Have you ever wondered what your English teacher did before becoming a teacher?

In this special re-released episode from the Real English Conversations Podcast archives, Curtis Davies and former co-host Amy share the story of their entrepreneurial journey long before they began helping English learners around the world.

Before teaching English full-time, they owned and operated their own delivery business in Canada. Running a small business taught them valuable lessons in communication, customer service, problem-solving, leadership, and calculated risk-taking, skills that continue to shape how they teach English today.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, business professional, immigrant, or someone considering a career change, you'll discover that many of the communication skills needed for business success are the same as those needed to communicate confidently in English.

Although this episode originally aired in 2021, the lessons are just as relevant today.

🎯 In This Episode You'll Learn:

✅ How Curtis and Amy became entrepreneurs before becoming English teachers

✅ The realities of owning and operating a delivery business in Canada

✅ Why entrepreneurship teaches communication better than many classrooms

✅ Customer service lessons that improve your English communication

✅ How to place a delivery order over the phone like a Native speaker

✅ Why career changes can open unexpected opportunities

✅ The importance of adaptability and resilience

✅ Practical communication habits every professional can develop

💬 Memorable Quote

"Every career teaches you something valuable—and the skills you develop today may become the foundation for your next opportunity."

👤 About Curtis Davies

Curtis Davies is the founder of Real English Conversations and has helped English learners from more than 100 countries communicate naturally and confidently for over 12 years.

His podcast has surpassed 15 million downloads worldwide, helping immigrants, international professionals, and business English learners improve their fluency through authentic conversations with world-class guests and practical communication strategies.

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Have you ever felt nervous speaking English in meetings, presentations, or job interviews—even though you know what you want to say?

In this practical and inspiring episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis Davies sits down with executive communication coach, speaker, actor, and presentation expert Andrew Hurteau to explore what separates average communicators from truly memorable ones.

Drawing on more than 25 years of coaching business leaders, performers, and professionals around the world, including executives from Meta, Dolby, Gartner, The North Face, Kaiser Permanente, and many others, Andrew shares powerful strategies for becoming a more confident, authentic, and engaging communicator.

Whether English is your first language or your second, you'll discover why effective communication isn't about sounding perfect; it's about connecting with your audience, owning your message, and allowing your personality to shine through.

If you want to communicate with greater confidence at work, deliver stronger presentations, lead meetings more effectively, or simply become a more natural English speaker, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply immediately.

🎯 In This Episode You'll Learn:

✅ Why authenticity is more powerful than perfection

✅ How to overcome fear and anxiety when speaking English

✅ The biggest mistake professionals make during presentations

✅ Why storytelling creates stronger communication than memorized scripts

✅ Practical techniques to become a more engaging speaker

✅ How body language and vocal delivery influence your message

✅ Why confidence is a skill anyone can develop

✅ Communication habits that help professionals stand out in today's workplace

💬 Memorable Quote

"Your audience doesn't need perfection—they need you." — Andrew Hurteau

👤 About Andrew Hurteau

Andrew Hurteau is an executive communication coach, presentation specialist, speaker, actor, and associate of Butterfield Speaks. For more than 25 years, he has helped professionals, executives, and business leaders become more confident, authentic, and impactful communicators.

His clients include leaders and teams from organizations such as Meta, Dolby, Gartner, The North Face, Kaiser Permanente, Samsara, and many others. Andrew combines his background in professional theatre, storytelling, and executive coaching to help people communicate with clarity, confidence, and genuine human connection.

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🌐 Website https://www.butterfieldspeaks.com/

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Why do so many intelligent professionals still struggle with confidence—even when their English is already good?

In this inspiring episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis Davies sits down with TEDx speaker, comedian, communication coach, and entrepreneur Sam Ghanem to explore one of the biggest challenges facing international professionals today: believing in yourself when it matters most.

Sam shares her powerful journey from chasing external validation to discovering authentic confidence, explaining why confidence isn't about perfection—it's about presence, self-awareness, and showing up as your true self.

Whether you're preparing for job interviews, giving presentations, leading meetings, networking, or simply trying to express yourself more naturally in English, this conversation will help you develop the mindset and communication habits of truly confident professionals.

You'll also discover why your voice matters, how to overcome imposter syndrome, and why "the room gets better when you're in it."

