What this means for you
This probably sounds familiar:
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You avoid speaking in English because you’re afraid you will not find the right words.
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You worry you will sound unprofessional or make a mistake, so you keep your answers short.
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You prefer international work by email, but avoid live calls or meetings.
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When someone asks you a question suddenly, your brain freezes, even if you KNOW the answer.
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You reject projects or meetings because you don’t feel ready to speak in English.
You are not alone!
Many HR professionals feel this way.
The problem is not grammar or a small vocabulary.
You will not feel confident after you learn 20, 50, 100 new expressions.
What is stopping you from using English as a tool at your work is the fear that your English will not be “good enough.”
This fear makes speaking much harder than it needs to be.
This might surprise you: Even experienced HR professionals who speak English every day sometimes freeze!
Simple and practical tips
to help you start speaking with more confidence
01
Use “pause phrases” to get a moment to think
You DON’T have to speak right away. Use these phrases to take a moment to calm yourself down:
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“Let me think for a moment.”
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“Give me a moment, please.”
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“I need a moment to explain this clearly.”
It is OK to ask for a moment to think! Native speakers do it all the time. These phrases help you slow down and feel in control.
02
Calm your brain before speaking
When you feel nervous, try this:
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Breathe in for 3 seconds
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Breathe out for 4 seconds
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Say one short sentence first (see the tips below)
This calms your body and helps your brain find words again.
03
Prepare one short idea
Don’t try to say everything at once. You know the situation is complex, but confident communication requires a clear message.
Think: “What is the one thing I want to say?”
This makes your message clear and easier to say.
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Use a short “starter sentence”
These universal short phrases help you begin speaking even when you feel nervous.
Examples:
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“I’ll start with the main point.”
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“Here is my view on this.”
This will help you focus and take the first step to start speaking.
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If you want to go deeper...
7-Day Challenge Stay Calm, Speak Fast
If you want to start improving and finally overcome the fear of speaking, the 7-Day Challenge is a great first step.
You will learn
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simple and natural phrases when you need to share your opinion,
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understand the conversation better
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disagree politely in everyday HR conversations
What you can expect:
✔ one short email every day with a simple, practical task that you can do anytime during the day
✔ training of useful HR phrases, polite disagreement, and “rescue sentences” for moments when you freeze
✔ just 5 minutes a day. This is easy to manage even when you’re busy. Every day, you will train your brain that speaking is safe!
In 7 days, speaking English will feel less scary and more natural. You only need to take the first step once you are ready.
Hi, I’m Alena Konecna — communication trainer
and facilitator.
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
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2+ years of experience working with HR professionals, supporting them navigate 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
If you want to start speaking in English at work but you don't know how to overcome the stress and fear book a free 30 minutes call with me.
I am happy to discuss your needs and goals!