In this episode of Chinwag Tuesdays, I sit down with Tom, an English teacher from Melbourne and the founder of Ace Language Academy. Tom shares his inspiring journey from working in banking and travelling the world to discovering his passion for teaching English. He talks about how his experiences living abroad and learning new languages shaped his teaching philosophy, and how he now helps students build confidence, improve their pronunciation, and immerse themselves in Australian culture.

🔑 Key Highlights:

💼 From Banking to Teaching – Tom’s transition from a corporate career to founding his own language academy.

📚 The Callan Method – How a unique teaching approach sparked Tom’s love for language education.

🏫 Building Ace Language Academy – The challenges and rewards of starting a language school in Melbourne.

🗣️ Pronunciation & Confidence – Why mastering pronunciation is key to speaking confidently in English.🇦🇺 Cultural Immersion – The importance of understanding Aussie slang, idioms, and phrasal verbs.

🎯 Personalised Learning – How Tom tailors lessons to help students achieve their specific goals, whether it’s for work, study, or everyday life.

If you’ve ever felt held back by self-doubt or struggled to feel confident speaking English, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring insights. Tom’s passion for teaching and his relatable approach to language learning make this a must-watch for anyone looking to improve their English skills.

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How to contact Tom:

• Website: https://www.acelanguageacademy.com.au/: Use the code ACEMATE which is exclusive to the people listening to this episode and get $100 OFF your first next full general English course. Contact Tom via call, text, WhatsApp (number on the website) or email info@acelanguageacademy.com.au .

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acelanguageacademy/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/acelanguageacademy.com.au/

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@acelanguageacademy3158

• LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/company/ace-language-academy