A short text review, a focused question, or advice on your English study plan.
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Book a session.
Choose a length, pick a time, and tell us what you are working on. Every session is one-to-one with an experienced coach online.
One session. One focus. One next step.
We do not try to fix everything at once. We find the first thing blocking your communication, work on it together, and show you how to improve the next version.
Session lengths
Pick the time you need.
We recommend 45 minutes — feedback suggests 30 can be a little short for presentation and research support.
Most writing and presentation support — enough time to go deep without feeling rushed.
Book a sessionNot sure what to book?
Choose a 45-minute session and tell us what you are working on. We will diagnose the request and choose the right track with you.
What to prepare
Bring what you are working on.
- iYour draft, slides, or poster — whatever you would like to work on.
- iiA short note on your goal for the session.
- iiiSend your file at least 24 hours before the session when possible — especially papers, posters, and slides. This helps the coach prepare and gives you more useful feedback.
Cancellation & rescheduling
Plans change — that is fine.
You can reschedule or cancel from the confirmation email at any time.
Please give at least 24 hours' notice where you can, so the time can go to another researcher who needs it.
The coaches
Experienced English communication coaches who edit with care, rehearse with patience, and explain the why — not only the what.
Steve Daly
CoachBring me your draft, your slides, or just the idea you are trying to get across — we will work through it together until it sounds like you, in clear English.
Canadian · 32 years in Japan Book a sessionArnold Baruch
CoachWhether it is a paper, a presentation, or a conference conversation, I will help you say what you mean — clearly, naturally, and with confidence.
American · 20 years in Japan Book a session