Embrace Your Accent
Speak American English Confidently
Communicate with clarity & confidence in English; the universal language of business faster than you can imagine.
Your journey to confident communication starts here. Our blended learning approach embraces your individuality, transforming your accent into a powerful tool for connection.
With Be Understood, you’ll find the support, resources, and guidance to communicate effectively, no matter where you are or who you’re speaking to.
Speak With Pride, Ensuring Every Word Is Understood.
Our mission is to empower non-native English speakers with the confidence and skills to communicate effectively in American English.
At Be Understood, we believe that your voice deserves to be heard and understood, no matter where you come from. Effective communication in English shouldn’t be the privilege of native speakers alone. It’s a skill that can be mastered by anyone, with the right guidance and tools – tools that we’re proud to offer.
Speak with Confidence:
Learn the subtleties of American English intonation and rhythm to convey your thoughts clearly and confidently.
Understand and Be Understood:
Grasp the nuances of pronunciation that make all the difference in how you’re understood by others.
Embrace Your Unique Voice:
Celebrate your accent and learn how to use it to your advantage in any setting.
How We Can Help
Don’t let communication barriers hold you back any longer!
Unlock the secrets of American intonation and rhythm with our specialized training programs. We understand that an accent is not a barrier – it’s a bridge to connect your unique cultural background with the nuances of American English.
Join Our Beyond Pronunciation Membership
Learn how to communicate clearly, confidently, & consistently with interactive speech coaching to get the results you deserve.
*this is an ongoing monthly membership
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Why Choose Us
Transformative Learning Experience
Our innovative approach goes beyond traditional language learning. We focus on the melody of American English, ensuring that even heavily accented individuals can be clearly understood when they adopt the American pattern of intonation.
Linda’s expertise and life experiences shape the foundation of Be Understood. With a master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology, she brings a unique perspective to language learning.
Be Understood provides a learning experience that transcends traditional language barriers. Our approach to teaching American English intonation and pronunciation is designed to empower you, no matter where you come from.
We’re here to help you break down language barriers and emerge as exceptional communicators in English, so you can achieve the success you deserve.
What Our Alumni Are Saying
Transforming Lives Through Language
At Be Understood, we’re proud of the community we’ve built and the progress each member has made. But don’t just take our word for it – hear it directly from our learners who have experienced the change firsthand.
I went to Linda before I started working on my podcast. I wanted to perfect my diction and my overall tone of my voice.
Not only did she help me with that she also gave me some other tips that really helped my career. Thank you, Linda you are the best. Looking forward to our next session.
Highly recommend Be Understood to anyone who wants to improve their English/Pronunciation!
I especially enjoyed working with Linda because of her unique style to understand students’ needs and enable them to achieve their goals.
I’m very thankful that Linda’s ways of mentoring helped me understand the pronunciation of words and intonation of American English.
Be Understood taught me about American intonation, working on word stress, pitch, rise and fall, and much more.
I’m more confident while speaking American English, and I wholeheartedly recommend Linda and Be Understood to anyone looking to improve their English communication skills.
I had the privilege of working with Linda, the founder of Be Understood, to refine my English communication skills, particularly my pronunciation as a native Chinese speaker.
Linda’s scientific approach to speech therapy was impressive. She provided exercises and techniques that were tailored to my specific needs. Linda always went the extra mile to ensure that I fully understood the material, and her encouragement kept me motivated throughout the process.
I am so happy I have come across Be Understood. The lessons and techniques are so much more than I have learned anywhere.
The lessons are so effective, practical and helpful in boosting my confidence, making me a more effective speaker. It also helped me in projecting myself both at work and in any social situation. I was actually surprised by how much I discovered about reaching the fullest potential in my American English speaking skills. Thank you so much, Linda!
Don’t let language hold you back!
Join the ‘Beyond Pronuncation’ membership today!
Transform your communication skills to propel you toward endless opportunities.
