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⭐Stop Feeling Lost! Try The B2 Edge App: https://studio.com/thiago💻Work with me 1.1: https://forms.gle/Wn98WnZ3PajswWoKA📓Get This FREE GUIDE to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pl/2148770947"There was an accident here." "There has been an accident here." Both are correct. Both are perfect English. But they mean something completely different — and if you can't explain why, this lesson is for you.In this B2 English deep dive lesson, we go through every single use of the Present Perfect — Simple and Continuous — and compare it directly with the Simple Past. No shortcuts, no oversimplification. This is a full B2 English lesson built for intermediate learners who are serious about getting this right once and for all.Here's what we cover. Every use of the Present Perfect Simple — life experience, result in the present, unfinished time periods and duration. The Present Perfect Continuous and exactly when it replaces the Simple form.The critical contrast between Present Perfect and Simple Past — including the mistakes intermediate learners make most. Guided practice exercises we do together. And a final ten question quiz you do completely on your own.This isn't a tip video. This is a real B2 English lesson. Grab a pen.

🔥 Want daily structured practice at B2 level?The B2 Edge app gives you AI-powered practice built around lessons exactly like this one — every single day, structured for B2 learners:👉 https://studio.com/thiago💻Work with me 1.1: https://forms.gle/Wn98WnZ3PajswWoKA📓Get This FREE GUIDE to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pl/2148770947Fluency isn't built by watching videos. It's built by opening your mouth and practicing — consistently, every day, at the right level. That's exactly what this session is designed for.In this B2 English shadowing practice, we work with a paragraph built around the theme of consistency — one of the most powerful ideas in language learning and in life. The language is dense, natural, and packed with B2 level vocabulary so you can practice English speaking the way it actually sounds in the real world. You might even enconter a bit of C1 language as well! =)Here's how the session works. First you listen to me read the full paragraph at natural speed to get a feel for the meaning and rhythm. Then we shadow sentence by sentence — you repeat out loud, as close to my voice as possible. Finally, I read it one last time and you go through the whole thing on your own.This shadowing practice also doubles as a word formation workout. The paragraph is loaded with prefixes and suffixes — un-, re-, -ly, -tion, -ment, -en — all working naturally inside real B2 English sentences. If you want to go deeper on how those affixes work, check out the full word formation deep dive lesson linked below.👉 Word Formation Deep Dive — watch this next: https://youtu.be/YJL90pkf7ko

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⭐Stop Feeling Lost! Try The B2 Edge App: https://studio.com/thiago📓Get This FREE GUIDE to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pl/2148770947You can write professional emails in English. You can follow complex conversations. You might even be at B2 level. And yet — the moment someone tries to make casual conversation with you in English, your mind goes blank.Small talk in English is one of the most overlooked skills in language learning. And it's costing intermediate learners real opportunities — at work, in professional networks, and in everyday life.In this video, I'll show you exactly why small talk in English feels so hard, why it matters far more than most learners think, and give you the exact frameworks and phrases you need to start making natural, confident conversation in English — starting today.You'll learn:1) Why English small talk feels harder than formal conversation — even for advanced learners2) The three real reasons you struggle with casual English conversation (and none of them are your fault)3) Why small talk is the entry point to every professional relationship you'll ever build in English4) The TGIF framework: a simple four-step system for starting and sustaining any conversation in English5) The three-beat pattern that makes small talk feel natural and effortless6) Ready-made English conversation starters, reaction phrases, and exit lines you can use immediately7) How I built my own English conversation skills from scratch — as a self-taught, introverted learner in BrazilWhether you're learning English for work, business, travel, or everyday life — this video will give you the tools to finally feel comfortable in casual English conversations.