🎯 In This Episode You'll Learn:

✅ Why high-achieving professionals still experience self-doubt

✅ The difference between confidence and authenticity

✅ How to overcome imposter syndrome and negative self-talk

✅ Why perfection is hurting your communication

✅ How to become a more natural public speaker

✅ The mindset shift that transforms networking

✅ Practical strategies to improve confidence in English conversations

✅ Why your presence matters more than perfect English

💬 Memorable Quote

"The room gets better when you're in it. Your only job is to show up and take up space." — Sam Ghanem

👤 About Sam Ghanem

Sam Ghanem is a TEDx speaker, comedian, communication coach, entrepreneur, and keynote speaker who helps professionals communicate with authenticity, confidence, and impact.

Combining years of experience in public speaking, business leadership, comedy, and personal development, Sam teaches people how to overcome self-doubt, become better communicators, and build genuine confidence that lasts.

🔗 Connect with Sam Ghanem

Watch Sam Ghanem's TEDx Talk: It's Contagious | The Way You Treat Yourself Spreads Here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVSfKUcWFe8

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Do you feel embarrassed by your English accent?

Many English learners believe they must sound like a native speaker before they can succeed professionally. But is that really true?

In this special re-release from the Real English Conversations archives, Curtis Davies and former co-host Amy Whitney explore one of the biggest misconceptions in English learning: that eliminating your accent is the key to confidence.

You'll discover why clear communication is far more important than sounding native, how confidence and pronunciation work together, and practical strategies to become easier to understand without losing your identity.

Whether you're preparing for meetings, presentations, job interviews, or everyday conversations, this episode will help you focus on the communication skills that truly matter.

In this episode you'll learn:

✅ Why sounding like a native speaker isn't the real goal

✅ The connection between confidence and pronunciation

✅ When your accent actually needs improvement—and when it doesn't

✅ Why your accent is part of your identity

✅ Curtis' STIR framework for improving pronunciation naturally

✅ How tone, rhythm and intonation make your English sound more natural

✅ Practical ways to become easier to understand at work and in everyday conversations

About Real English Conversations

The Real English Conversations Podcast helps intermediate and advanced English learners communicate clearly, confidently, and naturally in professional and everyday situations.

Hosted by English Confidence Coach Curtis Davies, each episode provides practical communication strategies, expert interviews, and real-world English to help you succeed in international careers and English-speaking environments.

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What does it really take to become a great teacher, and what can English learners learn from the classroom?

In this inspiring episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis Davies sits down with long-time friend Mike Foster, a Canadian high school Physical & Health Education teacher from British Columbia.

Mike's journey wasn't straightforward. After graduating with degrees in Kinesiology and Education, A strike and government negotiations delayed his teaching opportunities, forcing him to gain experience in unexpected places, from lifeguarding and outdoor education to coaching young people with autism, before finally becoming the teacher he had always dreamed of being.

Together, Curtis and Mike explore confidence, perseverance, resilience, learning styles, neurodiversity, motivation, and why some of life's biggest setbacks often become our greatest opportunities.

Whether you're learning English, changing careers, or simply trying to become more confident, this episode will remind you that success isn't about taking the perfect path—it's about continuing to move forward.

In this episode, you'll learn:

✅ Why perseverance often matters more than talent

✅ How setbacks prepare us for future success

✅ What teaching students with autism taught Mike about empathy and communication

✅ Why teenagers today struggle with confidence more than previous generations

✅ The hidden impact of smartphones and social media on learning

✅ The biggest mistake almost every learner makes

✅ How successful learners develop resilience

✅ Why it's okay to change careers—and why happiness should define success

Key Takeaways

• Confidence grows through experience—not perfection.

• Every setback can become valuable preparation for the future.

• Great teachers first build trust before they teach.

• Every learner is different, and understanding how you learn changes everything.

• Don't quit on a bad day.

• Success isn't measured by money—it's measured by purpose and happiness.

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In this latest episode of The Real English Conversations podcast, Curtis welcomes special guest James Murgatroyd from Holler Digital, reminiscing about their high school days and James's recent trip to London to see his favorite band, Galliano. James shares his experience of walking around London, enjoying classic British foods, and doing radio shows together. The conversation turns to their shared passion for music and DJing, with a look back at their high school DJ sessions and radio show takeovers. Overall, the conversation highlights the enduring love for music and the evolution of technology in DJing and music consumption. Tune in for engaging discussions and valuable lessons for real-world English use! Connect With James Murgatroyd Here: https://hollerdigital.com/ 🎙️ Connect with Teacher Curtis & Real English Conversations

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What does it mean to truly find your voice?

