ENGLISH COACHING DESIGNED FOR THE WORKPLACE
Make English your ally at work
Present with confidence, speak up in meetings, and connect successfully with international colleagues. Gain the fluency and confidence to achieve your career goals with your professional English coach.
Unlock your career with professional English
It’s frustrating to feel blocked when speaking, knowing the words won't come out as you intend
Let’s begin from where you are:
Feeling anxious and stressed when speaking up in public.
Worrying about pronunciation instead of focusing on your message.
Afraid your mind will go blank during presentations or when giving feedback.
Underestimating yourself due to small grammar mistakes made in front of managers or colleagues.
Spending too much time writing emails or reports.
Hesitating to speak up in meetings or interviews in case you freeze.
And taking you where you want to be:
in any professional setting
Professional English coaching
tailored to your career goals
When it comes to your professional growth, personalized coaching
gives you the solid base you need to make English your pathway
to move your career forward
You’ll focus on what truly matters - communicating effectively in the situations that define your success:
Participate in meetings
without fear
Discover different ways to organize and express your ideas clearly—even when you can’t find the right words. Learn how to paraphrase to avoid going blank
Deliver impactful presentations and conferences
Internalize the content you need to present through rehearsal and practice finding the easy-to-remember terms. The key for connecting with your audience and receiving positive feedback
Handle job interviews and negotiations effectively
Master how to communicate your knowledge and professional reliability in the situations that define your career. We’ll prepare the content together so you can be self-assured and overcome the anxiety
Networking to build authentic connections
Find out how to start and maintain meaningful conversations—whether you’re inside or outside working hours. You’ll learn natural expressions and strategies to introduce yourself positively, engage in discussions, and keep conversations flowing
Networking to build authentic connections
Find out how to start and maintain meaningful conversations—whether you’re inside or outside working hours. You’ll learn natural expressions and strategies to introduce yourself positively, engage in discussions, and keep conversations flowing
Spend less time worrying about mistakes
Focus on being understood rather than on small grammar mistakes that make you feel insecure. You’ll practice how to deliver important information successfully even when time is limited
Partners who trust me
Your professional English coach with international experience
I’m Marina Portero, and I have extensive experience helping professionals communicate naturally and confidently in English.
My clients trust me because I understand the challenges of building a career in a second language—and I know how to overcome them.
I combine my technical expertise with real-world communication strategies to help you express yourself decidedly, sound professional, and be understood in any international setting—even if you do not have a native accent.
Personalized English coaching for the business world
1:1 Practical sessions focused on getting the results you want
50-minute personalized attention
In every session, you decide what you want to focus on—forget generic lessons.
Each session is tailored to help you focus on your real needs and life’s work achievements without wasting time.
Total flexibility
You can book sessions freely, at your own pace. We’ll arrange the sessions around a schedule that works best for both of us.
Start whenever it suits you—continue as long as you find it valuable. You have complete freedom to adjust along the way.
Practical conversations
Continued practice will enable you to communicate in English as well as you do in your native language. You’ll improve your fluency, pronunciation and vocabulary faster than just studying the theory.
Build the confidence to speak up
The sessions are a safe environment where you can practice free from judgment. We’ll identify your mental blocks to learn new strategies to overcome them step by step. If you are consistent, practicing will prepare you to face any challenges smoothly—and being prepared is already half the battle.
My English coaching for professionals is for you, if you:
- Are committed to work instead of hoping for a miracle
- Want to focus on your real professional challenges
- Apply what you learn directly at work
- Prefer a flexible, cost-effective solution over a standard long-term course
Professional English Coaching: Insights and Results that make a difference
Professionals who have already achieved results
Francisco Sevilla
Deputy Director – Spain
«I worked with Marina to improve my executive-level English, particularly for stakeholder meetings and complex business discussions. Her strong command of English and business insight allow her to identify quick, practical improvements, while her empathetic and supportive approach creates a safe space to practise and build real confidence. Working with Marina led to fast, tangible progress, with complete flexibility to fit demanding professional schedules.»
Javier Tirado
Product Manager and UX Designer – Spain
«I wanted to be sure my English wouldn’t be a problem while working in London on several projects. Thanks to Marina, I gained a lot of confidence in my ability to communicate and learned how to resolve conflicts in English without difficulty.»