⭐Stop Feeling Lost! Try The B2 Edge App: https://studio.com/thiago📓Get This FREE GUIDE to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pl/2148770947Most English learners spend years worrying about their accent. Trying to "speak English like a native". Avoiding conversations because they're afraid of how they sound. And here's the truth nobody is saying clearly enough: Your accent has nothing to do with how well you speak English.In this video, I'm going to show you why accent obsession is one of the biggest traps intermediate learners fall into — what actually matters when it comes to speaking English well — and how I got this completely wrong myself for years, including in my early teaching career.You'll learn:1) Why accent and clarity are two completely different things — and which one actually matters2) How Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and Penélope Cruz prove the point better than any study could3) The real cost of accent fear: the avoidance loop that quietly kills your progress4) What I focused on as a young English teacher that I now know was the wrong thing entirely5) The standard you should actually be holding yourself to — and it has nothing to do with sounding nativeWhether you're learning English for work, travel, or personal growth — this video will change the way you think about your accent forever.

⭐Stop Feeling Lost! Try The B2 Edge App: https://studio.com/thiago📓Get This FREE GUIDE to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pl/2148770947There is a piece of advice that has spread across every English learning YouTube channel, every podcast, every app, and every classroom. You've heard it. You've probably followed it. And if you're stuck at B1 or struggling to break into B2 — there's a good chance it's part of the reason why.In this video, I'm not going to tell you the advice is completely wrong. I'm going to tell you something more important: it's incomplete. And at the wrong level, incomplete advice doesn't just fail to help — it actively holds you back.You'll learn:1) What the "just be imperfect" narrative gets right — and exactly where it breaks down2) Why advice designed for beginners is quietly damaging intermediate learners at B1 and B23) The truth about mistakes: when tolerating them helps you and when it starts to hurt you4) Why grammar and accuracy aren't the enemy of fluency — they're the engine of it5) The 60/40 rule: how to balance speaking confidence with precision at B2 level and above6) The three concrete behaviors that separate a learner who speaks English from one who speaks it wellIf you've been following the mainstream advice and wondering why your English stopped improving — this video is your answer.

⭐Stop Feeling Lost! Try The B2 Edge App: https://studio.com/thiago📓Get This FREE GUIDE to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pl/2148770947You know the grammar rule. You've studied it. You've done the exercises. You can explain it perfectly. And then you open your mouth — and the wrong form comes out. Again.If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. And the problem isn't your memory, your age, or your ability to learn. It's the way grammar is being taught — and the way you've been studying it.In this video, I'll show you the three grammar traps that keep B1 learners stuck at B1 — and the method that actually moves grammar out of your head and into your speech.You'll learn:1) Why memorizing grammar rules is the least effective way to reach B2 level2) The difference between studying rules and studying patterns — and why it changes everything3) How to use grammar functions instead of formulas (with real examples)4) Why grammar studied in isolation never shows up in real conversation5) The personal drilling technique I used myself to make grammar stick permanently — using sentences from my own lifeThis isn't about studying more grammar. It's about studying it completely differently.

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⭐B2 Edge Spring Sale (20% OFF): https://studio.com/thiago📓Get This FREE GUIDE to start upgrading your vocabulary: https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pl/2148770947Are you still translating in your head every time you speak or listen in English? If you're at B1, B2, or higher — that habit isn't helping you anymore. It's holding you back.In this video, I'll show you exactly why translation feels necessary (hint: it's not about vocabulary — it's about fear), and the three techniques that will train your brain to think directly in English.You'll learn:Why translation is a security blanket your brain needs to let go ofHow to stop processing English word by word and start thinking in chunksWhy connecting words to images and feelings beats translation every timeHow to stay present in a conversation — even when the perfect word doesn't comeThis isn't about studying harder. It's about training your brain to operate differently.

⭐B2 Edge Spring Sale (20% OFF): https://studio.com/thiago📓Get This FREE GUIDE to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pl/2148770947Most learners think the absence of a speaking partner is what's holding them back.It isn't. In fact, jumping into real conversations before you've done the solitary work is one of the most common — and most damaging — mistakes intermediate learners make. Because real conversations reward the English you already have. They don't build the English you don't have yet.In this video, I'll show you the principle that rock bands, martial artists, and pilots all use before they ever perform for real — and why English learners almost never apply it.You'll learn:→ Why most learners have the speaking process completely backwards→ The simulation principle — and how to use it to build speaking confidence alone→ A 3-step practice method you can start today, without needing anyoneI also share a piece of my own story: the first three years of my English journey, no partner, no course, no internet — and what happened when I finally started speaking with real people.If you want to go further, the B2 Edge app has an AI coach that simulates real conversations — job interviews, professional situations, casual chats — at your level, on your schedule, with no social pressure. Click the link on top of this section and get started.

