Jill Diamond of www.byjilldiamond.com is a seasoned communication coach and accent training specialist. With more than 20 years of experience, a background in the performance arts and a keen interest in people, Jill helps professionals Write it, Show it and Voice it with precision, passion and impact. Jill uses this channel to share her Principles of Effective Communication for executives in key speaking roles. She also offers her American accent training tips for professionals with English as a second language to help executives compete in the English-speaking marketplace. Remember to contact Jill at info@byjilldiamond.com for more information about a coaching program that is right for you.
Dear Jill, thank for your advice! I did practice one of your advice in the past to pronounce 'th' better. And it worked, helped me so much. I did practice focus on vowel like you taught, and it worked... More and more I really appreciate your help! May you have a wonderful journeys!
WOW! This is fantastic news. How long did you work on the /th/ sound? That's not easy to achieve. I'm so glad it worked. And the vowels! Congratulations on your hard work!
Thank you very much for this outstanding alphabet video! You gave us more details on pronouncing the vowels correctly. May I ask you when saying letter l, do you use dark /l/ to say it? because there is a vowel /ɛl/ before the /l/, some teachers say the light /l/ is fine to pronounce letter L, as a professional English teacher, which one is correct and sound natural? Thank you very much and I wish you lots of luck.
Here is a great resource for you that should help www.colorvowel.com/interactive-chart. You can listen to the sounds and learn the vowels super easily here. Let me know if it helps.
Please, film more follow-along practices like this one! It’s very helpful to hear you and repeat along, instead of trying to figure it out on my own. 😅
Yes. Obama is a good example of a person who can organize thinking and manage the delivery of messages chunk-by-chunk so that they are easy to follow and understand.
Most of people do not know how to convey their thoughts, let alone speak other languages. Learning how to express emotions and thoughts is supposed to come previously... Good point to be discussed. 😉
I was just thinking of you yesterday. Thanks for the comment, my friend. It's soooo true that these kinds of skills cross over to native languages too and that so many people never learn the basics. Why do you think that is?
@@JillDiamond Learning English is absolutely similar to learning music. In both cases there is a specific difficulty: the students have to connect THINKING and FEELING. As a psychologist, I would say that because they suffer from neurosis, they have difficulty getting in touch with their AFFECTION. All NEUROTIC people try to avoid and defend themselves against AFFECTION. Speaking English depends on intonation or inflection. In order to speak, it is necessary to feel. That's because people are sick, they cannot speak properly...
@@fscpsicologiaclinica Deep stuff, my friend. I understand the connection between risk-taking (using intonation and emotion in speech) and unexplored psychology. It is true that sometimes i feel like a therapist. Although I am not certified as such, I have an intuitive sense for guiding people through the deeper sides of themselves without getting into the "sickness" part. I do love watching people become their full selves in English.
Thanks! Jilli for pointing out these important traits for reinforcing the power of our communication. The attitude to talk with others is unique for each of us, and adopting the proper way of doing it, being authentic, prints a nuance that differentiates us from others. Regards!
I love your wording: "the attitude to talk with others is unique for each of us." That couldn't be more true. What do you think is one of your unique traits, Guillermo and how can you build on that?
This is such great news. Discipline, continuity, passion...all of those things get us far and I'm so glad that you enjoy The Diamond Method and this channel to advance your speaking skills, my friend!
One of my favorite books goes back a few decades but it is always at the top of every leaders book list today: The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People by Franklin Covey: www.franklincovey.com/the-7-habits/. Check it out and let me know what you think.
Any idea that we want to convey has to be merged with affection. Anything that we speak from the bottom of our hearts will sound true and persuading but not a mere imposition.
wow you are a great teacher! I wish I could be trained by coach like you as I am trying to be confident and fluent in english. May God bless you for your patience and devotion.
Hi Jil, Thanks for the great vide, Highlighting relaxation techniques like deep breathing and mindfulness is so helpful for reducing anxiety and improving public speaking. Your tips will definitely resonate with anyone aiming to enhance their delivery.
Hi, i am for a UK bases company remotely from Pakistan. I love American accent too. They way you teach is superb to learn how to speak like a native. However, i am much more interested in business english. Could you please suggest some links on this ?
Here you go my friend www.byjilldiamond.com/. And if you email me after my vacation (starting August 13), we can set up a time to talk about your goals info@byjilldiamond.com
