AptSpeak

For Professionals

You know the answer. Say it like you do.

1:1 coaching for professionals from Asia working at US and Western companies. We work on speaking up in meetings, prepping for interviews, and handling client calls — so the way you say something stops undercutting what you actually know.

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Coached by Steve · 4.9★ from 72 student reviews on Preply · 5,800+ lessons

A woman in glasses and a dark blazer answering confidently across the desk from an interviewer

Sound familiar?

The moments that hold good people back

A man at his desk shrugging at his laptop, unsure what to say on a call

Your name comes up in stand-up, and your mind goes blank.

Read: The Standup Problem →
A woman at her laptop with her hand pressed to her forehead, overwhelmed by her workload

You said “I’ll try” to a deadline you knew was impossible.

Read: How to Say No to a Deadline →
Colleagues standing and applauding a smiling man seated at the head of a meeting table

Your reviews say “great work”, but the promotion goes to someone else.

Read: Why “Great Work” Isn’t Getting You Promoted →
A man in a white shirt leaning against a wall, frowning at a message on his phone

You read a Slack message three times and still aren’t sure what they want.

Read: Decoding Western Slack Messages →

If any of these sound like you, that’s exactly what we work on.

What we work on

Built around the conversations you actually have

  • Speaking up in meetings

    Share your view early, without waiting to be asked.

  • Pushing back on deadlines and scope

    Say no clearly, offer options, and keep the relationship.

  • Client calls and small talk

    Open calls with ease and move smoothly into business.

  • Status updates, Slack, and email

    Lead with the answer so people know where things stand.

  • Job interviews

    Turn your experience into clear “I did this” stories.

  • Getting recognised for your work

    Make your impact visible to managers and decision-makers.

  • 1:1, built around your role
  • Interview prep included
  • Scheduled around your time zone

How it works

Your first session, step by step

No setup, no textbook — just your real situation.

  1. 1
    2 minutes

    Book a 25-minute trial

    Pick a time on the booking page. Times show in your own time zone.

  2. 2
    Optional

    Tell us what's coming up

    Share the meeting, interview, or call you're preparing for, so the session starts with your real situation.

  3. 3
    25 minutes

    Practise it live with Steve

    On Google Meet, say it out loud and get feedback on what you said and how it landed.

  4. 4
    After the call

    Leave with a plan

    Phrases you can use right away, and a recommendation for what to work on next. No obligation.

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Your coach

Meet Steve

13 years
teaching professionals across Asia
8 years
at international schools
5,800+
lessons taught on Preply

Originally from Arizona, Steve has spent 13 years teaching and mentoring professionals across Asia, including 8 years at international schools in China, Cambodia, and Vietnam. He specialises in interview preparation and workplace communication — helping people turn their technical skills into clear, confident stories that land with managers and clients. He has spent the last 5 years coaching professionals one-to-one on Preply, rated 4.9 by 72 students.

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Student reviews

What Steve’s students say

4.9 on Preply · 72 reviews · 5,800+ lessons

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Reviews are from Steve’s Preply profile. Results vary from person to person.

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Frequently asked questions

What English level do I need?
If you already use English to do your job, you're ready. Coaching starts from where you are and focuses on the situations you actually face.
Is it only for people in tech?
No. Many clients work in software and IT, but the coaching suits anyone who works with Western colleagues or clients — including finance, consulting, operations, and support.
Who will coach me?
Steve, AptSpeak's founder and lead coach. Originally from Arizona, Steve has spent 13 years teaching and mentoring professionals across Asia, including 8 years at international schools in China, Cambodia, and Vietnam. He specializes in interview preparation and workplace communication — helping people turn their technical skills into clear, confident stories that land with managers and clients.
Can I bring a specific meeting or interview to prepare for?
Yes, and it's often the most useful kind of session. Bring the meeting, interview, or client call you're preparing for, and we'll work on it together.
How long are regular sessions?
60 minutes, one-to-one.
How does scheduling work across time zones?
The booking page shows available times in your own time zone automatically, so you can book around your work hours — including right before an important call or interview.

Bring your next meeting. We’ll work on it together.

A short trial session with Steve, built around a real situation you’re facing this week.

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25 minutes · Google Meet · No obligation