⭐Get the B2 EDGE APP for structured practice: https://studio.com/thiago🔥Get my pronunciation course:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-course📓Get This FREE GUIDE to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pl/2148770947Have you ever wondered if your English is actually excellent — or just good?Most learners never get a straight answer to that question. Today, you will.This is a vocabulary test with 15 words across 4 levels — B2, C1, and C2 — in multiple choice format. For each word, you'll see three sentences and have to decide: which one uses the word correctly?That's not memorization. That's real mastery.The 10 C1 words in the middle are the heart of this test. C1 is the gold standard of English — the level where you stop being functional and start being genuinely impressive. If you know most of them, your English is excellent. If you don't, you'll know exactly what to work on next.Keep score. Be honest with yourself. And find out where you really stand.Words covered in this video:B2 Warmup — Ambiguous · Reluctant · TangibleC1 Core — Meticulous · Eloquent · Pragmatic · Reticent · Condescending · Inadvertently · Pervasive · Tenacious · Ambivalent · NuancedC2 Bonus — Equivocate · PerspicaciousScoring guide:🤯14-15 correct → Your English is exceptional! C2 level.✅ 11–13 correct → Your English is excellent! C1 level.📈 6–10 correct → You're in C1 territory, or close. Keep going!📚 0–5 correct → B1 Building To B2 — now you know exactly what to study next.⚠️ Important disclaimer: This test is designed to give you a useful indication of your vocabulary range — not a certified assessment of your English level. If you need an official, accurate evaluation of your proficiency, you should take a recognised exam such as IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge (B2 First, C1 Advanced, or C2 Proficiency). Those certifications are the real standard — and they test far more than vocabulary alone.

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⭐Get the B2 EDGE APP for structured practice: https://studio.com/thiago🔥Get my pronunciation course: https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-course📓Get This FREE PDF to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/free-pdf-3Are subtitles secretly keeping your English listening skills stuck?Most intermediate learners watch everything with subtitles on — and feel like their English is improving. But there's a problem: your brain is reading, not listening. And in the real world, there are no subtitles.In this video, I'll show you exactly what happens in your brain when subtitles are on, and give you a simple two-track system to build real listening skills — without giving up subtitles entirely.What you'll learn:→ Why your eyes and ears compete every time subtitles are on screen→ The difference between the Input Track and the Listening Track→ How to rewatch content you already know to train your ears→ The Audio-Only Challenge: a simple monthly test to measure your progress→ The 3 most common mistakes learners make with thisWhether you're a B1 or B2 learner, this system will help you finally understand spoken English the way you understand written English.

⭐Get the B2 EDGE APP for structured practice: https://studio.com/thiago🔥Get my pronunciation course:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-course📓Get This FREE PDF to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/free-pdf-3A startup CEO scheduled a job interview. The moment the call started, the candidate took over — firing questions about the CEO's education, his qualifications, his team size, even whether the company had a website. The CEO never got a chance to ask a single thing. Then the candidate hung up and said he wasn't interested. This story went viral. And it's packed with the kind of vocabulary that separates a B2 speaker from a C1 speaker of English. In this video, we read the original article paragraph by paragraph and break down the words that matter: straightforward, spiraled, probing, barrage, reciprocity, skewed, dismissive, lingered — and more. This is real English, in a real context, with real stakes. That's the only way vocabulary actually sticks.

⭐Get the B2 EDGE APP for structured practice: https://studio.com/thiago🔥Get my pronunciation course:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-course📓Get This FREE PDF to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/free-pdf-3Why You Feel Fake Speaking English (And How to Find Your Real Voice)Have you ever noticed this? You can understand Netflix, podcasts, articles—no problem. But the moment you have to speak in a meeting or on a call, you freeze… and it feels like the English coming out of your mouth isn’t really you. In this episode I explain why that “fake” feeling has nothing to do with your level, your grammar, or your vocabulary. I break down the two types of B1–B2 learners I’ve seen over 20 years. Then I give you 3 practical shifts to find your voice in English.

