Elevate Your English and Accelerate Your Career

Can storytelling help you become a more influential leader? Absolutely. In this episode of Elevate Your English and Accelerate Your Career, host Janine O'Shea sits down with Dave Ward, founder of WellCrafted Story, to explore why storytelling is one of the most valuable communication skills in today's business world. The idea for this episode came from one of Janine's executive coaching clients, w...

Welcome to the first episode of my new series, How I Got Here: Career Stories from Non-Native Professionals. In this series, host Janine O'Shea sits down with successful professionals who have built careers in the United States while navigating the challenges of working while using a second language and adapting to a new culture. Each month, she plans to feature one of her former clients to share...

Episode 16: Don’t Bury the Lead – How Concise Communication Accelerates Your Career (Part 2) Speaking concisely isn’t just an English skill—it’s a leadership skill. In this episode of Elevate Your English and Accelerate Your Career, host Janine O’Shea continues the conversation on why clear, focused communication is essential for success in U.S. tech and business. This is Part 2 of our deep dive i...

  In today’s fast-paced U.S. workplace, saying more with less isn’t just a communication skill—it’s a career accelerator. In this episode of Elevate Your English and Accelerate Your Career, host Janine O’Shea is joined by ESL educator Debbie Garza to explore how non-native managers and professionals can speak and write more precisely and confidently at work. Together, they focus on two essential s...

Artificial Intelligence is transforming how companies hire — from resume screening to live interviews. But what does this mean for “you”, especially if English isn’t your first language? In this episode of *Elevate Your English and Accelerate Your Career*, host Janine O’Shea talks with executive recruiter Boyd Schorzman about how AI is reshaping the interview process and what global professionals...

Looking to land a tech job in the U.S. as a non-native English speaker? You’re not alone — and the job search has changed fast thanks to AI. In this episode, we talk with an executive recruiter Boyd Schorzman, who shares expert advice on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the U.S. hiring process, especially for tech roles. We cover: How AI and applicant tracking systems (ATS) review your res...

Managing conflict isn’t easy—especially when you're leading a multicultural or international team. In this episode, Janine is joined again by leadership expert Mary Huycke to explore practical, culturally aware tools for resolving workplace conflict. Learn how culture impacts communication, why conflict styles vary, and how to navigate disagreement professionally—even if English isn’t your first l...

Leadership Skills – Part 1 Why do teams resist change? In this episode, Janine speaks with leadership expert Mary Huycke to explore four common reasons people resist change—and how leaders can respond effectively. Whether you're a non-native English speaker, international manager, or working in a cross-cultural team, you'll learn practical change management strategies, communication tips, and insi...

  In Part 2 of our deep dive into the Color Vowel® pronunciation methodology, we explore the second key component: stress — how it shapes the rhythm of spoken English and why it's essential for clear, confident communication. We also take a closer look at Blue Canoe, the groundbreaking app that uses AI technology to analyze your speech and give real-time, personalized feedback based on the Color V...

Welcome to Colorful Voices, the podcast that celebrates the rich tapestry of accents —because your accent is not a problem, it’s part of your story. Hosted by experts in language and pronunciation, this show explores how we can embrace our unique voices while unlocking clearer, more confident communication through the Color Vowel® Approach. You'll learn how the innovative Color Vowel® methodology...

Discover how your accent is a cultural fingerprint—an expression of where you come from and who you are. Your accent makes you memorable. We'll talk about the value of accents, but also share some key areas to focus on that can irritate native speakers. We'll also offer a step-by-step exercise that you can do on your own that will help you refine your accent, if you choose to do so. The focus shou...

In this follow-up episode of Speak Up & Blend In, we dive deeper into the subtle skills that make or break your success in U.S. business meetings—especially in fast-paced tech environments. If you’ve ever wondered how to express your opinion clearly without sounding pushy, or how to challenge an idea without creating tension, this episode is for you. You’ll learn: How to be assertive, not aggr...

Meetings in the U.S. are more than just bullet points and agendas—they’re also where small talk and subtle communication shape how you're perceived. In this episode, we explore how to strike the right balance between casual conversation and the subtle art of workplace conversation. You'll learn how to break the ice before a meeting starts. Listen to real-life scenarios, expert insights, and tips t...

Speaking the language is just the beginning. In this episode, we explore why true success in multicultural workplaces, global travel, and everyday life requires more than just English proficiency—it demands cultural fluency. Learn how to read between the lines, navigate unspoken norms, and avoid common cultural missteps. Featuring real-world examples and expert insights, this episode will help you...

Speaking the language is just the beginning. In this episode, we explore why true success in multicultural workplaces, global travel, and everyday life requires more than just English proficiency—it demands cultural fluency. Learn how to read between the lines, navigate unspoken norms, and avoid common cultural missteps. Featuring real-world examples and expert insights, this episode will help you...

Are you ready to level up your job search? In this enlightening episode, Tech Communications Coach, Janine O’Shea, chats with Boyd Schorzman, founding partner of Schorzman & Associates, a top executive recruiting firm. Boyd will spill the secrets on how to build a resume and cover letter that actually gets results. We’re talking real, actionable tips: the perfect resume length, what font size...

Ever wondered what it really takes to get hired in the tech field or at Amazon? In this episode, Tech Communications Coach, Janine O’Shea, chats with a Senior Data Scientist who’s been through the process—and lived to tell the tale. Together, they’ll break down the interview structure in the tech industry, share what it takes to make it to the next step and dive deep into the mysterious “bar raise...

Join me for the Intro of my Podcast aimed at Tech Professionals " Elevate Your English and Accelerate Your Career". Tech executives, managers, and professionals can get tips to navigate the finer nuances of English communication and U.S. culture in the workplace.    Music by https://www.bensound.com/ Unbreakable Resolve by Lunar Years  License code: I75W4QFXYYNN4H8Z