In this powerful and inspiring episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis sits down with his longtime high school friend Lance Cardinal, an internationally recognized Indigenous artist, television host, entrepreneur, actor, comedian, cultural ambassador, and member of the Bigstone Cree Nation.

For English learners, language is about much more than grammar and vocabulary. It's about identity, confidence, self-expression, and connecting with the world around you.

Lance shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Calling Lake, Alberta, to becoming one of Canada's most recognized Indigenous artists and cultural educators. Together, Curtis and Lance explore confidence, creativity, language learning, Indigenous culture, reconciliation, storytelling, and the importance of embracing who you are.

Whether you're learning English, building confidence, pursuing a dream, or simply looking for inspiration, this conversation will leave you with a new perspective on finding your voice and sharing it with the world.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

✅ Why confidence comes from embracing who you are

✅ How creativity can help you overcome self-doubt

✅ The connection between language, identity, and culture

✅ Why preserving Indigenous languages matters

✅ What learning Cree taught Lance about communication

✅ The story behind the Edmonton Oilers Indigenous Turtle Island logo

✅ How Indigenous art helps create understanding and reconciliation

✅ The mindset habits that helped Lance overcome adversity

✅ Why celebrating your small wins builds long-term confidence

✅ Practical advice for English learners who are afraid to speak

Memorable Topics From This Conversation 🎨 Creativity Builds Confidence

Lance explains how creativity helped him overcome insecurity and find his place in the world. He shares why confidence isn't something you're born with—it's something you build through action, self-reflection, and celebrating your progress.

🪶 Preserving Indigenous Languages

Lance discusses his journey learning Cree as an adult, why many Indigenous languages are at risk of disappearing, and why preserving language means preserving culture, identity, and history.

🏒 The Edmonton Oilers Indigenous Logo

Learn the fascinating story behind Lance's iconic Turtle Island logo created for the Edmonton Oilers Indigenous Celebration Night and what it represents for Indigenous communities across Canada.

🌎 The Guinness World Record Solar Panel Mural

Lance shares the story behind "The Land We Share," the Guinness World Record-winning solar panel mural in downtown Edmonton that brings together Indigenous and Chinese cultural symbolism through art.

🤝 Reconciliation Through Understanding

Lance offers a thoughtful perspective on reconciliation, cultural understanding, and how Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities can move forward together through learning, healing, and meaningful conversations.

🗣️ A Message for English Learners

One of the most powerful messages in this episode is that your voice matters—even if your English isn't perfect. Communication is about connection, not perfection.

Connect with Lance Cardinal

🌐 Website https://www.soulflamecreativeservices.com

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📺 Indigenous Art Adventures Available on APTN and online platforms

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Do you ever freeze when speaking English?

Maybe you know exactly what you want to say, but the words won't come out. Maybe you overthink every sentence, worry about making mistakes, or feel nervous speaking in meetings, presentations, or everyday conversations.

In this inspiring episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis Davies sits down with Edit B. Kiss—holistic mentor, trauma healing specialist, international speaker, best-selling author, and former petroleum engineer—to explore the deeper reasons why confidence can disappear when we need it most.

Edit shares her incredible journey from working as a petroleum engineer around the world to becoming a successful holistic therapist and mindset coach in London, helping hundreds of people overcome anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and self-limiting beliefs.

Together, they discuss the surprising connection between confidence, communication, unresolved emotional experiences, and language learning.

Whether you're learning English, building your career, or simply trying to express yourself more confidently, this episode will give you powerful insights and practical strategies you can start using immediately.

🔑 In This Episode You'll Learn:

✅ Why confidence is often an emotional issue—not a language issue

✅ The hidden reasons people freeze during conversations and presentations

✅ How childhood experiences can affect communication skills later in life

✅ Why practice alone isn't always enough to build speaking confidence

✅ How Edit overcame her fear of public speaking and improvisation

✅ The importance of discovering your "why" when learning English

✅ Why immersion and real-world communication accelerate fluency

✅ How to stop overthinking and start speaking more naturally

✅ Practical confidence-building techniques for English learners

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📖 Books by Edit B. Kiss

Stop Panic Now https://a.co/d/05jxw4RH

The Healer's Journey https://www.amazon.co.uk/Healers-Journey-Coaching-Book-Seekers

The Gap Filler Success Book https://a.co/d/bkJWUTL

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Do confident professionals communicate differently?

