About Me: Career Slasher and Adventurer
Hi! I’m Ramon Stoppelenburg, a dynamic professional with a diverse background that uniquely qualifies me as an exceptional English Language Coach. I bring a wealth of global experience and a passion for communication to my coaching practice.
In Short: My Coaching Approach
As an English Language Coach, I help individuals of all ages and backgrounds improve their English skills. I offer this unique coaching locally in Almada or next door in Lisbon, Portugal.
Whether you’re a non-English local Portuguese seeking better communication and career opportunities or a foreigner aiming for more academic success and professional advancement, I offer personalized coaching tailored to your specific needs.
My coaching methods include:
- Conversation-based activities
- Writing exercises
- Technology-based tools
These techniques help you develop:
- Fluency
- Accuracy
- Confidence in your English language abilities
I offer both private classes and group classes at various convenient locations in Almada and Lisbon. My classes are designed to be engaging, effective, and tailored to your individual needs, ensuring rapid progress in your English language skills.
My Teaching Method and Techniques
As an English Language Coach with a diverse global background, I employ a unique blend of techniques to ensure effective and engaging learning:
1. Immersive Conversational Practice: Drawing from my experiences as a world traveler and digital nomad, I create authentic, real-world scenarios for language practice.
2. Storytelling and Cultural Exchange: I use my wealth of international experiences to make lessons vibrant and culturally rich, enhancing both language skills and global awareness.
3. Multi-Media Approach: Incorporating elements from my background in journalism, radio, and film, I use a variety of media (podcasts, videos, articles) to expose students to different accents and contexts.
4. Technology Integration: Leveraging my experience as a digital pioneer, I incorporate language learning apps and online resources to supplement in-person lessons.
5. Writing Workshops: Using my expertise as a published author, I guide students in improving their written English through creative and professional writing exercises.
6. Presentation Skills: Drawing from my public speaking and stand-up comedy experience, I help students build confidence in oral presentations and public speaking.
7. Customized Vocabulary Building: I tailor vocabulary lessons to each student’s professional field or personal interests, making learning more relevant and memorable.
A Typical Coaching Plan
Here’s an example of how I structure a 90-minute lesson:
1. Warm-up (10 minutes): Begin with casual conversation, reviewing previous material or discussing current events to get students thinking in English.
2.Targeted Skill Practice (20 minutes): Focus on a specific skill (e.g., pronunciation, grammar point, or listening comprehension) using exercises and examples from real-world contexts.
3. Interactive Activity (25 minutes): Engage in a role-play, debate, or problem-solving task that applies the targeted skill in a practical scenario.
4. Multi-Media Component (15 minutes): Analyze a short video clip, podcast segment, or article, discussing content and language use.
5. Writing Exercise (15 minutes): Practice written expression through a brief, focused writing task related to the lesson’s theme.
6. Feedback and Recap (5 minutes): Provide personalized feedback and summarize key takeaways from the lesson.
What Sets Me Apart as a Coach
- Global Perspective: My extensive travel and living experiences across multiple continents provide a unique, worldly approach to language learning.
- Versatility: As a career slasher, I can adapt lessons to various professional contexts, from business to creative fields.
- Cultural Insight: My background allows me to offer deep cultural context alongside language instruction, crucial for true fluency.
- Innovative Techniques: My diverse skill set (from digital marketing to stand-up comedy) informs creative, engaging teaching methods.
- Entrepreneurial Mindset: I approach each student’s learning journey as a unique project, setting goals and tracking progress systematically.
Who the Coaching Is For
My English coaching is tailored for:
- Professionals: From A2-level to executives looking to enhance their business English and communication skills.
- Academics: Students and researchers aiming to improve their academic writing and presentation skills.
- Creatives: Artists, writers, and performers wanting to express themselves more effectively in English.
- Entrepreneurs: Those needing English skills to expand their business globally or navigate international markets.
- Foreigners: Individuals living in Portugal (or planning to) who need to improve their everyday English communication.
- Travel Enthusiasts: People looking to enhance their English for more enriching travel experiences.
- Levels: From experienced (A2) to advanced (C2) speakers looking to refine their skills.
Lessons can be customized for specific needs such as exam preparation, industry-specific vocabulary, or particular language skills (pronunciation, writing, etc.).
Whether you’re a local Portuguese speaker or an international resident in the Almada/Lisbon area, my personalized approach ensures that lessons are tailored to your unique goals and learning style.
Ready to embark on your English language journey with a coach who brings the world to your lessons? Contact me today to get started!
Why Choose Me as Your Coach?
Global Perspective
- Extensive world travel, including living in Cambodia, Georgia, and Morocco
- Currently based in Almada, Portugal
Diverse Professional Experience
- Journalism and Writing:
- Bestselling author of the book Letmestayforaday
- Travel show presenter on Dutch Radio 1, radio host on Cambodia Radio One
- Published in major international magazines
- Editor-in-chief of The Quiet Reader, an online international literary magazine
- Entrepreneurship:
- Managed movie theaters in Phnom Penh
- Operates Expedition Kilimanjaro since 2008
- Digital Pioneer:
- Created one of the first social networks before Facebook and Twitter
- Named “Internet Personality of the Year” by The British Sunday Times in 2002
- Known as “The Godfather of Couchsurfing”
Multilingual and Cross-Cultural Expertise
- Fluent in multiple languages
- Deep understanding of cross-cultural communication
Creative and Adaptive Teaching Style
- Experience in stand-up comedy enhances engaging lesson delivery
- Background in publishing and writing enriches language instruction
Recognition and Achievements
- UNESCO Digital Heritage designation for Letmestayforaday project (2018)
- Top 50 candidate for NASA’s Astronaut Candidate Program (2020)
Connect With Me
Ready to take your English skills to the next level? Contact me today to discuss how I can help you achieve your language goals.
