English for HR professionals who want to feel confident and communicate clearly, even when they speak English.
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Speak up with confidence.
Even when English isn’t your first language.
Next round starts
on 17 November 2025!
Speak Up HR is a 5-week program designed for HR professionals who want to express themselves naturally, defend their ideas, and lead conversations.
Without fear of mistakes.
With my guidance, support and focused feedback, you’ll learn to handle every HR conversation in clear, confident English.
A free 30-minute talk about your goals and needs.
5 live online practices
in a small group
Practical HR challenges
every week
Individual AI practice
24/7
Video minilessons
every week
Are you afraid of difficult conversations in English?
Do you say “yes” too quickly, just because it’s easier?
You are not alone. Many HR professionals feel the same. Maybe you also…
...talk too much when you’re nervous — and regret it later
...struggle to make others truly understand your point
...find it hard to say “no” or disagree politely
...feel frustrated when your ideas lose impact in English
It’s not your grammar or lack of vocabulary. It’s the pressure to sound perfect.
Speak Up HR will help you break through that.
Replace that pressure with calm, professional confidence.
Imagine if you could…
...express your thoughts clearly and naturally — even under pressure
...handle feedback, salary talks, and negotiations with confidence
...disagree or set boundaries without sounding agressive
...earn more respect and recognition for your expertise
A free 30-minute talk about your goals and needs.
What makes Speak Up HR different?
Most English courses teach grammar.
Speak Up HR helps you speak like a confident HR professional.
It’s a live, small-group experience where you’ll learn to handle performance talks, negotiations, and leadership discussions — all in clear, professional English.
Here’s how it works:
📍 Online via Google Meet — join from anywhere; recordings included
👥 Small group (max. 4 people) — every participant gets personal feedback and practice
💬 For B2–C1 English speakers — HR professionals who already know English, but want to sound confident and credible
A free 30-minute talk about your goals and needs.
🎁 Bonuses? Yes, bonuses!
Ready to speak up with confidence?
You’ll get everything you need to finally:
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Speak clearly and confidently in English at work
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Negotiate, lead, and give feedback without fear
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Express your expertise naturally in every HR situation
Program investment: 4 750 CZK (197 EUR)
Includes:
✅ 5 live small group sessions (60 minutes each, 2-4 people each group)
✅ Weekly communication challenges + AI speaking buddy
✅ Weekly video lessons
✅ 2 months in the Confident HR Community
✅ Personalised feedback and private chat support
Next step:
Book a free 30-minute call with me to see if this program is the right fit for your needs.
We will talk about your goals and see if Speak Up HR is the right next step for you.
A free 30-minute talk about your goals and needs.
About me
Hi, I’m Alena Konecna — communication coach, facilitator,
and creator of Speak Up HR.
I help HR professionals communicate with clarity
and confidence in English — especially in tough
conversations, feedback discussions, and negotiations.
My Background
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10+ years of experience teaching English and professional communication
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5+ years in facilitation & coaching, focused on cross-cultural dialogue and difficult workplace topics
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Experience working within HR, supporting professionals navigating global environment
💡 My Approach: Practical. Structured. Empowering.
I combine facilitation tools with language coaching to help you:
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speak with calm confidence — even under pressure
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express ideas clearly in English
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show your full professional value without overthinking
“I created Speak Up HR because I want professionals to stop underestimating themselves and live up to their potential.”
Frequently Asked Questions
❓When does the course start and when does it finish?
Next round starts in the week of 17 November 2025 - the days and times of the group will be decided together. Typically, the live sessions take place on Wednesdays - Fridays between 9 AM and 3 PM (Prague time).
❓What if I miss a lesson?
Lessons are recorded, and you will have access to the recordings and session notes.
❓On which platform does the course take place?
The course takes place online via Google Meet. You will receive the links before the course starts. There is also (optional) access to the Confident HR Speaker Community – a small community of passionate HR professionals who meet twice a month for a facilitated session to discuss HR topics of their choice. Meetings are held via Google Meet, and members communicate via the Discord platform.
❓Will I have access to materials?
You will receive materials every Monday during the course: a short video lesson, a practical challenge (to answer/record your answer to the question of the week), and a link to your personal AI assistant for the week (the free version of ChatGPT is enough). A shared glossary and lesson notes will include all new vocabulary.
❓Is this for me if I’m afraid to speak in front of others? What level of English do I need?
Yes! That’s exactly why I created this course – to help you build confidence. This will work best if you have B2 - C1 level of English. If you have any doubts about your level, we can meet for a free consultation. It’s not necessary to speak without mistakes. In the course, you’ll learn how to negotiate in English even if you make mistakes. Grammar and vocabulary notes are part of the course, and you can ask about anything unclear.
❓How many live online sessions are included in the course?
During the course, you’ll meet in a small group (4 people) each week for 60 minutes over five weeks. Beyond the lessons, you’ll also be able to join facilitated sessions of the larger community, where you can discuss a pre-selected HR topic (in the past, we’ve had topics like Giving/Receiving Feedback, Digitalisation in HR, Performance Management, Onboarding/Offboarding, Metrics in HR…). Confident HR Speaker Community sessions are held twice a month, usually every second Friday at 9 AM (Prague time), and last 60 minutes. It’s a very safe and supportive space where you can get inspired or share your best practices. Most importantly, it’s a chance to try out new skills from the course with others, still in a safe environment. But it’s totally OK to join just to listen and participate passively.
A free 30-minute talk about your goals and needs.