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$140/ hr | American Accent Program

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DOCTOR OF EDUCATION | PROFESSIONAL LINGUIST Creator of 2D Sound Motion Technology Founder of MyAccentWay Creator of *InPronunci: American Accent Program* (Google Play) Professor of English as a Second Language American Accent & Speech Coach --- ✦ SPEAK ENGLISH WITH CONFIDENCE, CLARITY, AND PROFESSIONAL AUTHORITY At MyAccentWay, the focus is simple: transform the way you speak so your voice reflects your intelligence, expertise, and professional presence. Hello, I’m Prof. Alex — a specialist in American accent and speech transformation. I hold a Ph.D. in Language Education and Linguistics, and for over 20 years, I have worked with international professionals to develop clear, precise, and natural-sounding English. Many of my clients are already fluent in English, yet feel that their accent limits how confidently they communicate in meetings, presentations, and high-stakes professional environments. Through MyAccentWay, I help close that gap—refining speech so it aligns with their level of expertise. --- ✦ WHY MOST ACCENT PROGRAMS FAIL — AND WHY MYACCENTWAY WORKS Accent is not just about pronunciation. It is the result of deeply ingrained speech patterns shaped by your first language. Traditional training often focuses on repetition alone, without addressing how the brain processes and produces sound. As a result, progress can be slow or inconsistent. At MyAccentWay, the program is built on **phonetic retraining**—a method that develops both speech perception and production simultaneously. By training how you hear and how you produce sound, you create lasting changes in clarity, fluency, and natural expression. --- ✦ WHO THIS PROGRAM IS FOR MyAccentWay is designed for: * International professionals who use English daily * Engineers, doctors, researchers, and executives * Graduate students preparing for global careers * Individuals seeking greater confidence in meetings, presentations, and interviews Because the program is fully personalized, availability is limited to a select number of clients. --- ✦ WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT This is a structured and scientifically grounded speech training program designed for measurable improvement. ➻ REFINED, PROFESSIONAL-LEVEL SPEECH Develop clearer, more natural pronunciation aligned with American English standards. ➻ PERSONALIZED TRAINING Each program at MyAccentWay is tailored to your speech patterns, goals, and professional needs. ➻ COMPREHENSIVE FOCUS * Sound system retraining (vowels and consonants) * Intonation, rhythm, and speech flow * Clarity in professional communication ➻ DETAILED FEEDBACK Each session includes precise, actionable corrections so you can immediately adjust and improve. ➻ STEP-BY-STEP PROGRESSION From controlled sound practice to natural conversation, your skills develop systematically. ➻ LONG-TERM SPEAKING HABITS You build consistent habits that allow you to maintain your results over time. --- ✦ START WITH A PROFESSIONAL ACCENT DIAGNOSTIC Your first step at MyAccentWay is a Professional Accent Diagnostic Session ($90). During this session, you will: * Receive a detailed evaluation of your speech patterns * Identify the key features influencing your accent * Learn the highest-impact areas for improvement * Receive a personalized strategy for progress Many clients find this session provides clarity and direction they have not experienced in other programs. --- ✦ PRICING After your diagnostic session, you may choose the training format that fits your goals: ➻ TWICE PER WEEK: $200/week — accelerated progress ➻ ONCE PER WEEK: $160/week — steady, consistent improvement --- ✦ 2D SOUND MOTION TECHNOLOGY: CORE METHODOLOGY At MyAccentWay, training goes beyond listening and repetition. ✦ WHAT IT IS A visual system that represents the movement of the tongue, lips, and jaw during speech, allowing you to understand how each sound is formed. ✦ HOW IT WORKS * You see how each sound is physically produced * You compare it with your current pronunciation * You adjust your articulation with guided practice ✦ WHY IT IS EFFECTIVE * Reduces guesswork * Accelerates learning through visual feedback * Improves accuracy in sound production * Builds consistent muscle memory --- ✦ COURSE PHILOSOPHY ➻ INDIVIDUAL APPROACH Training at MyAccentWay is fully customized to your needs, goals, and speech patterns. ➻ INTEGRATED METHODOLOGY The program combines linguistic science, visual training, and practical application for long-term results. ➻ INTELLECTUAL ENGAGEMENT You don’t just practice—you understand how speech works, allowing for deeper and more consistent improvement. --- ✦ FINAL NOTE MyAccentWay is designed not only to refine pronunciation, but to transform how you communicate—so your speech reflects your full professional capability. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to working with you. PROF. ALEX, PH.D.
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Rodrigo P.

