What It Really Takes to Go From English Self-Doubt to Leadership Confidence

Do you ever want to speak up in a high-stakes meeting, but your mind suddenly go blank?

The right words disappear.

You second-guess your English.

And while your fluent colleagues speak with ease, you feel stuck, frustrated and overlooked.

You’re not alone. And more importantly, you're not the problem.

Hi, I’m Tannia Suárez, a Leadership Communication Coach who’s helped professionals from over 30 countries communicate with confidence, clarity and connection in English.

If you’re a high-performing executive who’s ready to lead with more impact, here’s your action plan:

1️⃣ Build Unshakeable Confidence

Why It Matters: 

80% of executives say strong communication drives leadership credibility.

But when English isn’t your first language, small mistakes can spiral into self-doubt and hesitation.

Actionable Tip:

Before your next meeting or presentation, pause and remember a moment when your English made a real impact, even something small.

Let that success ground you. This helps train your body to replace anxiety with calm, focused energy.

Client Spotlight: A CFO, terrified of presenting complex data in English, used this mindset shift to stop freezing under pressure. She now leads international board meetings with calm, clear authority.

2️⃣ Speak with Crystal Clarity

Why It Matters: 

It's not your accent. It’s your message.

Miscommunication wastes time, causes confusion, and undercuts your leadership.

Actionable Tip:

Stop scripting. Start explaining.

Practice your key points like you're talking to a smart colleague over coffee.

You’ll sound more natural, more confident and more persuasive.

Client Spotlight: A CTO thought his accent was the problem. But with coaching, he realized his delivery lacked structure and energy. Now he's able motivate his teams through clarity and focus in his company's town halls.

3️⃣ Master Authentic Connection

Why It Matters: 

Small talk and strategic networking aren’t optional. They're career multipliers.

Leaders who build genuine connections are 3x more likely to inspire loyalty (Harvard Business Review).

Actionable Tip:

Ditch generic questions. Lead with curiosity.

If you know a colleague loves basketball, ask about their favorite team. It’s personal, memorable, and builds genuine rapport.

Client Spotlight: An entrepreneur who used to avoid networking now uses smart small talk to spark meaningful connections, ones that led to new clients and partnerships.

Your Next Step

You don’t need perfect English to be an exceptional leader.

You need the right strategy, tools, and support to communicate with power and purpose.

If you’re ready to elevate your presence, connect across cultures, and speak like the leader you are, book a call here to apply to the Leadership Communication Accelerator.

You're one call away from your next level of leadership. Let’s unlock it, together.