My English Matters

Episodes

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  203. 5 Speaking Habits That Make You Sound Less Confident 28.07.2026 38m

  Do you sometimes sound less confident than you actually are? It may not be your English -- it could be your speaking habits. Join us as we uncover five common habits that quietly affect your confidence and learn simple ways to sound clearer, more natural, and more confident in conversations.---Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  202. What to Focus On If You Want to Speak English More Confidently This Year 20.07.2026 43m

  You’ve been learning English for years, but are you focusing on the right things?In this live session, Amnah and Madam Azimah share the five areas that matter most if you want to speak English more confidently. You'll walk away with practical tips to help you become a more fluent and confident English speaker!---Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  201. How to Build an English-Speaking Habit Even with a Busy Schedule 13.07.2026 53m

  Finding the time to do something that's important but not urgent (like learning English) often gets pushed to the back burner. There are always other things that need our attention:Work. Family. Daily responsibilities.But the truth is, it's not about finding time. It's about making the time. In this session, Amnah shares practical ways to make learning and speaking English a habit -- even with a busy schedule.---Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  200. You're Not Bad at English — Here's What's Really Happening 03.07.2026 38m

  Have you ever thought…"I'm just not good at English.""Everyone else seems more fluent than me.""I know what I want to say... but the words just don't come out."You may think that struggling to speak means that your English is "bad".In this session, Amnah will show you what's really happening -- and it's usually not because you have "bad" English.---Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  199. How to Keep Talking When You Don't Know the Exact Word 28.06.2026 48m

  We often get this question from our students:"What should I do when I don't know the exact word in English?"In this session, Amnah will share a simple framework you can use whenever this happens.---To learn even more with us, make sure to sign up to our FREE course, Speaking with Confidence. Go to myenglishmatters.com/subscribe to sign up!
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  198. The Hidden Habit That Makes You Hesitate When Speaking English 12.06.2026 49m

  Do you ever know what you want to say in English but hesitate before speaking?Many learners think they need more vocabulary or better grammar.But sometimes, the real problem is actually a hidden habit you may not realise you have.In this live session, Amnah will share 5 ways this habit can hold you back when speaking English.Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  197. How to Actually Become a Confident English Speaker 04.05.2026 56m

  You understand English.You know the words.But when it’s time to speak… you hesitate.In this live session, we’ll break down what it actually takes to become a confident English speaker.---Want to learn even more with us? Communicate with Confidence, our best-selling online training programme, is now open for registration.Only 50 seats are available for the 2026 intake. Join us now at https://myenglishmatters.com/cwc.
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  196. “I Know What to Say… But I Can’t Say It” — Let’s Fix That 23.04.2026 49m

  You know what you want to say in English…but when it’s your turn, the words just don’t come out.In this episode of the My English Matters podcast, we'll help you fix that.___To learn more with us, register for our FREE live masterclass called Speak English with Confidence: 3 Simple Techniques to Sound Fluent and Clear at https://myenglishmatters.com/masterclassSee you there!
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  195. From Short Answers to Engaging Conversations 16.04.2026 56m

  Most people can learn English words, but still struggle when they have to actually talk.This is because speaking English is more than just about knowing the words. It’s also about knowing how to keep a conversation going.In this live session, we’ll show you how to move from short, basic answers to confident, engaging conversations.---To learn more with us, register for our FREE live masterclass called Speak English with Confidence: 3 Simple Techniques to Sound Fluent and Clear at https://myenglishmatters.com/masterclass/.See you there!
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  194. You Don’t Need More Vocabulary... Here’s What You Actually Need 09.04.2026 37m

  You don’t actually need more vocabulary to sound confident in English.Most learners already know enough words… but still struggle to express themselves clearly.So what’s missing?Join this live session to discover what you really need to speak with confidence, especially in conversations that matter!---Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  193. Why You Know English… But Still Can’t Speak Confidently 03.04.2026 48m