1 month ago

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No PRO LIKES HIM ON THIS PLATFORM! I want to express my amazement after my first class with Prof. Alex, which was the onboarding orientation session I attended recently. I am very impressed with what he can do in class and how he works! The program is very professional and well-organized. It is structured so that you learn how to actually pronounce—many schools focus on teaching grammar and vocabulary but completely forget the third component that exists in our native languages, which is phonology, phonetics, or pronunciation—whatever you want to call it. Prof. Alex is that guy who handles this component so professionally that you succeed in each session with him! I’ve tried multiple phonetic exercises, and I immediately succeeded with them. Though this doesn’t mean I can speak like this right away, learning how to correctly articulate American English sounds improves overall speech! Prof. Alex has many advanced tools that make the process go very fast, and I am grateful for that— no one pros on this Thumbtack offers such opportunities. They offer you to read the text and follow them - but prof. Alex goes way further then that! You gotta try yourself! It’s very unique and special, and prof. Alex is a truly exceptional professional. I have no doubt I will be hiring him to help me succeed because I am a U.S. professional and need my skills to be top-notch for conferences, presentations, and simply talking with coworkers and friends! Thank you so much, Alex, and I look forward to starting my program. I highly recommend prof. Alex’s American accent program is one of the very best. Thanks for accepting me as your student!

Details: Intermediate • 26 - 44 years old • Verbal delivery • Speech content • Body language • Connecting with audience • To build confidence • To develop a skillset • To prepare for an event • Business • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Adrian I.

Mar 24, 2026

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It was very important for me to work with a true professional, and Alex having a PhD in linguistics and language education made my decision immediate. I scheduled a consultation without hesitation. The $90 was absolutely worth it to understand the deeper background of linguistics. I had never realized that this type of teaching even existed. Coming from a traditional school system, I learned English mainly through vocabulary and grammar. However, Alex showed me that the phonological structure of a language is just as important as those elements. That was the missing piece for me. Working with Professor Alex made me realize how many things were missing in my speaking. Now, I truly feel integrated. I feel like I belong. I feel confident and comfortable with my English. I don’t just speak—I communicate. I understand humor. I’ve grown. The main reason I took this course was because, in the past, I always felt like I didn’t fully belong when speaking. Even though I had an advanced level, something always felt incomplete in the way I expressed myself and understood the language. Alex completely filled that gap. He gave me something I didn’t even know I was missing. Now I feel the language. I feel free when I communicate. I don’t worry about mistakes or pronunciation anymore. I just speak—and that brings me a sense of comfort and confidence. It feels natural, like this is truly part of my reality now. Switching between languages happens automatically and effortlessly. Spanish is my native language, but now English feels just as real to me. Alex brought me that missing piece, and it has made a complete difference. I highly recommend Alex to anyone who wants to make a real difference in their speaking and truly integrate into American culture—not just by being present here, but by being able to speak, enjoy, travel, work, and simply live your life without constant struggle. He can make that happen for you. Thank you so very much.

Details: Intermediate • 45 - 64 years old • Connecting with audience • Body language • Verbal delivery • Speech content • To build confidence • To develop a skillset • To prepare for an event • Business • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Public Speaking Lessons
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Sophie C.

