1. What do learners say about Get Rid of Your Accent?
Our books, apps and elocution lessons have received positive feedback from international learners, professionals, teachers and native English speakers.
Students particularly appreciate our practical approach to pronunciation, detailed explanations of English sounds and structured speaking exercises.
2. Does the Get Rid of Your Accent method really work?
Our learners' experiences demonstrate how a systematic approach to pronunciation can make a difference.
One London-based derivatives lawyer, Katerina, explained that her Speech Analysis session helped her understand that pronunciation could be broken down into individual sounds, each with specific techniques for improvement.
Instead of relying on imitation alone, she learned how tongue position and mouth movements influence pronunciation.
She left the session with a practical plan for improving her accent.
3. Can adults improve their accents through pronunciation training?
Absolutely. Adults can develop new pronunciation habits through an understanding of phonetics and regular physical practice.
One reviewer, Michael, praised the Get Rid of Your Accent book for its comprehensive coverage of English sounds and its emphasis on understanding mouth and tongue movements.
He particularly appreciated the exercises designed for practising articulation in front of a mirror.
4. Can native English speakers benefit from elocution lessons?
Yes. Elocution is not exclusively for people who speak English as a second language.
An Oxford graduate and barrister from London approached Olga Smith because he wanted to soften his Australian accent and acquire Received Pronunciation (RP).
He also wanted to develop a more powerful, expressive and authoritative speaking voice.
Following individual lessons, he reported substantial improvements in his pronunciation, vocal delivery and public speaking.
5. What do students think about our Speech Analysis?
Students particularly value receiving detailed feedback and understanding exactly what they need to improve.
Rafael Crego, an English teacher from Spain, praised his Speech Analysis for its detailed feedback and practical recommendations.
He felt that the assessment gave him greater confidence to continue developing his pronunciation.
6. What makes the Elocution Lessons app different?
The Elocution Lessons app focuses on practical pronunciation exercises.
One reviewer particularly appreciated its listen, record and compare approach, explaining how recording their own voice helped them recognise pronunciation differences they had previously overlooked.
The reviewer also highlighted the usefulness of the poems and speaking exercises.
7. What do users say about the Fluent English Speech app?
Learners appreciate its focus on connected speech rather than teaching individual words in isolation.
One reviewer highlighted the app's explanations of how English words connect naturally in sentences, alongside its collection of British idioms and expressions.
This makes it particularly useful for people who want to develop more fluent and natural-sounding English.
8. Is the Get Rid of Your Accent app suitable for advanced learners?
Yes. Although the app is accessible to learners at different levels, it offers a comprehensive approach to Received Pronunciation.
One reviewer, who had also tried other RP pronunciation apps, particularly praised its traditional drama-school approach, professional speech recordings and recording functionality.
The reviewer considered it a valuable alternative for people who cannot afford individual elocution lessons.
9. Can the Business English Speech app help professionals?
Yes. Business English Speech focuses on Received Pronunciation through vocabulary and expressions used in business, finance and professional environments.
One lawyer who speaks in court found the app particularly useful for professional communication.
Another reviewer, an Italian speaker who had lived in the UK for 27 years, reported noticeable pronunciation improvements after using the app for several weeks.
10. Are the Get Rid of Your Accent books suitable for English teachers?
Yes. English teachers have praised the books as practical teaching resources.
Nienke Visser-Goodenough, an English teacher, highlighted the usefulness of the structured pronunciation lessons and welcomed the availability of the American English version.
Other teachers have appreciated the combination of words, sentences, verses, tongue twisters and audio pronunciation models.
11. Do the books help with English rhythm and intonation?
Yes. The books contain structured exercises designed to develop pronunciation, speech rhythm and intonation.
One reader particularly appreciated the descriptive explanations, memorable dialogues and practical exercises, explaining how regular practice helped improve both pronunciation and awareness of English speech patterns.
12. Have the books received recognition from speech professionals?
Yes. Joe Windley, Head of Speech at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London, praised the practical value of the books and the experience behind their development.
Our books have also been featured in national publications, including the Times Educational Supplement and Stage magazine for actors.
13. Can I use the books and apps without taking private lessons?
Yes. Many learners use our resources independently.
The books, apps and audio materials provide structured exercises that you can practise at your own pace.
One reader described using the audiobooks for short daily practice sessions and combining them with exposure to British television and other English-language resources.
You can also combine independent study with individual tuition if you would like professional feedback.
14. Do learners notice improvements in their accents?
Some learners have reported that other people noticed changes in their pronunciation after regular practice.
One reviewer described receiving compliments after only a few days of intensive study. They also noticed that becoming more aware of their own speech helped them improve sounds they had not specifically practised.
Individual progress varies, but regular practice and increased awareness can make a meaningful difference.
15. What do students say about private elocution lessons with Olga Smith?
Students appreciate the combination of careful assessment, clear explanations and practical speaking exercises.
Ilya Stibulaev, PhD, from Stanford University, described how Olga first assessed his speech and then worked through individual pronunciation difficulties in detail.
He particularly appreciated the opportunity to speak extensively during lessons, receive corrections and understand how to improve his articulation.
He reported substantial improvements after just several lessons.
16. What makes Olga Smith's teaching approach different?
The approach draws on traditional British drama-school techniques, with particular emphasis on the physical aspects of articulation and developing effective speaking habits.
The Oxford graduate barrister who studied with Olga highlighted three particularly valuable aspects of her teaching:
High standards based on traditional drama-school training.
Detailed and perceptive feedback on individual speech patterns.
Enjoyable lessons with practical and engaging speaking exercises.
17. Are there reviews of the Get Rid of Your Accent audiobooks?
Yes. Listeners have praised the professional narration, structured lessons and variety of pronunciation exercises.
Reviews particularly highlight the usefulness of repeating words, sentences and humorous verses to develop clearer pronunciation.
The audiobooks provide another way to incorporate pronunciation practice into your daily routine.
18. Where can I read more reviews about Get Rid of Your Accent?
You can explore additional reviews and testimonials on our product pages and on the platforms where our books and apps are available.
Our collection includes feedback from international professionals, English teachers, lawyers, students and native English speakers.
19. How can I start improving my pronunciation?
You can choose the learning approach that suits your needs:
Explore our Get Rid of Your Accent books.
Practise with our pronunciation apps.
Study with our video courses.
Listen to our audiobooks.
Book a personalised Speech Analysis and individual elocution lessons.
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