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Etiquette Expert and Public Speaking Coach Will Boost Your Confidence
Dina S.

3,111 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $145
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About Dina


Bio

My name is Dina and I've been helping people gain confidence speaking in public, give a "killer speech," and nail the interview for over four years. I do so by providing an individualized program that focuses on bringing out an individual's strengths and giving them tools they can use to improve in other areas. I'm also an experienced ESL teacher who specializes in helping adults learn business and technical English. I've lived overseas and know what it's like to have to speak a language...

My name is Dina and I've been helping people gain confidence speaking in public, give a "killer speech," and nail the interview for over four years. I do so by providing an individualized program that focuses on bringing out an individual's strengths and giving them tools they can use to improve in other areas. I'm also an experienced ESL teacher who specializes in helping adults learn business and technical English. I've lived overseas and know what it's like to have to speak a language other than your first language. My professional experiences as a chemical engineer, combined with my etiquette certification and teaching experience provide me with a unique perspective for helping others succeed.

Although my degree is in engineering, I moved into teaching over 14 years ago. My passion is one-on-one instruction as I can identify a student's learning style and needs and tailor lessons for the individual situation. I don't take a "one size fits all approach" with my students. This individualized approach has enabled political candidates, wedding speakers and entrepreneurs to build confidence speaking in any situation. Whether it's delivering a one time "killer speech" or off-the-cuff remarks in a meeting and I can help you too.

Interview preparation students I have worked with have been successful in getting their dream jobs, accepted to medical schools and MBA programs at MIT Sloan, CMU Tepper, and Babson among others. I help interview candidates identify their strengths and speak about them in ways that make them shine through but is still authentic. I also help candidates identify any potential concerns in their history or resume and enable them to address those in a constructive manner.

Please contact me to learn more and schedule a free consulting call to see how I can help you.


Education

Carnegie Mellon University
Chemical Engineering
American School of Protocol
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Approved Subjects

Career Development

Career Development

For over 7 years I have been providing expert public speaking coaching including interview preparation for career changes, promotions, medical school interviews (including MMI) along with MBA and other college interviews. I use parts from my background to help my students learn to tell their story in an authentic way that doesn't sound salesy - and shows why they are a good fit for the job/program. Over the years I have had great success with students getting accepted to top MBA programs, receive multiple acceptances to medical schools, match for residency and get the job of their dreams.
ESL/ESOL

ESL/ESOL

I've been teaching English to Japanese students over Skype for over a year and in person for several months. I've lived in France, and I know what it is like to learn another language as an adult. My teaching experience runs from teaching lower levels of English to helping those at an advanced level prepare for business presentations and improve their technical vocabulary. I also homeschooled my children for several years including providing them with instruction on grammar and spelling. I can communicate in French with students who speak French and are just starting to learn English.
Interview Prep

Interview Prep

For over 7 years I've been helping students learn to confidently tell their story (in an authentic way) so that they can showcase why they should be the one selected. I've helped students get new jobs (including career pivots) and promotions, be accepted to medical school or other university programs and be selected for competitive summer programs. I have experience working with military academy admissions interviews (and a familiarity with military bearing) as well as great success with med school interviews including MMI interviews. I'd love to help you as well!
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I have been working with students to improve their public speaking for four years. As a certified etiquette consultant and former engineer, I bring a unique qualification and skill set that can help you improve your confidence and ability to connect with your audience. I am trained to help you project confidence and poise and work on your body language and nonverbal communication and will teach you to master what I call the "Three Keys" to public speaking so that you can feel good speaking whether it's an impromptu project update or a formal presentation to a large audience.

Examples of Expertise


Dina has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 4 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews


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Super helpful and supportive trainer

Dina has been fantastic. She is professional, positive (no negative self talk is one of her rules), and supportive. She given actionable exercises and at home practices to help with speaking confidently. I have already noticed a different in just a few sessions. Grateful for her work and high recommend to anyone else who needs help with your speaking or even with social anxiety.

