Accent Reduction Classes in NYC
Personalized 1-on-1 online accent reduction classes tailored for non-native business professionals across New York. Whether you’re navigating business meetings in Midtown or engaging in social gatherings in the Upper East Side, I’ll help you speak confidently and clearly in every setting.
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Enhanced Clarity
Improved Fluency and Rhythm
Increased Confidence
Have you experienced
pronunciation frustrations?
No one should be excluded because of their accent. I believe you should be judged based on what you say, not how you sound.
Your Accent is Beautiful
Accents showcase your multilingual abilities and cultural roots. However, if your accent is making it hard for others to understand you in both your professional and personal life, accent reduction might be the solution. When you speak with an accent, people often struggle to understand you, leading to frustration and a loss of confidence.
You want to fit in, be heard, and get ahead, but your accent is holding you back.
With our accent reduction training, you’ll improve your American accent and learn to speak clearly. Our 1:1 training is customized and interactive, using time-tested methods to help you achieve your goals.
Think of this not as replacing your natural accent, but as adding an essential skill to your communication toolbox. You will be able to translate who you are in your native language more effectively into English language.
What You’ll Experience:
Guided Practice
Once you start practicing, you’ll start hearing the difference within the first couple of sessions.
Hearing the Difference
Once you hear the difference in how you sound, the others will start responding to you differently and with that, your confidence will grow.
Growing Confidence
Once you feel more confident, you’ll express yourself more clearly and effectively.
Speaking Clearly
Once you start speaking more clearly, you will open up to better professional opportunities and deeper personal connections.
The 3 Steps That Make All the Difference
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Schedule a FREE Consultation
We will discuss your accent and speaking goals, and recommend how many lessons you need to get your neutralize your accent.
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Personalizing the Plan
We will work on the sounds you need to relearn in order to neutralize your accent or pronunciation in your weekly 1-hour sessions.
3
Become a Confident Speaker!
Use the pronunciation skills from your accent training sessions to become the confident speaker you were meant to be.
“A Lifesaver!!”
— Li Wei Zhang, Project Manager, Manhattan
“No More Repeating Myself!”
— Sofia Martinez, Marketing Specialist, Brooklyn, NYC
“From Overlooked to Empowered!”
— Amir Khan, Legal Assistant, Midtown
Hi, I'm Nikola.
I’ve dedicated my career to helping non-native English speakers like you gain confidence and clarity by mastering American accent, rhythm, and intonation.
I know the challenges of not sounding the way you’d like — and the frustration that follows.
My parents are 1st generation immigrants and English is not their first language. They often faced misunderstandings, frustration, and even embarrassment simply because of how they sounded.
It made them feel like outsiders, like they didn’t belong. They had to work twice as hard to prove themselves professionally compared to their native English-speaking colleagues.
Seeing their challenges inspired me to become an English teacher, specializing in helping people sound more native-like and lose their foreign accents.
My mission? To help you overcome the barrier of your accent in just 12 weeks.
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I’ve Helped Thousands Of Students Like Yourself
I’ve worked with over 6,700 non-native speakers—including C-Level Executives, Scrum Masters, Entrepreneurs, Founders, and Actors—to design a program that fits busy schedules and delivers transformative results.
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As a project manager, I often had to lead meetings with stakeholders from various backgrounds. Despite my expertise, my accent made it difficult for others to understand me, and I felt it was holding me back. Working with Nikola transformed my communication. His personalized approach focused on the specific sounds I struggled with, and now I can speak confidently and clearly, even in high-pressure situations. This has made a noticeable difference in how I’m perceived at work, and I no longer worry about being misunderstood.
Li Wei Zhang, Project Manager, Manhattan
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Living and working in Brooklyn, I constantly found myself repeating what I said, especially when ordering at restaurants or chatting with colleagues. It was frustrating and embarrassing. After just a few sessions with Nikola, I saw a significant improvement. He understood the challenges I faced and tailored the lessons to address them directly. Now, whether I’m in a meeting or just grabbing coffee, I’m understood the first time around. This has boosted my confidence and made daily interactions so much easier.
Sofia Martinez, Marketing Specialist, Brooklyn, NYC
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As a non-native English speaker working in a fast-paced law firm, I often felt overlooked in meetings because of my accent. I knew what I wanted to say, but my pronunciation made it difficult for others to follow. Nikola’s accent modification classes were a game-changer. He helped me focus on the nuances of American English that were tripping me up. Now, I can express myself clearly, and I feel like my voice is finally being heard. I’m more confident in my role, and I’ve even started taking on more responsibilities at work.
Amir Khan, Legal Assistant, Midtown
What You Get From The Intonetic Method
Personalized Accent Evaluation
Tailored Practice Blueprint
On-the-Go Audio Training
12 One-on-One Accent Coaching Sessions
Final Transformation Review
Conversational Style Sessions
AI Tongue Twister Prompts
Weekly Accountability Voice Check-ins
Are We a Good Fit?
We’re a great fit if…
However, you’re probably not a good fit yet if…
You deserve to be heard, to belong, and to move forward in life and career without your accent holding you back.
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We proudly serve New York Metropolitan Area
This is what my students wanted to know
before signing up with me
Where are you located in New York?
While I am not physically located in New York, I proudly serve New York City metropolitan area through our exclusively online classes. This setup offers flexible scheduling, ideal for time-strapped students working in the city’s fast-paced environment, and provides a comfortable and supportive one-on-one environment.
Who are accent modification classes for?
My classes are designed for students looking to improve their communication skills for business, public speaking, presentations, social situations, and acting. If your accent is causing limitations in these areas, learning General American can help you navigate settings where global and multilingual audiences are common.
How long does it take to change your accent?
This varies from case to case. Each student is unique, with different sounds to work on. While English comprises 44 distinct sounds, most students need to focus on about 8-12 key sounds to achieve a significantly improved accent. Progress depends on your current and desired proficiency levels, the amount of practice you put in outside of lessons, and your natural affinity for this kind of work.
Does it matter where I am from? Do you have experience training people who speak my language?
It doesn’t matter where you’re from; our training is designed to help you regardless of your background. The language or regional dialect you grew up with may determine the specific sounds you are struggling with, but I tailor our lessons to suit your individual needs. I’ve worked with clients from almost all continents and major languages, helping them achieve their goals.
Can I tailor my accent reduction sessions to focus on industry-specific vocabulary?
Yes! We can tailor your accent reduction sessions to hone in on the vocabulary and terms specific to your industry, so you’re not just speaking clearly—you’re speaking like a pro in your area of expertise.
Do you teach accents/dialects aside from General American?
While specific dialects may be necessary for performers or those wanting to blend into a particular environment, most people benefit from a standardized, neutral American accent. That’s why I focus exclusively on General American.
What should I look for when choosing an accent reduction coach in NYC?
When choosing an accent reduction coach, it’s important to find someone who has experience working with non-native English speakers and understands the specific challenges you face. Look for a coach who offers personalized lessons tailored to your unique needs and goals, and who can help you develop clear and confident communication skills.
What is the price of accent reduction classes in NYC?
You can find detailed pricing information on my Pricing page, so please check it out on this link.