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THE PROBLEM
- You've rehearsed the content ten times, but the moment you switch to English, half your fluency disappears
- A mispronounced word or a hesitant pause is enough for a room to underestimate what you actually know
- You translate in your head before you speak, and by the time you're ready, the conversation has moved on
"In an international meeting, you're judged in seconds, often before anyone reads a word you've prepared."
- In your own language you'd be persuasive. In English, you play it safe and say less than you mean
- You've turned down a conference talk, a client pitch, or an interview because the thought of doing it in English was too stressful
- Meanwhile, colleagues with a weaker argument win the room, simply because they sound more at ease saying it
Picture your next high-stakes moment, and imagine it going differently.
You walk into the board presentation, the town hall, the client pitch, and every word lands exactly as you intended.
Your accent is still yours, it always will be, but it's never once a barrier to being understood.
You choose your words instead of reaching for whatever comes out first.
Your message is clear enough to be remembered days later, not just heard in the room.
You put your hand up for the next opportunity instead of hoping no one asks you to speak.
You field tough questions from the floor without losing your thread or your composure.
THE TRANSFORMATION
This is what confident, credible communication in English actually feels like, and it's exactly what we build with you, one session at a time.
Meet Catherine
I'm Catherine Aygen, your coach. I've spent over 20 years helping executives and entrepreneurs communicate with impact in English, including seven years in Japan and Singapore with the British Council, and more than a decade coaching in France.
I hold a Master's in Linguistics, a TESOL qualification, and certifications as a Neurolanguage Coach and Intercultural Communication Trainer. I'm also a member of Toastmasters and a regular conference speaker myself, so I know exactly what it feels like to be on that stage.
Why work with A Star
Expert Coach
You'll work with Catherine, or one of her trainers, depending on your specific needs, benefiting from 20+ years of experience helping non-native speakers communicate in international environments.
Training for your reality
Nothing generic. One-to-one coaching is 100% tailored to you, and group training is personalised to your team.
Advanced Technology
Our AI speech analysis tool complements your coaching: cut filler words, sharpen delivery, and track your progress session by session.
Based on Scientific Research
Our methods draw on neuroscience research into how adults learn and communicate, so you progress faster and retain more.
Flexible Formats
In person in Grasse, anywhere in Europe for group programmes, or online via Teams, Zoom, or your platform of choice.
Qualiopi Certified
If you're based in France, your training may be financed through your OPCO or CPF.
See our certificate →
Choose Your Path
FOR INDIVIDUALS
Executive presence, pronunciation, and presentation skills, built around your goals.
One-to-one linguistic and communication coaching
AI-powered self-study with the A Star Yoodli platform
Prepare for a specific presentation, pitch, or interview
FOR COMPANIES AND TEAMS
Group training and full communication pathways for your organisation.
Two-day intensive public speaking and persuasive communication training
Full needs audit and tailored training pathway for your teams
Combine group training with individual coaching and AI tools
How It Works
01
Book a Free Consultation
We discuss your goals, or your team's, in a short call.
02
Get your Tailored Programme
A proposal built around your real needs, not a generic course.
03
Train with Feedback that Sticks
Every session ends with techniques you can use immediately, backed by our AI speech analysis tool where relevant.
04
Measure your Progress
Track improvement over time and walk away with skills that hold up under pressure.
Testimonials
"This coaching enabled me to structure my ideas in English, to have the sequences and the links, which allowed me to feel at ease and make a very fluent presentation."
- Eric, CEO
"It's the first time someone has explained to me how to pronounce H's, intonation on words, and how to clarify a speech by using shorter sentences. Catherine really knew how to adapt the course to my needs."
- Lionel, Sales Director
Looking for CPF-certified professional English training for your company? Visit A Star Formation, our sister training organisation for French companies and professionals.