From strong accent to strong presence - the transformation starts here
From strong accent to strong presence - the transformation starts here
Welcome to Speak With Grace.
My name is Alicja and I work with leaders, executives and entrepreneurs who operate internationally and understand the power of how they speak.
If your message is strong but your accent still speaks before you do, I help you change that.Through bespoke one-to-one coaching I support you in refining your spoken English so your voice reflects the clarity, confidence and authority of your ideas.
This is not about sounding British.
It's about sounding like you — at your most articulate, credible and compelling.
Does this sound like you?
Despite your skills and fluency, you’re still quietly placed in the ‘non-native’ box - competent, but not influential.
The way you speak doesn’t build authority. It doesn’t leave a lasting impression.
Sometimes people ask you to repeat yourself - even though you’re speaking clearly.
You don’t always keep up when someone speaks fast, with a different accent, and you lose the rhythm of the conversation.
You know the language very well, but it feels like your voice doesn’t reflect who you are or what you’re capable of.
It sounds like you, but not quite.
You know that if you spoke differently - with more calm, precision and presence - you’d already be perceived the way you deserve to be.
What could your language transformation look like?
I don’t offer you standard language lessons.
I offer a personalised service focused on accent and speech transformation - tailored to your goals, environment and ambitions.I work with individuals who want to speak English not just correctly, but with class, calm and authority - so that their voice works in their favour in every setting: professional, public or personal.
Together, we work towards helping you:
speak with confidence, clarity and ease
master accent, rhythm and intonation without sounding forced
sound the way you want to be perceived - clear, composed and professional
develop a way of speaking that reflects your expertise, presence and poise
This is not tutoring.
This is a personal transformation of how you speak and how you're perceived- with lasting impact on every conversation, presentation and decision you make.
Your voice. Refined for the world stage
My mission: clear English for global professionals
Hi, I’m Alicja - and I believe that the way you speak shapes the way you’re perceived.
Although Polish is my first language, I speak English at a native-like level. My British accent wasn’t given - it was built, step by step.Music was my first language.
When I was a teenager, I studied classical piano and spent hours refining my ear and sense of rhythm. Mastering Chopin’s “Revolutionary Étude” taught me patience, precision, and emotional control - skills that now define how I listen, coach, and teach speech. At the time, I had no idea I was training for something far beyond performance: the subtle art of spoken sound.Over time, I developed a deep love of languages. In addition to English and Polish, I speak German and am currently learning Spanish - each one offering a new way to hear, think, and connect.My fascination with elegance in communication also led me to train as a certified etiquette coach, deepening my knowledge through international programmes including the European School of Diplomacy. I value the clarity, confidence, and quiet strength that intentional communication brings - whether in speech or behaviour.
I’m an experienced English teacher with a background in management psychology, a certified NLP practitioner, and a coach trained in transformational methods. I also hold the Cambridge CPE certificate, and over the years I’ve worked with expert accent coaches from both the UK and Poland.My specialty is Modern Southern British English (Modern RP) - a refined, fluent accent that’s both clear and expressive. I continue to develop my skills at University College London (UCL), where I attended one of Europe’s most respected phonetics courses: the Summer Course in English Phonetics.In my sessions, I combine phonetic precision with deep listening, coaching tools, and a musical ear for rhythm, tone, and presence.
I don’t teach only correct pronunciation - I help you speak in a way that matches how you want to be perceived.I sound this way because I chose to work on my accent - it’s the result of intention and persistence.
If you're curious how your English could sound - you're warmly invited to listen to the samples below.
Helping international speakers find their voice
If you hold yourself to high standards when it comes to language — and want your English to reflect the same level of refinement as your expertise — you’re in the right place.I work with individuals who understand that pronunciation and speech are part of their professional presence — just as essential as experience or credentials. I support those who want to speak beautifully, naturally, and with impact — to be truly heard and remembered.I’ve had the pleasure of working with:
• managers, lawyers, doctors, and HR professionals,
• university lecturers and in-house corporate trainers,
• actors, voice artists, and individuals preparing for public speaking,
• content creators, media experts, and thought leaders,
• and those who simply love language and want to sound like a native speaker — with natural intonation, subtlety, and elegance.
Accent reduction benefits
✔ A Professional Presence
Your accent is your signature. A refined sound boosts your credibility and lets you speak with class — in every situation.✔ A Voice That Stays With Them
You sound confident, attractive, and natural. That’s how you get remembered, even if you speak briefly.✔ Greater confidence
No more worrying whether someone understands you. Fluency, intonation, and ease of speech give you control and comfort in every conversation.✔ A skill for life
Once mastered, your accent stays with you — wherever you go: at work, on stage, in conversations or recordings. It’s an investment that pays off daily.
Questions? I’ve got answers
1. Do I need to speak English very well before we start?
No. A B1/B2 level is enough - you should be able to hold a conversation and understand general context. We don’t focus on grammar - our work is all about pronunciation, sound, and intonation.2. Do you also teach American accents?
At the moment, I don’t offer full American accent training, though I’m actively developing in that direction. I also work with clients who don’t wish to completely let go of their American pronunciation habits.
Their goal is often a so-called transatlantic accent - elegant, neutral, and easily understood in international settings.
It’s a style used by actress Anya Taylor-Joy: distinctive, well-balanced, and subtly blending elements of both accents.3. How long is each session?
Standard sessions are 60-90 minutes. We work intensively and one-on-one, with full focus on your needs and goals.4. Are sessions held online?
Yes, sessions are primarily held online - you can join from anywhere in the world.
If you’re based in Warsaw, in-person sessions may be available upon request and subject to availability.5. How quickly will I see results?
Most clients notice clear results after around 3 months of consistent work.
If we’re working toward a specific goal - like a speech at an international conference - the effect can be immediate.
In such cases, we focus on precision, presence, and a sound that makes an impact from the very first word.
After a year of regular sessions, you’ll be speaking with a completely different accent - confident, distinct, and natural.6. Do you provide recordings or exercises between sessions?
Yes. Each client receives an audio recording of every session - so you can review and reinforce the material.
I also provide dedicated audio resources to help you replicate key sounds, intonation patterns, or speech segments.
These tools help you continue developing your accent between sessions.
Real feedback from accent reduction clients
“As an engineer, I had never paid much attention to pronunciation - until I was asked to give an important presentation in an international setting. I knew how much the way I spoke would matter.
Working with Alicja helped me speak with clarity, confidence, and calm. It allowed me to focus on my message instead of stressing over my accent.”
-Paweł, software architect
“I teach at a university and regularly take part in international projects. I knew my pronunciation was holding me back.
Working with Ala has been a breakthrough. With every session, I’m improving my sound, fluency, intonation, and delivery.
I feel like my voice is finally starting to represent me the way I want it to.”
- Joanna, university lecturer
“I highly recommend working with Alicja!
She helped me prepare for a presentation at an international medical conference. I wanted my English pronunciation to sound correct and professional.
In a short time and through focused, intensive sessions, I received clear guidance and speech exercises that helped me deliver my talk with complete ease.
I felt comfortable and confident. Alicja has a wonderful, thoughtful approach to her clients.
Thanks to our work, I truly believed I could speak correctly - and I wasn’t the only one who noticed.
At the conference, I received many compliments on my pronunciation, and my talk was officially recognized with a distinction.
I’ll definitely continue working with her. I recommend her with all my heart!”
- Adriana, medical doctor
Let’s make English your strength
Discover what’s possible when your English voice feels clear, natural, and truly yours.
Whether it’s for work, public speaking, or everyday life - I’m here to support your journey toward a more confident, effortless way of speaking.
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