Dulce Padilla
Operations Manager – Mexico
«Marina is a committed and effective coach. She finds exercises and tools tailored to your needs and goals. Thanks to her patience, support, and dedication, now I feel more confident and prepared for my job (a law firm in the USA).»
Gabriel Zehnder
IT System Administrator – Denmark
«Marina’s energy and dynamic approach make each session very interesting and productive. I recommend her services to any professional looking to improve their English skills.»
Berta Moreno
Marcom Coordinator – Spain
«Marina tailored every lesson to my needs and level, making the sessions together dynamic and effective. Her coaching was key to my professional career progress in my field.»
Marcos Simón
Audioscenic Co-Founder and CTO – United Kingdom
«I need to really thank Marina for her passion and willingness to make other people improve their language skills. In 2014 she proof read my PhD thesis, which later on got me the award of best doctorate of the year at my research institute! I don’t think that I would have got such award with poor English, so her touch really made the difference! You can see that she is a natural communicator and that she is eager to transfer those skills to others who need them; I cannot recommend her enough for those who want to improve their spoken and written English skills!»
Master Bussiness English with a professional coach
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Your confidence, time, and career growth are too valuable to be held back.
The career you want is one step away. - Get in touch and tell me about your situation—the first step to making English work for you.
Work-focused English Coaching that delivers results
Most frequently asked questions
about English coaching for Professionals
How many sessions will I need to sound professional?
It depends on your goals and level. Many clients notice progress after just a few sessions, but real confidence comes with regular practice.
Will I sound professional if I am not a native speaker?
Yes, of course. Our focus will be on clear, confident communication, not perfection. You will sound natural and professional in your workplace context.
Can my company cover the cost of coaching?
Yes, I can invoice your company if they are paying for your sessions.
Can I improve my English writing skills for business?
Absolutely. We can work on emails, reports, presentations, and any written communication you need for your job.
How having a professional English coach helps you at work
A professional English coach gives you a real advantage in the workplace because it turns language learning into a practical, goal-oriented process. Instead of memorizing grammar and vocabulary, you focus on how to apply them naturally in professional contexts. Your coach will help you express yourself clearly in English, keeping the theoretical content at a level that is useful to you.
How can English coaching transform your success at work?
Business English is becoming an essential requirement for companies. So, whether you want to share your ideas clearly, connect with colleagues, or take on new professional opportunities with confidence, business English is a skill worth investing in.
Regardless of your industry, the best companies and the highest-paying jobs will most likely require you to speak English and be able to prove it. This is where practice and the help of a language coach can be most useful.
What is the impact of professional English coaching at work?
There is extensive terminology that is specific to business English, and even more so if you consider the specific terms used in each professional sector.
English coaching empowers you to communicate naturally and professionally, opening doors to career growth and global opportunities. For these reasons, having an experienced English coach is a very attractive option for improving your business English.
How can you learn business English effectively?
Developing a comprehensive study plan, practicing consistently, and correcting any mistakes you may make are time-consuming and resource-intensive tasks if you do them on your own. Consequently, having an English coach is a good solution, as you can focus on learning without investing extra time in finding support and resources.
Business English enhances your professional profile
One of the most valuable outcomes of coaching is how English enhances your professional profile. Strong English skills show that you’re adaptable, globally minded, and ready to take on new challenges. Being able to communicate naturally with international teams or clients increases your visibility and credibility within your organization. It also opens doors to career opportunities that require someone capable and ready to take on global opportunities.
How speaking English increases a company's international turnover
Speaking English confidently is one of the key factors that drives international business growth. When a company’s team members communicate effectively in English, they can build stronger relationships with global clients, suppliers, and partners. Clear communication reduces misunderstandings, speeds up negotiations, and makes collaboration smoother across borders. This confidence in using English doesn’t just improve teamwork—it creates trust and credibility, two essentials for expanding into new markets.
As a result, speaking English fluently and professionally directly increases a company’s international turnover as you reach more potential customers producing a higher conversion rate. It opens doors to new opportunities, helps secure international contracts, and allows businesses to participate more actively in the global economy. In a world where
Speaking English naturally and confidently is more than being good with grammar—it’s about freedom to connect with different people and open new opportunities