Ready to free yourself from the pressure and stress of online English presentations and meetings and start to…
SPEAK LIKE AN EXPERT ONLINE?
Struggling to keep up—and wondering if this is really sustainable?
What if, in just 3 months, you could go from rushing and reacting to clarity, confidence, and calm—without sacrificing your performance or personal life?
Are you struggling to communicate clearly, confidently, and convincingly?
Now that virtual meetings are such a crucial part of business, you probably already recognize that you need to
Engage your clients or colleagues
Be clear and persuasive
Answer questions confidently
BUT if you’re like many Japanese professionals working in global business, you may be worried about
making embarrassing English mistakes
not being able to find the right word
not sounding intelligent or sophisticated
people not understanding you...
It’s normal to feel this kind of pressure when expectations are high for you as a business professional and you have to think on your feet - especially when you’re speaking in your non-native language.
In fact, there’s an even BIGGER problem:
When you’re “in your head” focusing on getting your English right
You lose the connection with your audience
You’re not engaging or persuasive at all
That means you miss out on huge opportunities to impress your global clients and colleagues and get meaningful business results.
Now you may be thinking...
“Ah, yes, I need to improve my English skills.”
But how much time and money have you already spent studying English?
Where has that got you?
Better grammar and a bigger vocabulary are NOT the solution.
At last! A new possibility for you...
Here’s a brand new, more efficient and effective way for you to be a more impressive speaker in front of global clients and colleagues online.
Now, just imagine how great it would feel to speak like an expert in your English presentations.
With the self-study Speak Like An Expert Online course, you’ll learn step-by-step all the techniques you need to go from being a “Hesitant English Speaker” to a “Confident Global Communicator” by using the proven methodology of the Speak Like An Expert Solution.
It’s normal to feel this kind of pressure when expectations are high for you as a business professional and you have to think on your feet - especially when you’re speaking in your non-native language.
So, how exactly will each lesson help you?
1. PREPARE Like An Expert
NAVIGATE YOUR NERVES
Get over your nerves, so that you start to feel confident and connect with your audience.
ANALYZE YOUR AUDIENCE
Understand what’s important for the people listening and make your message matter.
Includes your Audience Analysis Template.
STRUCTURE YOUR STORY
Create a logical flow that’s easy for others to follow (and for you to remember!).
Includes your Simple Structure Template.
2. PRESENT Like An Expert
BOOST YOUR BODY LANGUAGE
Use your face, posture, and gestures to engage people and clarify your message.
Includes your Body Language Checklist and Self Assessment.
VITALIZE YOUR VOICE
Vary your vocals to keep your audience’s attention and show your confidence.
Includes your Vocal Checklist and Self Assessment.
3. SUPPORT YOURSELF Like An Expert
CREATE CONVINCING SLIDES
Design and deliver PowerPoint slides that clearly support your message instead of confusing your audience.
Includes your 12-Point Checklist For Powerful Presentation Slides.
REMEMBER WHAT TO SAY
Learn time-efficient ways to practice your presentation and discover exactly what to do when your mind goes blank.
Includes your Remember What To Say Checklist.
HANDLE Q&A CONFIDENTLY
Answer even unexpected questions quickly and clearly, so that you can fully demonstrate your expertise and add even more value.
USE SPECIAL ONLINE TECHNIQUES
Use special online features to engage your audience and take the pressure off you.
Who is your Speak Like An Expert Online Coach?
I'm Helen Iwata. I coach high-potential and high-achieving managers and executives to communicate confidently and persuasively and to perform at their best in global business.
Originally from England, I’ve lived and worked in Japan for over 30 years. During my ten years with McKinsey & Company in Tokyo, I served as manager of client communications and trained consultants and clients in leadership and communication skills, including presentations and meeting facilitation.
In May 2013, I established Sasuga Communications and am now the go-to communication expert for multiple multinationals to design and lead their high-level training and coaching programs.
I’ve coached thousands of business professionals and delivered presentations worldwide, including in Japan, Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Poland, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
I've served as faculty for the Tokyo University Executive Management Program and won the 2017 Waseda University Teaching Award for my Strategic Thinking and Communication MBA course.
I’m a TEDx speaker and coach, Nikkei online columnist, and author of the Japanese book Eigo no Shigoto-jutsu, published by Shogakukan. I’m also the host of the Sasuga! Podcast.
