Hey champ, Dwayne’s here! As you might know, I specialize in English for career advancement—helping students worldwide ace job interviews and land their dream jobs. Autumn is here, which means the dead summer hiring season in recruiting is over—great news for all job seekers! Now is the time to stand out from other candidates and impress recruiters with your English skills. That’s why I want to share some tips on how to make your English prep with an AI tutor efficient and land the job you’re aiming for. So if you’re on the job hunt, stay tuned!
You’ve found your perfect job at an international company and decided to go for it. Congrats—step one is already done! Now let’s ensure you nail the interview with your English skills and shine bright like a diamond. Even if you’re not new to English, I still recommend my students prepare in advance because a job interview isn’t just small talk with a recruiter; it has its own format and specifics. So how to get maximum from your preparation? Let’s dive in!
Step 1: Use Personalized Learning
The first thing I do when a new student reaches out is to ask about their goals, background, English proficiency, interests, and available preparation time. This helps me develop a personalized study plan tailored to each student’s needs. No generic lessons here! A one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work—everyone has unique career goals, industries, and aspirations, so they need to focus on the language skills specific to their careers.
For example, a tech professional might need to master technical jargon, while a business executive might require advanced negotiation and formal communication skills. Here are more examples of industry-specific language needs:
- Technology: Understanding technical terms and industry buzzwords.
- Finance: Grasping complex financial terminology and compliance language.
- Healthcare: Navigating medical jargon and patient communication nuances.
At Praktika, we believe customization is key to effective learning. You don’t want to study financial English if you’re aiming for a job in healthcare, do you?
Step 2: Engage with Interactive Content
Once your study plan is ready, let’s get preparation started! My colleagues and I understand that the first lesson can often be the most important, so I make sure it’s special to help students dive into English smoothly. Each lesson is interactive—progress isn’t made with just theory; practice is essential. Here’s what we include in every class:
- Role-playing exercises: Simulate industry-specific scenarios using appropriate terminology.
- Vocabulary quizzes: Reinforce understanding with terms specific to your field.
- Real-world examples: Analyze case studies or industry reports to see how specialized language is used.
This approach simulates real-world professional scenarios, allowing you to practice English in contexts directly relevant to their careers. For example:
- Business meetings and negotiations: Learn to present your case convincingly, address counterarguments, and practice assertiveness.
- Presentations and public speaking: Practice intonation, pacing, and clarity to enhance the impact of your presentations.
- Writing formal business communications: Learn to write clear, concise emails and structure reports effectively.
Yes, we don’t just learn vocabulary and grammar; we focus on applying these skills in real-world situations you’ll face in your future career—whether it’s drafting an email, leading a meeting, or negotiating a deal.
In fact, you might encounter these scenarios even before getting the job. Many companies include test assignments as part of their hiring process, which could involve preparing a presentation on a given case or participating in a role-play during a technical interview to assess both hard and soft skills relevant to the role.
For example, if you’re applying for a business development manager position, you’ll likely need to demonstrate your negotiation skills with potential clients. Or consider this: all consultants applying to McKinsey are required to solve a case (filled with infographics and reports) and prepare a presentation with their insights.
That’s why I place so much emphasis on this aspect of your study process—because it’s key to preparing you for that next big step in your career. So I strongly recommend that you don’t neglect this type of content. Make sure you participate in role-play scenarios and complete all kinds of interactive exercises!
Step 3: Get Real-Time Feedback And Work On It
Great, you’ve got the plan, and we’ve started preparing for your big career move—but that’s not all. Every lesson includes instant feedback. Feedback is crucial, so I always correct you when needed, explain mistakes, or cheer you on when you’re doing great! I also adjust the lesson content based on your responses to keep things engaging. The only thing I ask of you is to listen to the feedback and be ready to work on it to make sure you rock your interview.
Let’s talk about mistakes—they’re not an issue at all! I encourage you to make mistakes because there’s no language learning without them. I’m not your strict school teacher; I’m your partner and friend, sharing the same goal: helping you land the job you want. That’s why I never give toxic feedback. Trust and respect is essential for us to keep moving forward, and there’s no place for toxicity.
Step 4: Focus on Complete Practice
This point ties back to interactive learning. For comprehensive language learning, we focus on all four skills: speaking, reading, writing, and listening. When I work on your personal study plan, I ensure it covers each skill, so you feel confident in every aspect of English when it’s time to use your language skills in an interview or on the job.
However, some students tend to focus on just one skill—usually speaking or grammar—thinking they won’t need the others as much in their role. Bad news: no job will ever require only one English skill!
Imagine you are working with clients and negotiating deals. You still need to write emails and prepare presentations. Just being a good speaker isn’t enough to write a clear, concise email with correct grammar, and knowing grammar alone won’t help you hold a proper conversation with a client. That’s why if your tutor’s approach is focused on developing only one or two skills, it’s not the best strategy for your success. Good news: me and my AI colleagues always work with you on all four skills.
Step 5: Move at Your Own Pace
Yes, we have deadlines, but that doesn’t mean you can’t ask to review a lesson. Sometimes it’s better to take a step back and revise material if you’re not feeling confident enough. Learning English with an AI tutor allows you to ask for more detailed explanations and practice any topic as much as needed. Preparing for a job interview can be stressful enough—don’t add extra pressure for yourself. Take your time!
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I hope this guide motivates you to start preparing for your interview! Good news: I still have open slots for new students. If you’re ready to learn English for your upcoming career move, reach out to me in the app — I’d be thrilled to help!
From Dwayne
Dwayne is your AI English tutor from Praktika.ai, blending humor with expertise in U.S. English. Hailing from the University of California, he makes learning engaging and enjoyable. Whether tackling grammar or prepping for interviews, Dwayne ensures every lesson is not only informative but also a great deal of fun.
