Learning how to write well rarely receives as much attention as speaking and listening. The assumption is that if you can speak and understand English then your English writing skills will be a similar level.

But this is rarely the case.

The writing you produce is a combination of the good and bad habits you’ve picked up along your English language journey. Mistakes that can be hidden or overlooked in speech become glaring when written down.

Maybe you’ve resolved to improve your English writing skills before, but gave up due to the magnitude of the task. Perhaps you’ve attempted to develop your writing, but saw minimal improvements given the time you put in. Either way, you’ve decided you’ll never write like a native English speaker.

I’m here to tell you that improving your English writing skills only seems so difficult because you’re focussing on tiny details. In my lessons I propose a new approach. You’ll clarify the key principles and erase the bad habits you’ve accumulated. Relax. You needn’t learn the mechanics of the language all over again. I’m not going to re-teach you frustrating grammar rules. Instead I’ll provide simple tools to instantly improve your writing skills — without the hassle of reading long textbooks on English grammar and style.

How can I say this with such confidence? Well, I’ve been a student of writing for as long as I can remember. I’ve read a hell of a lot of books aimed at teaching people how to write. Through trial and error I have discovered what works and what doesn’t – and I’ve used my experience in the discipline to support various writing roles.

For the past ten years, I have taught these techniques to university students overseas. Having corrected thousands of written assignments I know the areas in which foreigners make mistakes. This knowledge formed the basis of a series of books, aimed at helping students to improve their writing.

My guiding principle is that English writing is highly adaptable. Yes, there are rules, but there is also opportunity to make choices — and that’s where the confusion begins. By making these decisions for you and showing you the easiest methods, I’ve simplified the process of writing for foreign learners.

Frequently asked questions

Who can take a writing skills workshop?

The workshops are available to teams of staff, organizations, or highly motivated classes of ESL students. You can also create your own group (contact me to discuss).

How long does the workshop last?

Typically 1-2 days. This sounds short, but with my exercises it’s ample time to improve your skills.

Where do your run the workshops?

I can travel to any organization within the Czech Republic. I am also willing to discuss travelling further afield.

Are the workshops tailored to each group?

Yes and no. First we need to cover some general writing principles, then I adjust the content according to your level and requirements. For example, your team might need to focus on e-mail writing. In this case, we would begin with the key principles and spend the remainder on e-mails — putting the theory into practice.

Is the workshop available online?

Yes. in such cases, the discussion portion takes place via video conferencing. You’ll then submit writing tasks by e-mail and receive feedback.

How do you cooperate with individuals?

From time-to-time I accept one-on-one students. However, you must be motivated and willing to do the work. If this sounds like you, we can work together to create a specific learning plan and execute it using online tools.

What next?

Contact me to discuss how I can improve your English writing skills.