EMMA D.
Lektorka, metodička a zakladatelka konceptu We speak
Emma se zaměřuje na metody a techniky v rámci individuálních přístupů k výuce jazyka.
Zabývá se ovlivňujícími faktory kognitivních mechanizmů a poskytuje praktické poradenství na základě poznatků z psychologie a neurověd. Na nedávno spuštěném blogu Jak se naučit anglicky je proměňuje na praktické metody, návody a tipy. Často se totiž jedná o bloky s nabýváním jazyka ne zcela přímo souvisejícími.
V této oblasti poskytuje klientům We speak odborné konzultace nazvané E-M.M.M. (English-motivace.metody.mentální bloky).
Vystudovala Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University a žila 5 let v Austrálii (Melbourne a Sydney) a 2 roky v USA (Maryland a Virginia). Dále je certifikována Cambridge CELTA pro výuku dospělých. Akademické znalosti pak dále získala v oblasti vizuální komunikace na britské University of Hertfordshire, UK. V současné době žije střídavě v ČR a v zimě "migruje do jižních zemí".
Ve svém volném čase se Emma zajímá o design a filozofii, má ráda dobrodružné průzkumy, prostřednictvím nichž stimuluje dopamin - ať už výpravami do neznámých, stimuly obohacených míst - či vhledy a pozorováním svých nevědomých myšlenkových pochodů.
Emma se též aktivně zajímá o každého ze svých klientů, neboť se prostřednictvím každého člověka učí, nejen skrze jiná profesionální - ve většině případů fascinující - zaměření, ale i skrze osobní postoje a názory, které jsou mnohdy skutečně nečekané. Každá lekce je tak dobrodružná pouť do mysli lidí.
— Ing. Radek Mátl, General Director, ŘSD
"As a General Director in the transportation and road construction industry, effective communication in English is essential for my role, especially when communicating with international partners. Emma’s customised lessons have been instrumental in helping me enhance my English, particularly for conferences and technical presentations. She took the time to understand the technical language and challenges unique to my field, whether it’s industry-specific terminology or preparing for a conference, adapting her lessons to ensure I could immediately apply what I learned to real-world scenarios. I recommend Emma to any professional looking to master business English in a way that is personalised, practical, and results-driven."
- Mgr. Kristýna Jirátová, PhD., Art Curator
"Conversation lessons with Emma gave me much more than I expected. In my profession, I need to communicate in English within the field of fine arts, and Emma has an incredible ability to discuss exactly what you need with great enthusiasm and depth."
— Tomáš Holan, Commercial Director, Jokey
"In my role leading commercial operations at Jokey, a global company specializing in plastic packaging, effective English communication for high-level interactions with international clients and partners is crucial. A key strength of Emma's teaching is her approach of letting me set the direction, topics, and pace of our lessons. Rather than imposing information and grammar rules, she proposed solutions and guided me through what I needed to address. This way, she fostered discussions that allowed me to reach my goals quickly and in an engaging manner. "
- PhDr. Grazina Kokesova Kleinova, Clinical Psychologist, Family Therapist
"Emma, my teacher from WeSpeak, helped me achieve a professional level of expertise in English not only through language instruction but also by emphasizing other important aspects of public speaking. She was able to both support me and point out areas for improvement."
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Clients
Emma primarily works with VIP clients, including general directors, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, and individuals in high-profile roles. She understands the unique demands of their professions and offers a personalized, flexible approach to ensure that their language learning experience is efficient and tailored to their specific needs.
Her clients come from diverse industries, such as engineering, health care, psychology, business etc, and she adapts her methods to align with the specific professional and personal interests of each individual. By focusing on their strengths and preferences, Emma helps her clients achieve fluency and confidence in the English language through a process that feels natural and engaging.
Whether it’s enhancing business communication, preparing for international conferences, or refining presentation skills, Emma provides a discreet and bespoke learning experience that integrates seamlessly into her clients' demanding schedules.
Experience in other fields
With over 17 years of experience, Emma has worked across various industries, including leadership positions in corporate marketing at CBRE and communications at HBO+EMTB Architects Asia-Pacific in Sydney and Melbourne.
Emma’s career in business communication has equipped her with understanding of the challenges faced by executives and professionals. She has experience handling high-stakes presentations, drafting press releases, and representing companies at international trade fairs and conferences. This diverse background allows her to tailor English lessons specifically for VIP clients, focusing on their unique language needs and helping them enhance their communication skills in high-pressure, professional environments.
Education
Emma is Cambridge CELTA certified for teaching adults.
She also holds a Master’s degree in Design and Visual Communications from the University of Hertfordshire, UK, and a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Design from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia. She has also completed a Diploma of Arts in Graphic Design and Advertising from CATC Design School, along with fine arts and design courses at Northern Virginia Community College. In addition, she studied Marketing and Management at the Private College of Economic Studies, building a strong foundation in both creative and business fields.
