to achieve positive goals.
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- Coaching é uma metodologia relacionada a atingimento de metas, realização de objetivos e tomada de decisão. Vem ganhando cada vez mais espaço no mundo todo e compõe cursos e programas de universidades como Harvard, Wharton, Insead e Columbia.
- Todo processo de coaching começa com a identificação do Estado Atual, ou seja, como estão a vida e os resultados do cliente naquele momento. Em seguida, o cliente define seus objetivos, o que chamamos de Estado Desejado.
- O processo dura entre 10 a 12 sessões de 1h30
- Para quem? Para toda pessoa que deseja se conhecer melhor, como também descobrir o seu potencial e conseguir resultados significativos em todas as áreas de sua vida
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- Coaching is a methodology related to achieving goals, achieving goals and making decisions. It is gaining more and more space around the world, curating courses and programs at universities such as Harvard, Wharton, Insead, and Columbia.
- Every coaching process starts with the identification of the Present State, that is, what the client's life and results are like at that moment. Next, the client defines his goals, which we call the Desired State.
- The process takes 10 to 12 sessions of 1h30
- For who is it? For anyone who wants to get to know themselves better, discover their potential and achieve significant results in all areas of their life.
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With my medical knowledge skills I took many classes for communication, paraphrasing, active listing etc. The psychology, body knowledge and how the brain works (neurology) has all been thought to me during my medical training. I would like to put my skills out there that I have obtained together with my sports’ and nutrition qualification to help other people acheive their goals and their potential. People struggling with weight, to do lists, procrastination, bringing an idea out there or developing their business plan can contact me. I will be doing extra certifications in order to obtain more experience on top of what I have. This is why my prices are adapted for people that want to help me get further experienced in coaching.
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💬 Is your English pronunciation holding you back?
• Do people misunderstand you and ask you to repeat yourself?
• Do you notice that people get tired listening to you?
• Do you feel judged before you even finish speaking?

I’m Tom, a native English speaker from the south of England. I've developed my methods from a double master's degree in English and Applied Linguistics plus many years of teaching (I became a teacher at 22 and now I'm 35 – I'll let you do the maths). My methods are always backed by research, experience and student feedback.


❗ 45-minute lessons are via Zoom only


I offer one-to-one English accent coaching personalised for your needs and goals. I will help you correctly produce the sounds of English so that you can immediately start speaking with more clarity, confidence, and control – and without feeling awkward or anxious.

Although I take coaching seriously, and I want you to as well, my classes are also light-hearted and warm. People learn best when they’re enjoying themselves and feeling deeply interested, and that is my promise to you. I will correct your mistakes, but I will never shame or embarrass you for making them. My class is a place where people come to feel good and grow confidence.


⭐ English Pronunciation and Accent Coaching / Training / Reduction with a Qualified Expert Native Teacher


WHAT WILL I LEARN?
• Change key vowel and consonant sounds that cause misunderstandings
• Control your rhythm, intonation and pausing
• Build links between your hearing and speech muscles
• Breathe comfortably and strengthen your voice
• Adapt your voice appropriately for different purposes – meetings, interviews, presentations, pitches, conversations, and more


➡️ Fast pronunciation improvements – our main goal at all times


WILL I SOUND 100% NATIVE?
❗Research shows that for most adult speakers, it's just not possible after our teenage years to develop a fully native accent. So, honest accent coaching is not about training you to sound native. Instead, a good coach will train you to be understood by as many people as possible and communicate exactly what you intend. That means fixing problematic sounds and expanding your range of vocal styles by borrowing from voice acting techniques, from sounding authoritative and executive to warm and supportive.

If you do want to sound native, I can still help you – whichever accent you prefer – from the UK, USA, Australia or anywhere else. You might not sound fully native at the end, but you can still make adjustments so that you like the way you sound.


WHAT ARE YOUR METHODS?
I've learned my methods from a double master's degree in Applied Linguistics and English Linguistics plus many years of teaching. My methods are always backed by research, experience and student feedback.

• I use modern evidence-based methods including speech visualisation software, shadowing and HVPT
• I create my own original training materials tailored to YOUR individual language background, goals, requirements and preferences – I offer a customised course specifically for you, not a one-size-fits-all package
• You’ll start with controlled practice to master new sounds, then move into spontaneous speech so that these skills become part of your everyday speaking habits.

