You don’t need perfect English.
You need present English.
Brave English.
Human English.
I’m Daniele Ponzo, a Business English Coach dedicated to helping tech professionals speak up, lead confidently, and grow globally. With over 13 years in IT and 8 years in language coaching, I combine deep technical experience with practical communication skills.
Having led teams and projects at Xerox and the Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research, I understand firsthand the challenges non-native speakers face in international workplaces.
I also host The Non-Native Leader podcast, where I share inspiring stories from professionals building successful global careers in English.
If you’re ready to improve your English and accelerate your career, let’s connect and get started.
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To say Daniele’s course is unique would be an understatement: he prepares you for the corporate stage, with all its challenges and opportunities.
So, if you’re looking to not just learn but excel in Business English, to not just work but thrive in a multinational environment, and to not just communicate but truly connect, then you definitively need to know Daniele!
Your future self will thank me for this suggestion...
Thank you for your huge efforts to help me to believe that I can communicate with English native speakers. My life was changed when I believed that I can work in English environment with native English speakers.
It is your absolutely brilliant outcome for me it is your achievement Daniele.
This is my testimonial of how you changed my life
The training process is carefully structured, step by step, to support the student’s growth, including from a motivational perspective.
Beyond all this, and even before all this, conversations with Daniele are enjoyable and engaging because, before being an excellent professional, he is also a wonderful person.
Find answers to common challenges tech professionals face when improving their English for work, career growth, and global communication
Many professionals struggle with confidence when expressing ideas in English, especially in high-pressure meetings. It’s not just about vocabulary. It’s about mindset, clarity, and real practice.
Quick tip: Practice out loud using your real work scenarios (e.g., project updates or client calls). Rehearse responses, record yourself, and build muscle memory.
Freezing is usually caused by overthinking and fear of being judged not lack of language. When you aim for perfection, your brain stalls.
Quick tip: Shift your focus from “perfect grammar” to “clear message.” Use simple structures you’re confident with and build fluency from there.
Many learners feel stuck because general English doesn’t prepare them for terms like “scope,” “stakeholders,” or “hone your skills.”
Quick tip: Create a personal word bank of common work phrases. Focus on collocations like “raise a ticket,” “escalate an issue,” or “align priorities” and practice them in context.
Translating slows you down and leads to unnatural communication. Fluency comes when you learn to think directly in English.
Quick tip: Use logical flow (create bullet points, go through them using words like "first", "then", "after that", "Finally"). Also, use chunks, ready-made phrases like “Let me clarify,” or “Here’s my point.” They reduce mental load and help you sound more natural.
Lack of daily exposure makes it easy to forget vocabulary and lose fluency. But you can maintain and grow your English with consistent, focused habits.
Quick tip: Dedicate 15 minutes a day to active English: read IT articles, simulate meetings, or shadow YouTube videos aloud. Tiny daily habits beat long sessions once a month.
Absolutely. Many professionals restart their English journey later in life. What matters is consistency, relevance, and the right support.
Quick tip: Focus on real-life goals, not textbooks. Whether it’s a job interview or a client presentation, learn what you need for your next challenge.
Presenting in English is challenging because it combines speaking skills with performance. The key is to simplify your language and practice delivery with real slides or demos.
Quick tip: Record yourself giving a 2-minute summary of your project. Watch it back and focus on one improvement at a time, like slowing down or pronouncing keywords clearly.
Yes! Global companies care more about clarity than perfection. Even “imperfect” English can open career doors if you can communicate your ideas confidently.
Quick tip: Focus on clarity over grammar. Use short, clear sentences and pause to let your listener process your message.
The fear of judgment often stops professionals from speaking up, even when they know English. Progress comes from practice in a safe environment and shifting focus from “perfect” to “effective.”
Quick tip: In meetings, commit to speaking at least once, even if briefly. Small wins build big confidence.
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