How Can I Get More Confident Speaking English?
SpeakWithDi lessons are designed around building confidence. We take every day topics and then:
- We look at vocabulary for that topic,
- Then we practice pronunciation,
- We look at what essential grammar skills are needed
- We study real life examples
- And along every step, we practice.
We offer lesson packs containing 3 interactive lessons.
Each lesson has 3 modules based on ESL (English Second Language) best practice. This can be summarized as “I do” (module 1), ‘We do (module 2) and ‘You do’ (module 3).
In Module 1 you will mostly listen; in Module 2, you engage with the content in a guided way and Module 3 gives you plenty of opportunity to practice.
What does 1:1 English conversation practice with feedback actually involve?
It means more than a live chat — after every lesson pack you submit a homework recording, and Di personally listens and sends specific feedback before your optional 1:1 call. That structure is included in every $30 pack, with VIP 1:1 available for fully personalised sessions.
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Not sure which level is right for you, or want to try a lesson before buying? Download a free Starter Pack and see how SpeakWithDi lessons work.
A2 Starter Pack – “Ready to Talk”
For Elementary level learners who understand English fairly well but want to build confidence in everyday conversations. Includes 3 taster lessons.
B1 Starter Pack – “Talk With Confidence”
For intermediate learners who understand English reasonably well but want to speak more fluently and naturally. Includes 3 taster lessons.
The Conversation Circle
When you sign up for a lesson pack, you automatically become part of what we call The Conversation Circle. We facilitate group chats on a regular basis with one goal – to practice speaking English. These are voluntary – see it as an added bonus.
Here’s what you get:
- 3 Interactive lessons — Each lesson is built around real situations from your daily life — talking to customers, making plans, handling a phone call, going to the doctor. Every lesson includes a short video from Di, clear notes, sample conversations and interactive exercises. You work through the pack at your own pace and can go over the lesson as many times as you like.
- Personal homework feedback from Di — At the end of each pack, you can complete a short homework module and submit it to Di. She goes through your work and sends you personal feedback. This is how you know you’ve actually understood the material.
- A weekly Group Chat session — A live, relaxed conversation session with other Circle members at your level. Informal and fun — good for confidence, good for your ear.
- One optional 1:1 call with Di — 20 minutes, when you have completed a pack. Use the call to ask questions about the lessons, practice a specific conversation, or just have a chat in English. It’s there for you.
- $30 per pack (3 lessons + homework + 1:1 call)
Your own pace. A clear next step always waiting.
There’s no pressure to rush. You move when you’re ready.
Choose Your Level
Elementary Level: A2
Pack 1 — The People in My Life
Friends, family and my community
Pack 2 — My Network
My work, community and social media networks
Pack 3 — This Is My World
My hobbies and free time, work life and daily routines.
Pack 4 — Out & About
Visit to a shopping mall, giving directions and a house tour
Intermediate Level: B1
Pack 1 — Talk It Through
Engaging conversation and making phone calls to a friend or stranger
Pack 2 — Out and About
Eating out, making plans or reservations and navigating travel
Pack 3 — In My Community
Renting a property, what to do when you’re sick or need to go to the bank
VIP 1:1
Want fully personalised lessons with Di?
If you want the full personal experience — lessons built around your specific goals, your level, and your life — the VIP 1:1 tier is for you.
First session — Discovery & Study Plan: $30 (40 min via Zoom)
Your first session is a Discovery session. Di gets to know your English goals, assesses your current level through conversation, and builds a personalised study plan for you. You leave with a clear picture of where you are and exactly where you’re headed.
Ongoing sessions: $30 (40 min via Zoom)
Each session follows your personalised plan. Di tracks your progress from lesson to lesson, and adapts as you improve. You’re not working through a generic pack — you’re working on exactly what you need.
Di takes a maximum of 5 VIP students at a time. Places are limited.