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EPISODE · Nov 8, 2025 · 49 MIN

(49 min) The Psychology Behind Real English Confidence with Daniele Ponzo

from From Lost To The River · host Richard Marshall | Pro Coach English

Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. If you’re a driven Spanish professional who freezes in English or fears being judged, this episode is for you. Daniele Ponzo, former IT manager turned language coach and author, explains how to swap perfectionism for presence so you can speak naturally, be heard in meetings, and lead with confidence. Daniele and I explore the emotional side of language: why imposter syndrome, school-system conditioning and ego make otherwise capable professionals stay quiet, and how to change that. You’ll hear Daniele’s story from 13 years in IT to coaching, plus practical mindset shifts and simple techniques you can use today to build English confidence for executives and teams. Expect clear, benefit-first advice on business English, real workplace phrases, role-play strategies and the “handle-with-care” mindset that stops overthinking and helps you speak naturally in high-stakes situations. These are tools you can apply immediately to presentations, meetings and interviews. Learn more about Daniele and his coaching services on his website at  danieleponzo.com  Connect with us on LinkedIn: Daniele Ponzo & Richard Marshall Check out Daniele’s book 'Easy English for IT' here on Amazon.  And his podcast 'The Non-Native Leader' here on YouTube. Watch this episode of 'From Lost To The River' with subtitles here on YouTube.  If you're ready for personalised support then you can reach out and book a call with me here via this link. Start building your English confidence today! Explore mindset strategies, coaching insights, and free guides here: Command the Room in English Top 10 English Challenges For Spanish Speakers & How To Fix Them #EnglishConfidence #BusinessEnglish #SpanishExecutives

Visit my website for more info: procoachenglish.com. If you’re a driven Spanish professional who freezes in English or fears being judged, this episode is for you. Daniele Ponzo, former IT manager turned language coach and author, explains how to swap perfectionism for presence so you can speak naturally, be heard in meetings, and lead with confidence. Daniele and I explore the emotional side of language: why imposter syndrome, school-system conditioning and ego make otherwise capable professionals stay quiet, and how to change that. You’ll hear Daniele’s story from 13 years in IT to coaching, plus practical mindset shifts and simple techniques you can use today to build English confidence for executives and teams. Expect clear, benefit-first advice on business English, real workplace phrases, role-play strategies and the “handle-with-care” mindset that stops overthinking and helps you speak naturally in high-stakes situations. These are tools you can apply immediately to presentations, meetings and interviews. Learn more about Daniele and his coaching services on his website at  danieleponzo.com  Connect with us on LinkedIn: Daniele Ponzo & Richard Marshall Check out Daniele’s book 'Easy English for IT' here on Amazon.  And his podcast 'The Non-Native Leader' here on YouTube. Watch this episode of 'From Lost To The River' with subtitles here on YouTube.  If you're ready for personalised support then you can reach out and book a call with me here via this link. Start building your English confidence today! Explore mindset strategies, coaching insights, and free guides here: Command the Room in English Top 10 English Challenges For Spanish Speakers & How To Fix Them #EnglishConfidence #BusinessEnglish #SpanishExecutives

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