  You understand English.You know the words.But when it’s time to speak… you hesitate.In this live session, we’ll break down why this happens and what you can start doing differently so speaking feels more natural and less stressful.---Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  192. You Don’t Need to Be Extroverted to Speak English With Confidence 19.03.2026 13m

  In this episode of the My English Matters podcast, Aida shows that you don’t need to be extroverted or the loudest to speak English with confidence. Aida shows how quiet, thoughtful learners can shine by speaking authentically, using pauses, and focusing on meaningful connection. Listen to the full episode for personal stories and strategies to make your English flow naturally.Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  191. Phrasal Verbs: The Secret to Sounding Natural in English 11.03.2026 23m

  Phrasal verbs are everywhere in English, but they can be difficult to remember. In this episode, Aisya breaks down how they work and shares simple strategies to learn them more naturally. There's also a short quiz at the end for you to test yourself!Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  190. The Art of Real Talk: Moving Past Small Talk to Deeper Connections 23.02.2026 20m

  Tired of small talk that goes nowhere?In this episode, Aisya breaks down why most conversations feel flat and shares five key elements that can turn polite chit-chat into real, meaningful connections that leave you feeling seen and energised instead of bored and drained.Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.myenglishmatters.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
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  189. 3 Grammar Mistakes That Silently Destroy Your Confidence (and How to Fix Them Properly) 30.01.2026 36m

  Some grammar mistakes quietly affect confidence and the way you speak at work. They can make you hesitate, second-guess yourself, or hold back even when you know what you want to say.In this live session, Madam Azimah goes through three common grammar mistakes many English speakers make at work and shows you how to fix them properly, so they’re less likely to come up when you’re under pressure.At the end of the session, she’ll also share more about My English Matters Academy, a monthly programme with live classes, speaking practice, and practical resources designed for busy professionals who want to use English more confidently at work.
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  188. A Practical System to Improve Your Fluency (Through Short, Consistent Daily Practice) 22.01.2026 44m

  Most English learners understand English well — but speaking still feels difficult.In this live session, we break down a practical system to improve your English fluency through short, consistent daily practice, even if you have a busy schedule.---Have you signed up for this Saturday's masterclass, Your Path to English Fluency? If one of your goals for 2026 is to speak and write in English with fluency and confidence, this masterclass is the place to be.We'll walk you through the levels of English so you can finally understand where you are now and how to get to the level you want to be. Here's the link to save your seat
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  187. From Small Talk to Smart Talk: How to Build and Sustain Conversations 17.01.2026 41m

  If you’ve ever felt awkward or unsure during small talk, you’re not alone.In this session, we’ll explore why small talk is essential for connection, common challenges faced by Malaysians and second-language speakers, and simple, practical tips to help you move from small talk to more confident, meaningful conversations.To learn even more with us, make sure to sign up to our FREE course, Speaking with Confidence. Go to myenglishmatters.com/subscribe to sign up!
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  186. Sound Smarter When You Speak: Phrases and Structures for Clear, Professional Expression 10.01.2026 59m

  In this live session, you’ll learn how to sound clearer and more professional when you speak English.We’ll share simple tips and useful phrases you can use in meetings, discussions, and everyday work conversations.To learn even more with us, make sure to sign up to our FREE course, Speaking with Confidence. Go to myenglishmatters.com/subscribe to sign up!
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  185. Start Speaking Without Hesitation: Techniques to Reduce Pauses and Self-Doubt 19.12.2025 49m

  If you often hesitate, pause too long, or doubt yourself while speaking English, this session is for you.You’ll learn simple, practical techniques to reduce hesitation, manage pauses confidently, and speak more smoothly in real-time conversations.To learn even more with us, make sure to sign up to our FREE course, Speaking with Confidence. Go to myenglishmatters.com/subscribe to sign up!
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  185. How to Express Your Ideas in Simple, Natural English 12.12.2025 42m

  Join Amnah as she shares five ways to express your ideas in simple, natural English!To learn even more with us, make sure to sign up to our FREE course, Speaking with Confidence. Go to myenglishmatters.com/subscribe to sign up!