Curious to learn more or not sure if you need coaching? Send me a message and I'll be happy to give you my honest opinion.
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Maybe you need an open ear to talk to about creativity, somebody to make sure you are following through on things, or help finding your curiosity.

Maybe you secretly made a New Year's resolution to follow through on a creative project, maybe it's something new or to return to something you'd left behind.

We all have our mediums, mine is music! Even if you are not a musician but do other kinds of projects, I hope I can help you structure and spark your creative project.

I have taught music lessons and given group workshops since 2016. I have also produced and funded performances, recordings, and research projects. Doing this with a Master's in Music but also side-studies in Psychology, Education, and years of experience as a freelancer, I am always learning about balancing organization and creativity.
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Do you want to feel more at ease in social situations both professionally and in your personal life?
Then this class is for you!
Learn how to deal with social situations - the ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ when it comes to meeting new people, entertaining, business meetings, understanding different cultural practices etc...
Etiquette is about treating other people in a polite and respectful way so that social interactions whether for social or business reasons go smoothly, and allow both parties to interact seamlessly!
To find out more get in touch and let me help you with all matters dealing with etiquette.
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Whether you are looking for a job or in the middle of a career transition, I provide practical support through:
- a skills assessment and an in-depth reflection on your career path
- writing an attractive CV and cover letter
- targeted help to find a job or training that suits you
- the creation and/or optimization of your LinkedIn profile
- preparation and simulation of job interviews
Each session is tailored to your needs and profile, to give you confidence and get you up and running quickly.
Sessions can be done online or in person.
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This coaching service is designed for professionals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or affected by difficult workplace situations — including bullying, toxic dynamics, or unfair treatment.

I combine career coaching, workplace conflict insight, and labour-law awareness to help you understand what is happening, regain confidence, and make strategic decisions about your career.

This is not therapy and not legal representation, but practical, confidential coaching focused on clarity, resilience, and next steps.
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My teaching approach is flexible and tailored to each student. Lessons are shaped around the student's personality, level, and goals, exploring different technical aspects and musical styles. Creating a comfortable, supportive environment is central to my work, as this allows students to enjoy the learning process while developing a natural relationship with their instrument. When appropriate, we can discuss and choose together the repertoire and working methods, ensuring a positive and motivating experience.
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Would you like to experience more peace, clarity, growth, and insight, and increase your self-healing capacity?

Are you tired of constantly getting stuck with the same things in your life and reacting from your traumas and conditioned patterns?

Do you find it difficult to connect with yourself and your various energy layers?

I can guide and coach you in this so that you can take another step forward in your life and personal growth,

Depending on your preference, we can have a conversation, meditate, or do a combination of both.
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Heb je moeite om overzicht te houden, opdrachten te plannen of gemotiveerd te blijven? Met mijn huiswerkbegeleiding krijg je duidelijke structuur, effectieve studievaardigheden en persoonlijke ondersteuning. We werken aan planning, concentratie, leerstrategieën en vakinhoudelijke vragen, zodat je met meer vertrouwen en minder stress werkt. Ideaal voor leerlingen die net dat extra zetje nodig hebben om grip te krijgen op school.
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You often know what you want — but you don't do it.
You keep doubting.
You adapt.
You think, but don't take action.
And somewhere you feel: this is not me (anymore).

I work with people who feel there is more in them,
but who are still holding themselves back from really going for it.
Not because they don't understand it.
But because it gets exciting as soon as it really counts.

In my coaching, we won't analyze endlessly.
We take an honest look at what is going on.
Where you block yourself.
And what is needed to actually move.

Direct, clear, and without beating around the bush —
but always tailored to you.

What you can expect:
more clarity on what you really want
stop getting stuck in doubt
speak your mind, even when it's scary
making choices that are right — and acting on them

For you as:
You feel like you have lost yourself somewhere.
You know there is more inside you, but it isn't coming out.
you are ready to take responsibility for your life

I am Ben, a coach and therapist.
I have walked that path myself:
of adapting and doubting,
towards making choices that really feel right.
Today I guide people who want to take that same step —
Not perfect, but real.

This is a course of 6 lessons, the start of Dare to Stand!
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