These speaker success stories could be yours
"I was not nervous at all"
I had an opportunity to make two presentations at a global conference, in front of 240-250 colleagues. Thanks to the learning from Helen, I was not nervous at all, rather was able to enjoy the interaction with the audience ;-) And I got lots of positive feedback at a record-high level!!
Yasushi Maruyama, Tokyo Office Leader, Egon Zehnder
"Ideal for intensive study"
Suddenly, I had to facilitate online. It was difficult for me to find time to study, but I was able to listen to the audio version of Speak Like An Expert Online repeatedly during my commute. I made my own notes and then went through the workbooks.
At the same time, I practiced for my event while being conscious of the points introduced in Speak Like An Expert Online. So, on the day of my online event, I could handle the facilitation calmly.
Speak Like An Expert Online is easy to understand and the key points are summarized, so I felt it was ideal for intensive study.
Miho, professional services industry
"Very concise and practical"
Everything you need to give a presentation is introduced step by step, and there are videos, workbooks, and checklists for each section. This made it really easy to use. The content was very concise and practical.
I tended to put lots of detail in my PowerPoint. It was great that I learned about narrowing the points.
I also found the advice related to real, easily imaginable situations to be useful, such as what to do when you go blank.
Akiko, finance industry
"I discovered how to present without memorizing my script"
By reviewing everything from structure to delivery, I was able to stop doing things “in my own made-up way.” In particular, a big step for me was discovering how to present without having to memorize my script. The course was full of skills that I can use in meetings, when facilitating workshops, and in other communication.
Eriko, education industry
Now you’re probably thinking, “Helen, this sounds great, but I’m just so busy. I don’t have time…”
Well, what you need is...
Bite-sized training that works for you
If you’re like many of my clients, you’re a high-performing business professional and you already have a full schedule. I know. That’s exactly why I designed the Speak Like An Expert Online course for you to study
whenever you want
wherever you want
however you want
Even if studying during your commute is no longer an option because you’re working from home, you can simply grab 10 or 15 minutes whenever is convenient in your day.
Make consistent progress in small steps.
Do what works for you.
Look what's waiting inside for you
All the rich content of this course is housed in the beautiful and easy-to-follow Speak Like An Expert Online Library.
Each lesson in the Library has a Comments section, where you can easily ask questions or share your progress.
Get a sneak peek in this short video.
9 instructional videos in easy-to-understand English
9 audio versions of the videos, so that you can simultaneously learn AND practice your English listening skills
9 comprehensive workbooks with reflection and action sections to deepen your learning
2 templates to save you time
4 checklists to be sure you’re fully prepared
Written materials are in Japanese as well as English to make the content even easier for you to follow and understand.
Speak Like An Expert Online is for you if...
✔ You want to be clear, confident, and convincing in your English online meetings and presentations
✔ You understand the importance of engaging and persuading your global clients and colleagues and want to master those skills
✔ You have a BUSY schedule and need a flexible solution to improve skills that are crucial for your career
✔ You want the peace of mind of being able to save time preparing for presentations
✔ You would benefit from mindset techniques and practical skills that you can use in all communication situations in your work - both in person and online and regardless of language
Speak Like An Expert Online is NOT for you if...
❌ You’re looking for a magic wand to transform you INSTANTLY into an outstanding English presenter - that’s just not going to happen. To improve, you need to commit to studying the content and putting it into practice. And I recommend small, consistent steps that you can flexibly fit into your schedule to get you the results you need.
❌ Your English is beginner level (BUT if you've read this far and you basically understand my English in the video at the top of this page, you're fine!)
Speak Like An Expert Online is for you if...
When you start the Speak Like An Expert Online course, you’re getting the culmination of my 3 decades of global business communication experience and expertise.
My clients include some of Asia’s biggest industry leaders, and they know how crucial clear, confident, convincing presentation skills are for their business.
Regardless of your role - you could be a corporate CEO, team leader, or entrepreneur - you can probably already see what BETTER communication skills and confidence will do for you and your business, right?
And let’s not just look at your next presentation or online meeting...
...but at every speaking opportunity you have from now...
Because…
You get to keep everything!
Yes, you can review any of the content whenever you need to because everything will be waiting for you inside your Speak Like An Expert Online Library.
