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How Uni Students Can Prepare for the Job Market While Still Studying
How Uni Students Can Prepare for the Job Market While Still Studying The leap from uni into the workplace is exciting, but it can also...
Felix La Spina
13 minutes ago3 min read


Why Human Coaches Still Matter in the Age of AI
We live in a world where artificial intelligence can do remarkable things. With just a few prompts, it can draft emails, generate strategies, analyse your résumé, or suggest interview responses. For busy professionals and curious learners, the convenience is undeniable - and powerful. But when it comes to real change - the kind that shifts your mindset, redefines your identity, or gets you unstuck when it truly matters - AI falls short.
Because transformation isn’t just abou
Phoebe Han
6 days ago3 min read


AI Can Help - But It Can’t Do It All: What Language Learners Need to Know
In many ways, it is.AI can give you immediate answers, help you learn new vocabulary in context, and make sure your messages sound more professional. If you're writing an email, preparing for IELTS, or trying to build your confidence before a meeting, a good AI assistant can be incredibly helpful.
But this blog exposes the truth no app will tell you:
Phoebe Han
Aug 73 min read


Productive vs. Receptive Skills in English: What They Are and How to Build Them
If you're learning English, you've probably heard advice like “listen more” or “just speak!” But real growth starts with understanding how language skills actually work - and why some parts feel so much harder than others.
Phoebe Han
Jul 282 min read


What Are IELTS and PTE?
When it comes to proving your English proficiency for study, work, or migration, two of the biggest names you’ll hear are IELTS and PTE. But what exactly are they, how are they different, and which one should you choose?
Phoebe Han
Jul 163 min read


Say What You Mean: Why Idiomatic Language Matters at Work
If you’ve ever felt confused during a meeting where a colleague said “let’s take this offline” or your manager praised someone for “hitting the ground running,” you’re not alone. These are examples of idiomatic language - and while they might sound casual or even strange at first, they carry real weight in the workplace.
Phoebe Han
Jul 93 min read


Job Hunting Is Just Project Management - And You Deserve a Project Manager for Your Career
If you’ve ever felt lost in the job search maze, you’re not alone. Sending applications, tweaking resumes, networking, following up - it...
Phoebe Han
Jul 44 min read


Small Talk | Huge Impact: Why It Matters and How to Get Better at It
In this blog, we’ll explain why small talk is important, what to talk about (and what to avoid), and give simple answers to common questions, so you can start conversations with confidence.
Phoebe Han
Jun 264 min read


🎯 IELTS Prep: Your Personal Project
At first glance, IELTS (International English Language Testing System) and project management seem worlds apart. One tests English...
Phoebe Han
Jun 194 min read


Unlock Your Potential with the ABC Method: Avoid, Become, Create
At 1st Gen Comms Coaching, we believe everyone deserves to feel respected, fulfilled, and confident in their professional life. Our ABC...
Phoebe Han
Jun 163 min read


Unlock Your Potential: Debunking Common Myths About Coaching
Debunking Common Myths About Coaching If English is your second language, investing in coaching—especially communication coaching—might...
Phoebe Han
Jun 54 min read


1st Gen Communication Coaching: Empowering Your Communication for Career Success
At 1st Gen, our mission is to empower over one million non-native English-speaking professionals by significantly enhancing their...
Phoebe Han
May 262 min read


Why Accent Confidence Matters More Than Perfection
Why Accent Confidence Matters More Than Perfection In Australia's Multicultural Landscape, Your Voice Is Your Strength Australia is one...
Phoebe Han
May 223 min read


Finding Your Voice at Work: Overcoming Communication Challenges in the Australian Workplace
Finding Your Voice at Work: Overcoming Communication Challenges in the Australian Workplace Communication . The one thing that changes...
Phoebe Han
May 223 min read
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