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We're the Shurfa sisters from Malaysia—Azimah, Amnah and Aisya. After spending eight years in the U.K. as children, we know the importance of mastering a second language. We created My English Matters as a platform to help second language learners learn to speak, write and communicate in English with confidence! The My English Matters podcast is an extension of all that we do—it's a place for us to connect with you on a whole new level. You can learn with us while you're on your commute to work, washing the dishes or picking your kids up from school! So let's get started, shall we?
Do you catch yourself saying the same thing over and over, wondering if your audience is even listening?
In this episode, Madam Azimah shares five creative strategies to avoid repetition and keep your message engaging. From using humour and analogies to storytelling, these techniques will help you get your point across clearly without sounding like a broken record.
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In this episode of the My English Matters podcast, Aisya shares 25 simple ways to improve your English before 2025!
From setting goals and learning grammar basics to boosting speaking and listening skills, these tips are easy to follow and suitable for all learners. Discover fun strategies like singing along to English songs, using podcasts, and role-playing real-life conversations.
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Don’t miss our free training, "Your Roadmap to English Fluency & Proficiency in 2025," with tailored tips and a personalised study plan based on your CEFR level. Sign up at myenglishmatters.com/roadmap and start your journey to fluency today.
Stuck in traffic or on the go? In this video, Madam Azimah shares a creative and practical way to turn your car into an English classroom! Learn how to improve your English skills with simple activities, including vocabulary building, pronunciation practice, and summarising podcasts. Madam Azimah also provides tips for A1 to B2 learners and introduces fun, interactive ways to describe your surroundings. Don’t miss out on the FREE Roadmap to English Fluency and Proficiency training! Sign up now at myenglishmatter.com/roadmap for limited-time access to exclusive lessons from My English Matters.
Ready to make 2025 the year you finally master English?
Join Amnah in this special episode as she shares all about Your 2025 Roadmap to Fluency — a free, limited-time training designed to help you level up your English skills with essential grammar tips, CEFR-based study plans, and practical strategies tailored to your current level.
Sign up now at myenglishmatters.com/roadmap to access this exclusive replay and take the next big step in your fluency journey!
Let’s make 2025 your year of fluency! 🎉
In this episode of the My English Matters podcast, Aida answers the question, "How long will it take to be fluent in English?"
She also shares practical tips on immersing yourself in English, speaking daily, and setting achievable goals to build confidence.
Do you want to learn to speak English with confidence? Go to https://www.myenglishmatters.com and sign up to join our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We’ll send you seven tips to your email address!
In this episode, Madam Azimah explores the value of debating skills—even for second-language speakers—and shares six practical tips to help you speak confidently and think critically, from thorough research to mastering respectful disagreement.
Drawing on examples from top debaters, Azimah covers key techniques like "steelmanning" and handling rapid-fire arguments, so you can build clarity and confidence in any discussion.
Do you want to learn to speak English with confidence? Go to https://www.myenglishmatters.com and sign up to join our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We’ll send you seven tips to your email address!
In this episode of the My English Matters podcast, Aisya shares ChatGPT prompts that can instantly improve your writing!
From generating creative ideas and titles to refining tone, editing, and simplifying complex concepts, these prompts are perfect for drafting essays, social media posts, or professional emails.
Plus, learn about our Write with Confidence course, designed to take your writing skills to the next level!
Visit myenglishmatters.com/wwc to learn more!
Have you ever stared at a blank page, feeling unsure of how to start your writing?
Perhaps you’ve hit send on an email, only to second-guess every word?
Or maybe you use AI tools like ChatGPT, only to feel like the generated texts don’t sound like you? Maybe it’ll be a little too obvious you’re using AI? 😬
We totally get it!
Writing can feel like a huge endeavour, especially in a world filled with AI.
In fact, we’ve started using AI tools like ChatGPT to assist with our writing, but we always make sure to edit for inaccuracies (yes, it makes mistakes, too) to ensure it’s relevant for our students and to incorporate our own ideas and insights.
It’s amazing to see how our writing skills have evolved over time.
And we want you to experience that same sense of pride in your writing—whether you choose to use AI or not.
That’s why we’re inviting you to join our BRAND NEW and FREE email series: 3 Strategies to Sharpen Your Writing (With or Without AI)! 🎉
This series will equip you with practical strategies to build your confidence, enhance your writing skills, and help you express your unique voice effectively—whether you’re using AI tools or not.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
• Day 1: Build Confidence and Clarity in Your Writing 💪
Learn how to shift your mindset to write with more confidence, making the writing process less intimidating and more effective.
• Day 2: Create a Natural Writing Flow 🌊
Discover techniques to organise your thoughts, write conversationally, and maintain momentum—without stopping to edit—so your words flow easily onto the page.
• Day 3: Connect with Your Audience Effectively 🤝
Learn the Five Cs of writing (Coherent, Concise, Clear, Compelling, Complete) to ensure your message resonates with your reader and leaves a lasting impact.
Let’s work together to elevate your writing skills—whether you choose to use AI or not!
While AI tools can assist with writing, they can't capture your unique voice, insights, or the human touch—making strong writing skills essential for standing out professionally.
In this episode of the My English Matters podcast, Amnah emphasises the value of honing these skills, even with the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT.
Be sure to listen until the end, where Amnah invites you to join our free email series, "Three Strategies to Sharpen Your Writing with or without AI," running from October 21-23, 2024.
This series will provide practical tips on boosting your confidence, improving flow, and connecting with your audience.
Visit myenglishmatters.com/writing to learn more!
In this episode of the My English Matters Podcast, Aisya covers the dos and don’ts of using ChatGPT for writing.
Learn how to make the most of this AI tool, avoid common mistakes, and find out whether universities allow its use. Perfect for students and professionals alike!
Want to speak English with confidence? Visit https://www.myenglishmatters.com and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!
Amanda is a wife. A mother. A blogger. A Christian.
A charming, beautiful, bubbly, young woman who lives life to the fullest.
But Amanda is dying, with a secret she doesn’t want anyone to know.
She starts a blog detailing her cancer journey, and becomes an inspiration, touching and
captivating her local community as well as followers all over the world.
Until one day investigative producer Nancy gets an anonymous tip telling her to look at Amanda’s
blog, setting Nancy on an unimaginable road to uncover Amanda’s secret.
Award winning journalist Charlie Webster explores this unbelievable and bizarre, but
all-too-real tale, of a woman from San Jose, California whose secret ripped a family apart and
left a community in shock.
Scamanda is the true story of a woman whose own words held the key to her secret.
New episodes every Monday.
Follow Scamanda on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.
Amanda’s blog posts are read by actor Kendall Horn.
