

Phillip
- Rate $27
- Response 1h

$27/hr
1st lesson free
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Spelling
- Test prep
American Business Professional Teaches Practical English for Conversations, Interviews, Work, and Real-Life Confidence
- English
- Reading
- Literacy
- Spelling
- Test prep
Lesson location
About Phillip
I am a native English speaker, MBA graduate, former military officer, and experienced sales executive with a strong background in professional communication, leadership, and business development.
Throughout my career, I have worked with government, defense, and commercial organizations, where clear communication, confidence, and professionalism are essential. I have led teams, delivered presentations, negotiated with customers, written business communications, and worked directly with executives and decision-makers.
As a tutor, I bring that real-world experience into every lesson. My goal is to help students speak English more naturally, clearly, and confidently. I am patient, professional, and easy to work with, but I also focus on practical improvement so each lesson feels useful.
I understand that learning a language can feel intimidating, especially when speaking with native speakers. My lessons are designed to help students feel comfortable, make progress, and build confidence through real conversation, helpful corrections, and practical examples.
Whether you want to improve everyday conversation, business English, interview preparation, pronunciation, or professional communication, I will help you develop the skills to communicate more effectively in real life.
About the lesson
- Primary
- High School
- NCEA Level 1
- +5
levels :
Primary
High School
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Adult education
Masters
Doctorate
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My lessons are focused on helping students speak English with more confidence, clarity, and real-world usefulness.
I am a native English speaker, MBA graduate, former military officer, and senior sales executive with years of experience communicating with government, defense, and commercial business leaders. My teaching style is practical, patient, and conversational. I focus on the English people actually use in business, interviews, meetings, travel, and everyday life.
A typical lesson may include:
1. A short warm-up conversation
2. Review of your goals and current level
3. Real conversation practice
4. Corrections for pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and tone
5. Practical phrases you can use immediately
6. A short recap with areas to improve
What sets me apart is my professional communication background. I have spent years giving presentations, negotiating, leading teams, writing professional messages, and speaking with executives and customers. I can help students not only improve their English, but also sound more confident, natural, and polished.
My lessons are best for adults, business professionals, job seekers, sales professionals, managers, travelers, and intermediate to advanced English learners. I can also help beginners who want a patient and structured approach.
Whether your goal is better conversation, business English, interview preparation, email writing, or simply feeling more comfortable speaking, my lessons are designed to help you communicate confidently in real life.
Rates
Rate
- $27
Pack prices
- 5h: $135
- 10h: $270
online
- $27/h
free lessons
The first lesson with Phillip will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 1hr
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