⭐Get the B2 EDGE APP for structured practice: https://studio.com/thiago🔥Get my pronunciation course:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-course📓Get This FREE PDF to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/free-pdf-3Disney Has a New CEO: Josh D’Amaro | Trending Edge (B2–C1 News + Vocabulary)In this Trending Edge episode, I walk you through a recent Wall Street Journal story about Disney naming Josh D’Amaro as its new CEO, succeeding Bob Iger and becoming the ninth person to lead Disney in its 102-year history. We look at why Disney’s theme parks, cruise ships, and consumer products have become its biggest profit engine, and how D’Amaro’s background in the Experiences unit fits the company’s shift away from being driven mainly by TV networks. I also explain what happened in the previous succession (including the corporate coup that brought Iger back), why Dana Walden didn’t get CEO but was given a newly elevated role overseeing movies and streaming, and what challenges remain—like making streaming more robust and creating new hit franchises—while we practice key B2/C1 vocabulary from the article.

⭐Get the B2 EDGE APP for structured practice: https://studio.com/thiago🔥Get my pronunciation course:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-course📓Get This FREE PDF to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/free-pdf-3Stuck at Intermediate English? My 30-Minute Daily Protocol (B2 → C1 Practice)If you can understand hours of English but still freeze the moment you need to speak (especially at work), this video is for you. I’m sharing the exact 30‑minute daily protocol I use to take B2/C1 learners off the intermediate plateau—and it’s built to make you produce English, not just consume it. I’ll walk you through a simple step-by-step framework that includes a fast “prime your brain” warm-up, a tight learning block (no endless videos), and a production phase that actually trains you for real professional speaking. I’ll also show you how to make this easier with AI—and why, if you finish your practice feeling relaxed, you probably did it wrong.

⭐Get the B2 EDGE APP for structured daily practice: https://studio.com/thiagoIn this episode, I talk about the latest update the UK government has implemented in their immigration process. Now, people who want to apply for a Skilled Worker Visa need at least a B2 level of English. Also, starting in 2027, a B2 level will also be the new standard for permanent residency applications.

⭐Get the B2 EDGE APP for structured practice: https://studio.com/thiago📓Get This FREE PDF to start upgrading your vocabulary:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/free-pdf-3Do you ever feel like you have all the vocabulary you need, but the moment you start speaking, your brain just... freezes? If you're at a B2 or C1 level, your problem usually isn't the language itself—it’s the blueprint. In this video, I’m going to show you exactly how to stop rambling and start structuring your ideas like a pro so you never lose your "stamina" in a conversation again. I’m breaking down the four essential frameworks you need to move from "intermediate-messy" to "advanced-clear":1) The PREP Method: How to give a sharp, convincing opinion without getting lost.2) The STAR Technique: The secret to telling stories and nailing "tell me about a time" interview questions.3) Past-Present-Future: Your "cheat code" for perfect introductions and talking about your career journey.4) The Pros & Cons Sandwich: How to show high-level nuance when discussing complex topics.I’ll also share the strategic filler phrases you can use to buy yourself thinking time, and why you need to remember that silence is not failure.

⭐Get my app, the B2 Edge:https://studio.com/thiagoWhy You Can't Speak English Fluently (It’s Not Your Vocabulary)You’ve spent years studying. Your grammar is solid, your vocabulary is vast, and you might even have a C1 or C2 certificate hanging on your wall. So why do you still feel like a child when it’s time to actually speak English?The truth is, you don’t have a language problem. You have an Opinion Muscle problem.At the intermediate and advanced levels, the "fluency killer" isn't a lack of words—it’s a lack of Strategic Competence. You’re trying to drive a Ferrari (your English level) with an empty gas tank (your ideas).In this video, I’m breaking down the exact frameworks you need to stop being "safe" and start being deep.