The answer is yes — and the good news is that confidence isn't something you're born with. It's something you build.

In this episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis sits down with communication expert, voice actor, broadcaster, speaker, and author David Tyler, creator of the book Connect: A Field Guide for Master Communicators.

With more than 40 years of experience helping people communicate effectively, David shares the 10 communication habits of confident communicators and explains how anyone can develop them — including English learners, business professionals, managers, entrepreneurs, and leaders.

If you've ever struggled with speaking confidently in meetings, presentations, interviews, networking events, or everyday conversations, this episode will give you practical tools you can start using immediately.

You'll also learn why connection is more important than perfection, how to make people feel heard and valued, and why the world's best communicators focus on serving their audience instead of impressing them.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

✅ The 10 communication habits confident communicators use every day

✅ Why listening is often more powerful than speaking

✅ How asking better questions creates stronger connections

✅ Why silence is one of the most underrated communication tools

✅ How to overcome the fear of making mistakes

✅ Why confidence is built through practice, not talent

✅ The importance of making others feel seen, heard, and understood

✅ David's "Seven Colors of the Voice" framework for becoming a more engaging speaker

✅ How communication skills can improve your career, relationships, and personal growth

Key Takeaway

"Most people think confidence is something you are born with or find. In reality, confidence is something you create — one conversation at a time." — David Tyler

Whether you're learning English, building your career, leading a team, or simply wanting to communicate more effectively, these habits can help you become a more confident and impactful communicator.

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📖 Connect: A Field Guide for Master Communicators https://www.amazon.com/Connect-Field-Guide-Master-Communicators/dp/B0DNRSP2BV

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🌐 David Tyler Website https://davidtyler.com

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📄 The Speaker's Playbook (47 Communication Tips) https://buymeacoffee.com/davidtyler

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Do you ever feel like you're capable of more, but something is holding you back?

Many English learners struggle with confidence. They know more English than they think they do, but fear, self-doubt, overthinking, and the fear of making mistakes stop them from speaking naturally and expressing themselves fully.

In this inspiring episode of the Real English Conversations Podcast, Curtis sits down with educator, TEDx speaker, author, professional speaker, engineer, and corporate executive John Kundly to discuss confidence, communication, personal growth, purpose, and how to move forward even when you don't feel ready.

John shares his remarkable journey from a small town in Ohio to becoming a successful corporate executive, TEDx speaker, and author—including a period when he was homeless and living in his car after moving to Los Angeles.

Together, Curtis and John explore why confidence isn't something you wait for—it's something you build through action.

If you've ever struggled with speaking English confidently, experienced imposter syndrome, felt stuck in your career, or wondered how to create better opportunities for yourself, this conversation is packed with practical insights and inspiration.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

✅ Why action comes before confidence

✅ How English learners can overcome fear when speaking

✅ Why confidence and fluency are not the same thing

✅ The "Evidence & Exposure" formula for building confidence

✅ How to overcome self-doubt and imposter syndrome

✅ Why successful people still struggle with confidence

✅ How setbacks and detours can become life-changing opportunities

✅ The difference between goals and purpose

✅ Communication skills that separate average professionals from exceptional professionals

✅ How to build a strong professional network and find mentors

✅ Why comparison destroys confidence and what to focus on instead

✅ Practical advice for English learners who want to create better opportunities in life and work

💡 Memorable Quote From John

"Don't wait until you feel ready to use your voice. Use your voice to get ready."

🎙️ Connect with John Kundly

🌐 Website https://reachwithjohn.com

📖 Book: Within Reach https://withinreachbook.net

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💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnkundly/

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💬 Want to improve your English for professional success?

Work directly with Curtis through personalized coaching designed to help you communicate clearly, confidently, and naturally in real-world professional situations.

👉 Book your Trial Session https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/

🔥 Join the 90-Day English Challenge (50% OFF with code: 90DAY50) https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/our-courses/90-day-next-level-english/

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