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English vocabulary for the most desired skills in 2026

Essential English: The most in-demand skills in 2026

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10 practical cheat sheets to help you improve your English and expand your vocabulary around the skills employers value most in 2026....
How to pronounce words ending in -ed in English

An introduction to -ed pronunciation

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The -ed word ending has three possible sounds. Discover useful tips and exercises to help you understand the general rules and pronounce each sound correctly in English....
How to guide teams through uncertainty with clear communication

How to guide teams through uncertainty with clear communication

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New technologies, AI adoption and business volatility are creating uncertainty in workplaces. Here are practical ways to guide your teams through change and build trust through clear communication and simple...
Preparing for your performance review when English isn't your first language

How English learners can talk about achievements at work

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Discussing your work achievements can be difficult, particularly if English isn't your first language. With the end-of-year performance review season approaching, here's how to confidently highlight your workplace win and...
7 ways to maximise your English learning

7 ways to maximise your English learning

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Thinking about starting English training, or coming back to it after a break? Here are some simple tips to help you get more from your learning journey and guide you...
From no English to fluency with YLT

Student Story: From no English to fluency with YLT

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When Jones Kleinschmidt decided to move from Brazil to London, he had everything a hiring manager required...except English. Here's how Your London Tutor (YLT) helped Jones become fluent and land...
A smarter way to learn English

Personalised English training that gets results

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New to Your London Tutor (YLT)? You may have discovered us through our language training videos on social media, or you’re starting your search for the right language training. Either...
Confidently request workplace language training.

How to confidently request workplace training (and get a yes)

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Requesting training at work can feel daunting. Discover practical steps to confidently ask your manager for workplace training and secure the support you need....
Effective communication in English with intentional pauses

Silence as a communication tool for English language learners

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Silence makes many people uncomfortable, particularly when learning to speak a new language. Discover how silence and speech work together in effective communication, and learn how to harness the power...
Future-proof your career with conversational English

Future-proof your career with conversational English

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Fluency in English has become a non-negotiable requirement across many professions. Learn how to develop the conversational language skills employers now demand and future-proof your career....
Empowering teams

Empowering teams and unlocking potential with Octopus Energy

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Discover how Your London Tutor's business English training empowered Octopus Energy employees to connect with colleagues and customers worldwide whilst building a sense of community among the company’s global divisions....
Effective leadership through open, honest communication

How great leaders build trust through communication

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The conversation is impossible to ignore: human-centric skills are crucial for successful leadership. Yet, many business leaders find it difficult to connect with their teams. What's getting in the way...
Business English training supporting professional development

Why language skills are essential for effective upskilling at work

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The world of work continues to evolve fast. As technology reshapes entire industries, the gap between the skills employees have and the ones they need is widening. Read more here....
Building confidence through authentic language practice

Authentic communication in language learning

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In a world where communication is often rushed, expressing yourself authentically can feel challenging. Here’s the thing: you don’t need perfect grammar or an extensive vocabulary to communicate authentically....

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