Clear, Confident English That Reflects Who You Are
Not English lessons. Not exam prep. Private coaching for Japanese leaders and specialists who already work in English and want to lead with it — from a former corporate English instructor for Toyota, Mitsubishi, and Denso.
Hear From Jeff
A short introduction, in his own words.
25+ Years Teaching Experience
Toyota · Mitsubishi · Denso
1-on-1 Executive Coaching
19 Years at Simon Fraser University — University-level English teaching experience
Experience Working with Japanese Professionals
I provide private, one-on-one executive English coaching for Japanese professionals who are already highly capable in English and want the final layer of clarity, nuance, and authority to lead in international business.
I bring 25+ years of experience as an educator, including two years teaching corporate English inside Toyota Motor Corporation, Mitsubishi, and Denso.
Along the way, I’ve worked with:
- Engineers, managers, and executives who could already run a meeting in English
- Professionals who know what they want to say, but can’t always express it with the same impact in English
“That gap — between being understood and being persuasive — is what my coaching is built to close.
Clear communication is not just about being understood– it’s about being respected, trusted, and able to lead.
What I Offer
My private English communication coaching is built for Japanese professionals and specialists — from driven mid-level talent to senior executives — who already communicate in English every day and want more precision, nuance, and authority.
Sessions Focus On
“The goal isn’t a better English score.
It’s a version of you, in English, that sounds as sharp as you actually are.
Areas of Focus
Leadership Communication
Leading meetings, presentations, and pushback — without losing authority in translation.
Tone & Nuance
Committing without over-committing. Disagreeing without offense. Saying exactly what you mean.
Real-Time Fluency
Holding the floor in fast, interruption-driven meetings — instead of losing the moment while composing the sentence.
Presentation Readiness
Preparing for a presentation, a client meeting, or any conversation where the details matter.
Session Format & Pricing
★ Most Popular
4-Session Series
$560 USD ($140 per session)
✓ Four 60-minute one-to-one sessions
✓ Progressive work toward your communication goals
✓ Continuity across sessions for deeper development
Prefer a single session or a longer series? View all session options and pricing.
Ready to Sound as Sharp in English as You Are in Japanese?
A private, confidential consultation — no pressure, no pitch. Just a conversation about where the gap is and whether this is the right fit.
How I Coach
That corporate experience shapes how I coach today. I’ve seen firsthand where Japanese professionals feel most confident in English, and where the gap between technical fluency and executive presence tends to show up most — in meetings, negotiations, and moments that call for nuance rather than vocabulary.
My coaching draws directly on those two years in the room with your colleagues — not on generic textbook exercises.
My Approach
The sessions I offer are collaborative, practical, and focused on real communication situations.
Rather than working from textbooks or generalized language exercises, our conversations focus on the kinds of discussions and interactions that arise naturally in professional environments. This allows us to explore how ideas are expressed, refine subtle language choices, and develop communication approaches that feel both natural and effective.
The goal is not simply to speak English correctly, but to communicate ideas with clarity, nuance, and confidence in international professional contexts.
Let’s strengthen your communication
and expand your influence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from professionals considering executive English coaching. For scheduling, session format, and other details, see the complete FAQ page.
How is this different from a general English tutor or language app?
This isn’t basic English lessons or exam prep. It’s private, one-to-one coaching built around your actual meetings, presentations, and negotiations — refining the tone, timing, and phrasing that carry authority in high-stakes professional moments, rather than generic vocabulary or grammar practice.
What results can I expect from executive English coaching?
Clearer, more confident communication in high-stakes situations such as board updates, client calls, and negotiations. You’ll learn to use tone and phrasing more effectively, so your authority comes through in English as naturally as it does in your native language.
Is this coaching confidential?
Yes. Every consultation and coaching relationship stays confidential, whether you arrange sessions independently or with your organization’s support. If, after the initial consultation, we decide the fit isn’t right for either of us, you’ll hear that directly and nothing further is shared.
How do I get started?
Start with a short intake form covering your role, industry, and how you currently use English at work. From there, we schedule a private video consultation to discuss your goals and decide together whether this coaching is the right fit.
Ready to take the next step? Book a private consultation and tell me a bit about your goals.