🎙️ S07E13 — Build Real Speaking Confidence with Helen von Dadelszen | TEFL Tips, Communication Skills & Classroom CourageIn this episode of How to English: Teach & Learn with Gav & Em, we welcome communication coach, vocal trainer, and author Helen von Dadelszen, who shares practical, science‑backed strategies for speaking with confidence — whether you’re a teacher, learner, or anyone who wants to communicate more clearly. Helen breaks down the myth of “I’ll speak when I feel confident” and shows how confidence is built through action, not something you wait for. You’ll learn how to manage nerves, slow your breathing, shift your focus, and create a classroom environment where students feel brave enough to speak. Perfect for TEFL teachers, English learners, public speakers, and anyone who wants to feel calmer, clearer, and more courageous. Support the show: ko-fi.com/howtoenglishpod
Timestamps
00:00 Meet Helen: Why Confidence Isn't What You Think
02:01 The Biggest Myth About Confidence
05:11 3 Simple Ways to Calm Your Nerves
07:25 What Helen's Advice Changed for Us
10:03 Why You Should Act Before You Feel Ready
11:53 The Breathing Trick That Actually Helps
14:02 Why Speaking Slower Makes You Sound More Confident
16:23 Stop Thinking About Yourself
19:47 How Great Teachers Build Student Confidence
24:43 How English Learners Became More Confident
26:52 Why English-Only Lessons Really Work
27:35 Final Thoughts & Thanks for Listening