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

2,320 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $125
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Etiquette Expert and Public Speaking Coach Will Boost Your Confidence
Etiquette Expert and Public Speaking Coach Will Boost Your Confidence
Dina S.

2,320 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

2,320 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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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Business

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.

Corporate Training

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.
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.

English

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.
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.

Homeschool

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.

Language

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.

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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.

Other

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.

Summer

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.

Examples of Expertise


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

Ratings and Reviews


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Excellent Tutor/Coach!

Just started with Dina & we are off to a great start! Learned a number of great techniques to help Improve my delivery during emotional speeches. Looking forward to learning more from Dina!

Pat, 2 lessons with Dina

You won't be disappointed!

Dina is very patient and knowledgeable. She utilizes proven systems and processes. I highly recommend her for public speaking coaching. She was very organized and prepared for our initial session.

Blake, 5 lessons with Dina

Very knowledgeable, patient. I really enjoyed working with her.

Dina helped me prepare a presentation I need to deliver. She definitely picked very quickly what needed to be adjusted to make it successful. I really loved how she helped me frame the message in a very organic and simple way

Check, 3 lessons with Dina

Dina is amazing!

From the first session I had with Dina months ago, my speech changed immediately and drastically. She pointed out things that I would have not truly recognized if she didn't point them. After every session, I am always leaving with something valuable. Thank you, Dina!

LaBreia, 7 lessons with Dina

Expert coach and great to work with

Dina zeroed in quickly on what I needed to improve upon to help me taking to investors and pitching. She has been an enormous help and wish I had started with her years ago. Her advice and what we practice are VERY helpful.

Lorna, 41 lessons with Dina

amazing teacher!

She’s really great. Super knowledgeable! I’ve already seen great results from our lessons! She really gets to the root of the problem!

Allee, 5 lessons with Dina

Dina is just awesome!

I have just finished my 11 lessons with Dina. She is a great coach. She was able to find my weaknesses and help me address them one by one. I am a more confident speaker now and I am able to organize and phrase my speech better, with more focus. She also helped me improve my facial expression and eye movement. Highly recommend her!

Pearl, 12 lessons with Dina

Knowledgeable and sharp tutor

Dina is wonderful. She is super sharp and was able to pinpoint my weak areas as a speaker right away. She has offered great advice for me on how to make improvements. I am so excited that I have finally found someone who can help me become a more eloquent speaker. I am looking forward to more lessons with Dina.

Anya, 11 lessons with Dina

Thorough and very knowledgeable

Dina is amazing. She truly knows what she is doing and is always prepared. She listens to what you wish to accomplish and tailors your sessions with exercises. She gives you great feedback and is honest. She will also tell you when you’re ready! I highly recommend her.

Sonia, 17 lessons with Dina
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