⭐Get my app, the B2 Edge:https://studio.com/thiagoB1 to C1 English Roadmap: How I Built the B2 Edge (App Demo)The Truth About the B2 PlateauMost English learners are under the impression they are advanced because they can understand a YouTube video that only tells them what they want to hear. This is Confirmation Bias. You are "getting the gist," but you aren't building the language. And you're prioritizing "feeling good" instead of rolling up your sleeves and doing the work necessary to become truly fluent in English.In this video, I show how my teaching philosophy is built into my new app (B2 Edge) and how the app helps you produce language effectively.

⭐Get my app, the B2 Edge:https://studio.com/thiagoStop Falling for the "Easy English" Trap.Are you actually learning English, or are you just addicted to the dopamine hit of "fast and easy" tips? If you feel like you’ve been stuck at the intermediate level for years, it’s not because you lack talent. It’s because the YouTube Algorithm and your own Confirmation Bias are working together to keep you comfortable—and stagnant.In this video, we go deep into the psychology of why your brain wants to be lied to. We’ll look at:1) The Science of Bias: Why thinkers from Thucydides to Peter Wason warned us about "wanting to believe."2) The Algorithm Trap: How YouTube creates an echo chamber that hides the difficult (but necessary) work.3) The "Traveler" Teacher: Why you need to be skeptical of creators who sell a "lifestyle" instead of a method.

⭐Get my new app, the B2 Edge:https://studio.com/thiagoThe "Intermediate Paradox": Why understanding isn't fluency.If you can follow my videos "perfectly" but still feel "stuck" or robotic when you try to speak English in a high-pressure meeting, you might be falling for a dangerous cognitive bias.In this video, I dismantle the Illusion of Competence—the feeling of "Good Enough" that stops your progress dead in its tracks. I’m going to prove that your brain is essentially "hallucinating" fluency by skipping the mechanics and only catching the gist.Inside this lesson:1) The 3-Level Listening Audit: A word-for-word test to see if you actually hear the language or just the "story."2) The Dunning-Kruger Effect in Language: Why B2 is the most dangerous level for your ego.3) Semantic vs. Syntactic Noticing: Why your brain is a world-class "Consumer" but a terrible "Analyst."4) Functional Schemas: The mental "blueprints" you need to stop translating and start producing.5) Intellectual Humility: The one personality trait that separates B2 learners from C1 masters.

⭐Get my new app, the B2 Edge:https://studio.com/thiagoMaster Advanced English Grammar: 10 Essential Structures for B2 and C1 LearnersIn this video, Thiago delves into advanced English grammar by explaining 10 functional structures essential for B2 and C1 learners. Thiago emphasizes the importance of moving beyond textbook rules to understand the functions of phrases in real-life contexts. The video covers three major categories: hypothetical shifts, impact shifts, and distancing shifts, each with practical examples. Thiago also introduces his advanced app, the B2 Edge, designed to challenge learners to reach professional fluency through hard work and practical application. Viewers are encouraged to engage actively, rewatch the video for better comprehension, and ask clarifying questions in the comments to maximize their learning experience.

⭐Get my new app, the B2 Edge:https://studio.com/thiagoBreak Through the B2 Plateau: 10 Advanced English Phrases You Need to KnowIn this video, learn 10 advanced English phrases that will help you sound more professional and break through the B2 plateau. Thiago explains why many language learners forget new phrases quickly and emphasizes the importance of a structured program over fun apps for true advancement. Introducing the B2 Edge app, a 77-lesson curriculum designed for serious B1 and B2 learners, the video outlines three key pillars: interest-based immersion, output practice, and handwritten notes. Thiago then teaches viewers advanced collocations and challenges them to use these new phrases in practical contexts.

⭐Get my new app, the B2 Edge:https://studio.com/thiagoHow to Break the B2 Plateau & Reach C1 English FluencyStuck at the B2 level? If you feel like your English has stopped improving despite years of study, you are likely facing the "B2 plateau." In this video, we break down exactly how to move from Upper-Intermediate to C1 Advanced English fluency with a proven strategic plan.We explore why English learners get stuck at this "invisible wall" and how to shift your mindset from being a passive consumer to an active producer of the language. To reach C1, you need more than just "more English"—you need a different approach to precision, vocabulary, and grammar.

