How to Be Confident in English - The Secrets of International Communication Success
Confident English Course
Build confidence, revolutionize people skills, and speak with impact in global business situations
You already have the English capacity you need. You have a decent English vocabulary, can read adequately and frequently study English to get better. Yet when it comes to international business meetings and presentations, you suddenly freeze. Ever experience something like that? This is because you have the ability but lack the confidence to speak English. Perhaps you are trying to speak “perfect” English and fear embarrassing yourself. We will help you remove such barriers that prevent you from communicating in English with confidence.
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Why do capable Japanese professionals stay silent in international meetings?
You already have the vocabulary.
You can read well enough.
You may even have a TOEIC score of 600+ and keep studying.
Yet when it comes to international business meetings and presentations, you freeze.
The problem is not your English ability. It’s your confidence.
Japan’s “no-mistake culture” trains us from school onward to prioritize never making errors. That perfectionism becomes a heavy barrier when speaking English.
Many people fear:
- making grammar mistakes
- choosing the wrong word
- mispronouncing something
But here’s the truth:
Colleagues abroad, from multilingual and multicultural environments, don’t expect perfect English. They’re used to hearing non-native speakers and naturally adjust to understand the intent.
The real risk is not mistakes — it’s saying nothing at all.
In global business, communication is not about linguistic perfection. It’s about connection, impact, and confidence.
This course helps you break through those barriers and speak English with presence, clarity, and self-assurance.
In this course, your trainer will be a native English speaker who will also be able to provide guidance in Japanese if necessary. This course will help you break down the "barriers" that prevent you from speaking English, gain more confidence, develop a strong presence, and be able to communicate in global business situations. (3 hours x 4 sessions)
| 4-weeks（3 hours per session） | |
| Week 1 | Session 1： Deepen relationships with others in a global environment • Learn the basics for speaking in English with confidence • Practice effective ways of questioning to deepen human relationships in a global society Overcoming hesitance toward discussions using English • Learn to engage in English discussions confidently with people from various countries • Develop expressions to lead the discussion effectively in English |
| Week 2 | Session 2： Develop convincing English presentation skills • Understand effective “composition” for expressing in English • Develop English presentation skills that work well in front of people from other countries Effective writing • How to lead off • How to make requests clear • Indicating deadlines • Explaining rationales |
| Week 3 | Session 3： Coaching How To Write Clearly • Review Homework • Practice With Coaching • In Class Exercises Have a stronger impact on others and “create” presence • By speaking in English with increased energy, show your presence in an international setting • Overcome self-consciousness and the “grammar trap” that discourages powerful communication |
| Week 4 | Session 4： Confidently ad-lib in English • Understand the process to speak English effectively in impromptu situations • Communicate in English with confidence under pressure Celebrate growth and express vision • Build confidence by assessing the improvement in your English skills • Commit to continuously improving your English skills |
Training Objectives
- Learn the fundamentals of speaking with confidence in English
- Master questioning skills to build trust in international relationships
- Develop clear, structured English presentations
- Build confidence to speak under pressure and in impromptu situations
- Shift your focus from “perfect grammar” to effective global communication
How it will help you
- Speak up in meetings without hesitation
- Lead discussions instead of staying silent
- Deliver persuasive presentations to global audiences
- Write clear, professional English emails with impact
- Project confidence and presence that wins trust
Suitable for
- Professionals working in global environments who hesitate to speak up in English
- Those who can introduce themselves but struggle in meetings and presentations
- Anyone with TOEIC 600+ who wants confidence, not grammar drills
- Professionals preparing to take Dale Carnegie’s advanced English or presentation courses
Why This Course Works
Q: Why do I lack confidence even though I know English?
A: Because you’ve been conditioned to believe mistakes are unacceptable. This course resets that mindset. We shift focus from grammar perfection to confident communication, human connection, and presence.
Q: How will I actually gain confidence?
A: You’ll practice real-world business scenarios — presentations, discussions, Q&A, and ad-lib situations — with immediate coaching. By the end of 4 weeks, when you compare your first presentation to your last, you’ll look like a completely different person.
Q: How is this different from an English conversation school?
A: This isn’t about drills or memorizing phrases. It’s about performance under pressure. Dale Carnegie Training has transformed over 9 million professionals in 100+ countries over 113 years (62 in Japan). This program is built on that proven global expertise.
Q: Won’t I forget what I learned after the course?
A: That’s why we’ve built in the 8-Step Performance Change Pathway to ensure lasting change:
- 35 OnDemand videos for English communication, presentations, and leadership
- Carnegie Academy AI Edition — lifetime access to 113 years of global IP (62 years in Japan)
- 28-week reinforcement program (weekly video and audio content)
- 30-day and 60-day live online follow-up sessions
- Graduate-only events for continuous learning
Q: What if I’m not satisfied?
A: We back the course with a full money-back guarantee.
Session Details: 8-Step Performance Change Pathway
This course uses our proven 8-Step pathway to ensure learning sticks:
1. Pre-Work (videos, podcasts, thought leadership articles)
2. Performance Coaching for Managers Workshop (optional)
3. Kick-off Session (1 hour online), pre-training survey, accountability partner assignment
4. Main Program
5. 28-week self-paced learning program with weekly video/audio content, reinforced by Carnegie Academy AI Edition
6. Deep Learning 1 (2 hours online, 30 days post-program)
7. Deep Learning 2 (2 hours online, 60 days post-program)
8. Graduate-only Ongoing Education (seasonal, 2 hours)
Proof That It Works
- Global Impact: 113 years of history, 9 million+ graduates
- Japanese Legacy: 62 years developing Japanese professionals for global success
- Participant Feedback: “By the end of the course, I couldn’t believe how much more confident I was compared to day one.”
Your Trainers
- Native English speakers who also provide support in Japanese if needed
- Experts in overcoming the cultural and psychological barriers unique to Japan
- Always positive: no criticism, only “good / better” coaching that builds confidence
Books & Resources
- Books
- How to Win Friends and Influence People (global classic)
- Japan Presentation Mastery / 『あなたもプレゼンの達人』
- Podcasts (Free on Apple Podcasts)
- The Presentations Japan Series
- The Leadership Japan Series
- Japan’s Top Business Interviews
- The Cutting Edge Japan Business Show
- Japan Business Mastery Show
- The Sales Japan Series
- Japanese: 『ビジネスプロTV』, 『ビジネス達人の教え』