Start to Speak Like An Expert Online today
As soon as you make your secure online payment after clicking the red button below, you’ll immediately receive
✔️ 9 instructional videos in easy-to-understand English
✔️ 9 audios that also help with English listening skills
✔️ 9 workbooks to deepen your learning - now available in English and Japanese!
✔️ 2 templates to save you time
✔️ 4 checklists to be fully prepared
And get your questions answered in the Comments section of your Online Library
All for just 29,700 yen, including tax
Ready to start communicating more clearly, confidently, and convincingly in your English presentations and online meetings?
HELEN IWATA
Women's Success Coach
I’m an award-winning bilingual coach, speaker, author, podcast host, and working mum.
Originally from the UK, I’ve lived and worked in Japan for over 30 years. At McKinsey, I managed three departments and was one of the few certified trainers in Asia coaching high-achieving consultants and clients in leadership and communication.
After founding my own business more than a decade ago, I became passionate about helping women in Japan succeed professionally—without sacrificing their personal lives.
That mission came from my own painful experiences of burnout, and seeing how many talented women around me kept pushing themselves to exhaustion.
It’s natural to want to do excellent work and keep everyone happy, right?
But it’s mottainai（もったいない）if it costs you your health and happiness.
I discovered a better way: combining outstanding professional skills with selfcare as a success strategy.
Now I’d love to share that with you.
HEATHER DOBBIN
The Sustainable Transformation Coach
I’m a globally recognized, ICF-certified coach and educator with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals to unlock their potential and align their actions with their values.
I’ve coached executives, leaders, and managers across corporate and startup environments—both in Japan and internationally—helping them cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and authentic confidence.
My approach blends somatics, cognitive-behavioral techniques, menstrual cycle awareness, and mindfulness-based practices to help clients succeed professionally and thrive personally.
Based in Tokyo, I actively support women’s success through leadership roles in multiple community organizations.
When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me practicing Muay Thai or tending to my many houseplants.
In case there’s anything I missed, here are some commonly asked questions
How much time will it take to complete this course?
That’s ultimately up to you because the course is self study and self paced. If you wanted to whizz through the course, you could watch all the videos in less than 90 minutes and potentially complete the workbooks, templates, and checklists in around 5 hours. So that’s a total of around 6.5 hours.
However, I recommend that you break this down into time chunks that work for your particular schedule. So you could study, for example, for 15 minutes per day for one month or 30 minutes per day for two weeks.
And, of course, you can repeat the content as much as you want and whenever you want to deepen your learning.
What can I expect when I sign up for Speak Like An Expert Online?
As soon as you sign up online, you’ll be taken to a page with a link that goes straight to your Speak Like An Expert Online Library. So you can get started immediately. Or you can start later, when you’re ready, by clicking the link in the email that we’ll send you (check your Spam filter if you don’t see it after you sign up).
I’m very busy with work and other commitments and not sure I have the time for this.
I understand how difficult it can seem to find time when you have so much on your plate already. That’s why I designed this course for busy professionals like you. You can study at your own pace whenever you want to, so this is ideal if you’re short on time or want to take it slow. You can use your time efficiently for maximum results.
Is the course all in English?
The videos are in English only, but all the written materials - workbooks, templates, and checklists - are also in Japanese to make the content even easier for you to follow and understand.
The course includes English audio versions of all the videos. This means that as well as improving your presentation skills, you can actually practice your English listening skills too, whenever you want to.
You're welcome to ask questions in the Comments section in each lesson in English or Japanese.
I’m not sure my English is good enough.
Watch my video at the top of this page. If you generally understand that, you’re fine. If you don’t understand every single word, that’s okay! You can rewatch the training videos as many times as you like.
Also, the workbooks comprehensively cover the content of the videos, so you can check there for any words that you missed. And you can post questions in the Comments in each lesson in English or Japanese.
If I don’t like the course, can I get a refund?
Watch my video at the top of this page. If you generally understand that, you’re fine. If you don’t understand every single word, that’s okay! You can rewatch the training videos as many times as you like.
Also, the workbooks comprehensively cover the content of the videos, so you can check there for any words that you missed. And you can post questions in the Comments in each lesson in English or Japanese.
How long do I have access to this course?
You have lifetime access to all the materials in this course. Simply log into your Speak Like An Expert Online Library and your materials will be there.
What if my question isn’t answered here?
Contact Team Sasuga! and we’ll respond to you as soon as we can.
Start to speak like an expert online today.
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