• Common Mistakes to Avoid in IELTS Writing Task 2 In our previous blogs, we have looked at how to structure your answers for IELTS, how to manage time, and how to recognise different kinds of questions in Writing Task 2. In this blog, we will look at some common mistakes that test-takers do, and how…

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  • IELTS is a well-known test that evaluates a candidate’s level of language proficiency in order to study or work in English-speaking nations. The need for a solid academic vocabulary is one of the most important components of the IELTS exam. A large academic vocabulary is necessary for receiving a high band rating. In this blog, we’ll…

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  • An important test used to gauge non-native English speakers’ language proficiency is the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Even though studying for the IELTS can be difficult, test anxiety can increase stress and negatively impact your performance. In this blog, we’ll look at practical techniques for reducing test anxiety and increasing IELTS success rates.…

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  • Many IELTS aspirants have a very common question as to how they can improve their fluency as it is very crucial for achieving a high score in the speaking section of the IELTS exam. Speaking quickly is only one aspect of fluency; another is expressing thoughts coherently, firmly, and naturally. It entails speaking slowly, employing…

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  • Labour Shortage in Germany: Impact on Indian Grads

    The labor shortage in Germany is a complex issue that has been affecting the country’s economy and society in recent years. It refers to a situation in which there are not enough skilled workers to fill the job vacancies available in various industries, leading to significant gaps in the labor market. While the problem has…

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  • How to Manage your Time Efficiently for IELTS Writing?

    IELTS Writing can be daunting if you don’t plan your answers effectively. Most students make the mistake of starting to write the answer first instead of appropriate planning. This can lead to distraction of thoughts while you start to write, leading to major impact on the band descriptors. Here is a guideline that you can…

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  • What Is Business Communication & Why Is It Important?

    What exactly is Business Communication? Information exchange in the workplace and with outside is referred to as business communication. To achieve organisational goals, managers and employees must interact effectively in the workplace. Its goal is to make organisational procedures better and cut down on mistakes. To accomplish excellent corporate communication, it’s critical to improve on…

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  • How to Use Good Vocabulary

    Using good vocabulary while speaking is one of the basic tenets of the English language. This indicates that you are well-versed with the language, and also that you can use the right words at the right time and place. This may seem like a chore, but you have to remember: vocabulary is just another fancy…

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  • How to speak and write persuasively, not abrasively

    Being persuasive is often confused with being abrasive, harsh and pushy. In contrast, persuasive speaking and writing all about being empathetic but at the same time, making an impact. A good communicator focusses on the following elements: Ethos: Ethos, which is a Greek term for “character” or “spirit,” describes the author’s persona. As a writer…

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  • How to Hone Your Listening Skills

    Every communication is a two-way route- Listening skills are as important as speaking.  Most of us try to hone speaking skills so much that listening skills sometimes take a back seat.  But, what most of my students don’t understand is unless they listen carefully, the communication is not going to be effective.  What exactly happens…

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  • Negotiating in a discussion or a meeting

    It is common to have disagreements in a conversation. But, let’s say if you have a diverging thought from what the other speaker has, your goal should not be to prove your point, or convince the other party that you are right, even if there is a rationale behind. 

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  • Becoming a Confident English Speaker

    How to build confidence while speaking english?

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  • This is one of the areas where people find it challenging to score perfectly.  These reading task questions always occur in a sequence, so the most important tip here is to read the questions following the preliminary questions. For example, if you are looking for the answer to question 1, read and understand the 2nd…

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  • Agree-Disagree essay often end with ‘do you agree or disagree?’ or ‘to what extent do you agree or disagree?’ This is indicative that you should either agree with the statement, disagree with the statement or give your opinion which contains a balance approach to the issues in the statement. This does not mean you can…

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  • Writing Discussion Essays in IELTS Writing

    1. Introductory paragraph: A very common trick to nail your introduction paragraph is to read the question thoroughly, look carefully as to what it is asking, and then paraphrase it. You need to present your hypothesis in the introduction paragraph without making it sound like a repetition of the question. Remember, IELTS does not require…

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