John McGory

John McGory is an author, educator, and consultant focusing on improving English speaking for international and corporate entities and people.

Speak English well if you’re shy

The shy can speak English well.  But does shyness hold you back? Do you have a lot to offer but are afraid to share? Humans’ most amazing gift is the ability to talk. Scientists still don’t know how we do it. Unfortunately, shyness stops many people from being successful. Shyness creates a river of emotions …

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How to stay positive in the nasty world of giving and receiving advice

“Man is born free, and everywhere he is in chains.”   Swiss philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau (This is an unsolicited advice column on the perils of giving unsolicited advice.  I realize and accept the hypocrisy in it.) Let’s paint the picture.  One minute you’re chit-chatting with a family member, enjoying dinner.  Then, without warning, a well-intentioned but …

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A Nobel-Prize-winning talking strategy

Negotiating conflicts of interest boils down to horse trading. For example, instead of saying, “I’ll give you the white horse for the brown one” we say “I’ll give you money if you give me 40 hours of work each week.”  Both parties decide if the trade is fair. The “transactions” become tough-minded when threats come …

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Breakdown! Tips for a flat tire on life’s highway

My mind drifted off, thinking about the just concluded two-day visit to Cleveland to see my son and his family.   The peaceful trip back to Columbus rolled along in the fast lane at a steady 75 mph on Interstate 71. Suddenly, peace turned to chaos.  “Thump, thump, thump,” began ringing out as I hung onto …

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Knocked down? 7 eye-opening tips to get back into the game

Life knocks you down.  You lose a job, a significant other, or an opportunity.  After rubbing your chin, you mutter “never again,” promising to quit setting yourself up for failure. So instead of trying you accept a life of escapism by playing video games or shopping.  The trade seems simple:  no success, but no disappointment.  …

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