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Elevating Communication: Moving from Singlish to Professional English in the Workplace

In today's globalized world, the ability to communicate effectively in English is a vital skill, regardless of your profession. Our intensive one-day course is meticulously designed to help participants enhance their English-speaking abilities, ensuring clarity and confidence in every conversation.

Participants will be equipped with essential tools to reduce common linguistic barriers, allowing them to articulate ideas effectively and be clearly understood by listeners from diverse backgrounds. This course will delve into practical exercises on pronunciation, vocabulary expansion, and sentence structuring, all aimed at refining one's spoken English.

Additionally, through interactive sessions and real-time feedback, attendees will learn strategies to overcome speaking anxieties, enabling them to present themselves with poise and assurance. Whether you're looking to impress in professional settings, or simply wish to express yourself with more precision in daily interactions, this course is your stepping stone to more impactful communication.

Elevate your spoken English, understand and be understood, and stride forward with newfound confidence. Join us for a transformative learning experience.

Objective

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
1. Distinguish Between Singlish and Standard English: Understand the key differences in structure, vocabulary, and usage.
2. Contextual Usage: Recognize the appropriate scenarios to use either Singlish or Standard English, adapting to both informal and formal settings.
3. Enhance Vocabulary and Grammar: Identify commonly misused words and translate typical Singlish expressions into Standard English. Rectify prevalent grammar errors to elevate the clarity of their messages.
4. Improve Pronunciation: Master the correct pronunciation of frequently mispronounced words and enhance overall articulation by emphasizing word and sentence stress.
5. Appreciate Cultural Context: Gain insights into the historical and cultural backdrop of Singlish, enriching their understanding of its place in Singaporean society.
6. Boost Communication Confidence: Empower themselves with effective communication strategies, overcoming apprehensions and confidently conveying their thoughts in diverse settings.

Outline

Module 1: Introduction

• Singlish vs. Standard English: Learn the basics of each and their differences.
• When to Use What: Know when it's best to use Singlish or Standard English.

Module 2: Words & Expressions

• Common Errors: Identify typical mistakes in words and phrases.
• Singlish to English: Learn the English counterparts of familiar Singlish terms.
• Grammar Basics: Understand and correct common sentence structure issues.

Module 3: Speaking Clearly

• Pronunciation Tips: Master the right way to say commonly mispronounced words.
• Stress in Speech: Practice emphasizing certain parts of words and sentences for clarity.

Module 4: Cultural Context

• Origins of Singlish: Dive into the history and evolution of Singlish in Singaporean culture.
• Adapting Language for Audience: Learn to switch between Singlish and Standard English based on the listener's background.

Module 5: Building Confidence

• Overcoming Fear: Techniques to combat nervousness or anxiety when speaking.
• Role-Playing: Engage in real-life scenarios to practice speaking with confidence.

Who should attend

1. Working Professionals in Singapore: Especially those in client-facing roles, public relations, or international business settings where clear and standardized communication is essential.
2. Non-native English Speakers in Singapore: Expatriates or foreigners who wish to understand the nuances between Singlish and Standard English to better integrate and communicate in both social and professional settings.
3. Educators and Trainers: Those aiming to guide students or trainees in improving their English language proficiency.
4. Public Speakers and Presenters: Individuals looking to refine their language for clearer and more impactful presentations.
5. Anyone in Singapore: Looking to transition from casual Singlish to more polished, professional English in specific contexts or settings.

Methodology

1. Interactive Lectures: Educators will provide structured lessons on the differences between Singlish and Standard English, utilizing real-world examples and comparisons.
2. Hands-on Activities: Participants will engage in exercises where they'll convert Singlish phrases to Standard English, allowing for practical application of the knowledge.
3. Pronunciation Drills: Emphasis on phonetic exercises to correct commonly mispronounced words and to reinforce correct articulation.
4. Role-Playing Sessions: Simulate real-world situations where participants can practice switching between Singlish and Standard English based on the context.
5. Feedback Mechanism: After each activity, immediate feedback will be provided to ensure participants understand their areas of improvement.
6. Group Discussions: Encourage participants to share their experiences and challenges with language, fostering peer learning.

Particular of Diana Rahman

Diana Rahman is an ICF ACC trained coach and a successful Image Consultant having spent 10 years with Jill Lowe International. She has since been a corporate trainer for 23 years.

After 6 years as a former professional in the banking industry, Diana made a vital switch and pursued her passion in helping others in Soft skills Development. Diana has extensive experience conducting numerous corporate programs, where she has provided training to executive officers and uniformed staff on various essential topics. These topics include but are not limited to Professional Image Presentation, storytelling, Email Writing, Business & Social Etiquette, Verbal & Non-Verbal Communication, Resilience-Building, Confidence Building, Motivation, Stress Management, Goal-setting, Customer/Client Management Skills, and more.

One of her key achievements is a 10-day Bootcamp, where she conducted Team building, Customer Service Excellence and Motivation project for all 200+ staffs of La Digue Lodge in Seychelles. In 2012, she was awarded the Promising Star Trainer award by Celebrate Life Holdings Pte Ltd.

Her engaging style of presentations and 'live' demonstrations reach out and connect to audiences of various backgrounds, from financial, hospitality and creative industries to healthcare professionals and students.

Diana is also a Memory Trainer, since 2012, and was trained by Alan Yip - founder of Mind Edge and Chief Trainer of the Singapore Memory Team. Under his wing, she teaches participants various proficiencies in study skills, memory techniques, Goal setting, Note-Taking, Study Personality, amongst others.

She also runs Personal Development workshops on Motivation, Confidence Building and Self-esteem Management for Girls Home and Women's Prison.

Diana has also been invited to conduct workshops in Seychelles, Malaysia, Cambodia and Vietnam.

In 2021, her co-authored the book Venus Rising: The Phoenix Awakens, where she talks about her resilience through trials and tribulations; and the rise of women in entrepreneurship. In 2022, the book became an Amazon #1 bestseller.