Sherry, 4 lessons with Dina
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It's been a pleasure working with you and seeing your confidence grow!

Exceptional Tutor!!

Dina is a true professional and an exceptional problem solver. She quickly identified exactly what my son needed to improve his professional presentation skills and tailored her approach to fit his unique strengths. Thanks to her guidance, he’s now feeling confident and better prepared to move forward.

Star, 6 lessons with Dina

Great tutor

I really enjoyed my session with Dina. Dina is knowledgeable and was helpful in quickly identifying the areas I need to focus on. Great learning pace and thoughtful approach to homework. Thank you, Dina!

Faig, 1 lesson with Dina

Interview skills for BSMD

Dina provided very thoughtful and insightful feedback to help improve my interviewing skills. I learned about incorporating important details while building confidence and comfort. Would highly recommend Dina!

Parth, 11 lessons with Dina

Excellent Session

The sessions have been great. Dina is very intentional, and helpful. Really glad I did this. What stood out to me was how personalized the coaching was. Dina took the time to understand my specific goals and challenges, which made every session feel relevant and impactful. Dina provided me with a structured plan that included practical exercises and valuable feedback, ensuring I was always progressing.

Darby , 21 lessons with Dina
Tutor responded:

Thank you for the kind words. It's always nice to work with a motivated student like yourself who will take the time to work on the strategies (and homework!) that are introduced in the sessions in order to see progress towards those goals.

Knowledgeable and Patient

Dina is an outstanding tutor with an extraordinary ability to bring out the best in her students. My son, who is naturally shy and reserved, worked with her for several sessions to prepare for his college interviews, and the transformation was remarkable. She not only helped him find his voice but also gave him the confidence to shine during the interview process. It was amazing to witness his growth and newfound self-assurance, and Dina played a key role in that. Her deep knowledge, patience, and unique talent for drawing out compelling stories make her an invaluable resource. Thanks to her expert guidance, my son performed exceptionally well in his interviews. I highly recommend Dina to anyone seeking a skilled, dedicated, and compassionate tutor. We are incredibly grateful for her support and expertise!

Zachariah, 4 lessons with Dina
Tutor responded:

It is so good to hear that your son performed well in his interviews. It was very rewarding to witness his transformation into a confident interviewer. I know his future is bright and I wish him the best!

Absolutely fabulous

Simply put, Dina is fabulous at interview prep, among other skills. She gives students confidence, provides careful instruction tailored to their needs, and prepares for every lesson to make efficient use of time. So happy to have discovered this gem of a tutor.

Elizabeth - Cole, 13 lessons with Dina

Knowledgeable, non-judgemental, and resource-FULL

I have been working with Dina for several weeks. She creates a safe environment to learn and practice public speaking, which can be challenging and sometimes scary. She has many tips, tools, and exercises up her sleeve to draw from to ensure we target the areas in greatest need for improvement. She is organized, always well prepared for each session, though she is flexible to diverge if something comes off that was not aligned with the initial plan. My public speaking skills are definitely improving, and my comfort level is growing. It has been a pleasure working with Dina to date.

Francine, 6 lessons with Dina

Exceptional Guidance and Support

Dina provided exceptional guidance to my son in preparing for an important call with a coach. She spent an hour offering valuable observations and advice that were extremely helpful. Her professional expertise and support were invaluable, and we are very grateful for her assistance. Highly recommend her services!

Poornima, 1 lesson with Dina

Great medical interview coach!

Dina was instrumental in getting my son admitted into a 7 year medical program. In just a few weeks, she transformed my extremely shy teenager into a confident speaker. Dina was exceptionally diligent, knowledgeable, and flexible. She put a lot of time and thought into each session. Having my son work with Dina was one of the best decisions I made and I could not provide a higher recommendation for her as a medical interview coach.

TANYA, 8 lessons with Dina
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