⭐Get my new app, the B2 Edge:https://studio.com/thiagoIn this video, I discuss why most people fail at their New Year's resolutions and how you can avoid this pitfall by following a structured roadmap to reach a solid B2 English level by 2026. As a seasoned English teacher with a Cambridge C2 proficiency certificate, I offer a three-step solo system that focuses on creating an efficient learning process. We'll cover the importance of interest-based immersion, building an output engine using your phone, and the power of writing by hand in a physical notebook. Discover how to transform from a B1 learner to a confident B2 user through practical and engaging steps. Plus, learn about the 'B2 Edge' app, designed for serious learners committed to daily active practice. Take advantage of a limited-time 20% holiday discount ending January 2nd and start your journey to fluency today!

Get my new app: https://studio.com/thiagoStuck at the B1/B2 level? You aren’t alone. Stop the "Silent Fluency Killers" before they stop your progress.In this video, I’m breaking down the 6 specific habits that keep English learners trapped in the "Intermediate Plateau" for years. If you can understand English movies but still struggle to speak your mind, or if you find yourself translating every sentence in your head—this is for you.I’m sharing the exact "Active Extraction" and "Micro-session" techniques I used to go from writing "PLIS" in Brazil to reaching C2 fluency without ever living in an English-speaking country.

⭐Get my new app with 20% OFF:https://studio.com/thiagoWhy You Understand English But Can't Speak It - 6 Key Reasons & SolutionsIf you can understand English but struggle to speak it, you're not alone. In this video, we explore six main reasons behind this common issue and offer actionable solutions to help bridge the gap between understanding and speaking. From the importance of active study and broad content consumption to managing expectations and overcoming fear, we'll cover it all. Plus, discover how the newly launched B2 Edge app can aid your language learning journey with its structured curriculum and interactive features. Start implementing these strategies today and unlock your speaking potential in English!

Download The B2 Edge App:https://studio.com/thiagoHow to Build a Rich Inner World for Advanced English FluencyIn this lesson, discover why your mind goes blank when asked complex questions in English and how to fix it by enriching your 'mental library'. Thiago introduces the concept of cultivating a rich inner world by consuming deep, complex content like classic literature, cinema, biographies, and thoughtful music. The video also promotes the new B2 Edge app, designed to help you practice and improve your English fluency with a structured curriculum and AI coaching. Watch this lesson to learn how to enhance your intellectual maturity and language proficiency, making your English conversations more meaningful and effective.

⭐Get my new app:https://studio.com/thiagoUnlock Fluent English: Transform Passive Vocabulary to Active with This 3-Step FormulaEver find yourself unable to recall the perfect word during conversations? This episode reveals a proven three-step formula—Exposure, Activation, and Personalization—to help move words from your passive memory to active use. Learn how to integrate words through contextual input, deliberate manipulation, and emotional connection. Plus, discover the B2 Edge app for continuous practice and fluency. Ideal for intermediate and advanced English learners, this lesson provides actionable tips to make your English vocabulary more active and effective.

⭐Get my new app with 20% OFF:https://studio.com/thiagoOvercoming the Paradox of Choice in English Learning: Tips to Break Free from Analysis ParalysisIn this episode, I address the overwhelming abundance of resources available to English learners and how it can lead to analysis paralysis, dissatisfaction, and lack of confidence. Using Barry Schwartz's Paradox of Choice theory, I explore how too many options can hinder progress and provide actionable strategies to regain focus and advancement. Discover the importance of creating a 'fishbowl,' managing expectations wisely, and committing to chosen resources for more effective learning. This lesson includes critical thinking exercises, vocabulary building, and listening practice to help you break free from the intermediate plateau and move towards fluency more efficiently. Don't forget to check out my new AI-powered English learning app, the B2 Edge, available at a launch discount for a limited time.

⭐Get my new app with 20% OFF:https://studio.com/thiago🚀 Launching the B2 Edge App: Your Path to English Fluency!In this video, I announce the launch of my new app, the B2 Edge, created to help intermediate English learners move from B1 to a solid B2 level. After 20+ years of teaching English and hearing the struggles of students stuck at the intermediate plateau, I partnered with Studio to develop an AI-powered, personalized coaching app. The B2 Edge offers a structured 77-lesson curriculum, daily tailored activities, active learning, and instant feedback on pronunciation and fluency. Early sign-ups before Black Friday get a 20% discount for the first year, with the app available initially on iOS, and a waitlist for Android users.