Mar 16, 2026

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I have been learning English for many years, and I consider myself a very advanced learner. I have a rich vocabulary and a deep sense of life in the United States. However, I still had difficulty expressing myself at the level of a native American speaker, especially when it came to my accent. During eight months in Prof. Alex’s American Accent program, I made incredible progress. The mechanical training of sounds, intonation, and accent patterns was very important and helped me understand how to position my tongue and produce the correct sounds. This technical part of the training built a strong foundation for my accent development. But what made this program truly unique was Prof. Alex’s knowledge of psychology and psycholinguistics. Whenever I felt that a sound was not good enough, or when I could not clearly hear or feel the difference, he guided me through reflection. He helped me understand how the sound felt from my perspective and how it should sound to the American ear. This reflective process helped me move forward and develop a deeper connection with the language. As a native Spanish speaker, I always felt that the culture of speaking Spanish is very different from the culture of speaking in an American accent. At times, I was even afraid that by developing my American accent, I might lose a part of my Spanish cultural identity. However, Prof. Alex helped me understand something very powerful: both cultures are important, and having both makes you a stronger and more complete person. This idea made me feel safe, secure, and confident during the entire program. Because of this approach, I did not only improve my accent — I also transformed the way I see myself as a speaker of English. Today I often receive compliments from people who say my accent sounds very natural and close to native. More importantly, I feel that the language truly belongs to me, and I feel comfortable expressing myself in American culture while still keeping my Spanish identity. I am deeply grateful for this experience and would highly recommend Prof. Alex’s American Accent program to anyone who truly wants to transform their speech and confidence.

Details: Intermediate • 26 - 44 years old • Body language • Verbal delivery • Speech content • Connecting with audience • To build confidence • To prepare for an event • To develop a skillset • Personal • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

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Mila K.

Mar 9, 2026

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I am very happy I was trained by Prof. Alex. His ability to teach and extract my pronunciation mistakes is superb. I’ve worked with him for about 6 months, and I can tell you that he is exceptional for real! To me, it is important that he has a Ph.D. in linguistics and language education. He is very smart and has taught a lot of students with different language backgrounds. The way he picks up those pronunciation mistakes and turns them into explanations that are so clear to my mind—so I can actually change the way I speak—is amazing. Accent reduction is not a simple fix, and I understood that once I started practicing. However, he has all the tools to support my learning and set it up for success. The 2D sound simulators are a game changer for pronunciation clarity. Such a super helpful tool! Prof. Alex also has an app, and I signed up to practice at home. It has a lot of advanced features. By the way, it’s not even close to compare to BoldVoice—this app is a great addition to one-on-one learning. I highly recommend Prof. Alex’s Accent Reduction program for anyone who really wants to speak English and feel great, not struggling!

Details: Intermediate • 26 - 44 years old • Verbal delivery • Body language • Speech content • Connecting with audience • To prepare for an event • To develop a skillset • To build confidence • To explore as a hobby • Business • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Public Speaking Lessons
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Judy l.

Mar 4, 2026

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Prof. Alex is not only an super professional at teaching and changing accents and improving speech of others including mine, but he is also a kind, smart, and interesting persona to learn from. He DOES CARE and that sets him apart from all coaches who juts need your money! I feel so special working with him for almost 5 months! He is consistently tracking my progress even outside the class. He tales his time to evaluate my audio assignments that i am sending him to whatsapp, communicates with me what to focus if i got off. It costs way more than $160. I think this approach makes me succeed in my accent! I highly recommend to hire such a brilliant pro as prof. Alex , and you will make a lot of progress on your English speak or accent reduction! He is the best at training and re-training speech and he has all advanced tools that nobody has to succeed! I am so thankful, prof. Alex that you accepted me as your student! Its good to have such an excellent American accent coach like you are!

Details: 45 - 64 years old • Advanced • Full fluency • I travel to the ESL tutor • The ESL tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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