Get your FREE PDF from the lesson:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/free-pdf-3Book a 1.1 call with me:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/fluency-discovery-callUpgrade Your English Vocabulary: From B1 to B2 in Easy Steps!Struggling to move from B1 to B2 English? Discover the secret to sounding more sophisticated and precise! This video focuses on upgrading your everyday B1 vocabulary to B2-level words, making your speech and writing more advanced. Learn key vocabulary shifts in verbs, adjectives, connectors, and abstract nouns. Plus, get tips on how to make your English sound more natural with B2 collocations. Don't miss the free PDF guide with all the words and examples discussed in the video. Watch now to start thinking, speaking, and writing like a B2-level English speaker!

Book a 1.1 call with me:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/fluency-discovery-callJoin The Fluency Hub (My Private Community):https://www.englishwiththiago.com/communityPronunciation course:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-course5 B1 Habits Preventing You From Sounding Advanced & How to Fix ThemIn this video, Thiago addresses the five most common habits that are keeping B1 English speakers from advancing to B2. He provides actionable strategies for transitioning from basic to more nuanced expressions. Topics covered include using advanced conditionals, modals for deduction, varied reporting verbs, sophisticated sentence structures, and powerful adjectives. Thiago offers practical exercises and highlights the importance of continuous, focused practice to achieve fluency.

Book a 1.1 call with me:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/fluency-discovery-callJoin The Fluency Hub (My Private Community):https://www.englishwiththiago.com/communityPronunciation course:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-courseHow To Go From B1 To B2 SPEAKING Level of English (5 Things You Need)Most English learners believe that advancing from B1 to B2 in speaking is about expanding vocabulary. However, the real key lies in mastering high-level professional communication. In this video, Thiago outlines five essential steps to help you enhance your fluency, use precise language, hold authoritative conversations, and connect complex ideas. You’ll gain a clear actionable plan to elevate your English from B1 to B2, ensuring you improve your career prospects and professional communication skills. Learn practical tips such as using professional fillers, building speaking stamina, thinking in English, expanding your vocabulary, becoming an interactive communicator, and discussing strategic topics. By following these strategies, you'll break through the intermediate barrier and advance your English proficiency.

Book a 1.1 call with me:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/fluency-discovery-callJoin The Fluency Hub (My Private Community):https://www.englishwiththiago.com/communityPronunciation course:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-courseHow CEFR Levels Can Be Your GPS to English FluencyFeeling lost in your English learning journey? In this video, Thiago explains how the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) can serve as your personal GPS, guiding you from A1 (beginner) to C2 (mastery). Thiago breaks down the significance of each level, how to assess your current level, and practical steps to reach the next stage. Whether you're a beginner or advancing towards fluency, this video provides a clear roadmap to achieve your language goals with confidence.

Book a 1.1 call with me:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/fluency-discovery-callJoin The Fluency Hub (My Private Community):https://www.englishwiththiago.com/communityPronunciation course:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/pronunciation-courseOvercome Your Fear of Speaking English: Practical Tips for Building ConfidenceIn this video, you will learn how to overcome the fear of speaking English and practical tools to build confidence in English speaking. Thiago emphasizes that fear is a survival instinct, not a language problem, and introduces three crucial mindset shifts: redefining confidence as a skill built through action, viewing mistakes as data rather than disasters, and shifting the goal from perfection to connection.

Book a 1.1 call with me:https://www.englishwiththiago.com/fluency-discovery-callWhy English Is Easier Than You Think: Discover the Simple SecretsJoin Thiago as he reveals why English, despite its reputation, is one of the most accessible languages to learn. Explore the core grammatical simplicity of English, including minimal grammatical gender, regular verb systems, and consistent word order. Discover the vocabulary cheat code through roots, prefixes, and suffixes, and learn how English's global presence offers an unparalleled immersion advantage. Gain confidence and see why communication, not perfection, should be the primary goal in mastering English. Book a one-on-one fluency discovery call and transform your learning experience.