Hi! I’m Nicole!
I help non-native English-speaking leaders and professionals refine their accent and pronunciation to communicate with clarity, confidence, and credibility in the U.S. workplace.
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Accent coaching isn’t about changing who you are or erasing your identity. It’s about speaking with clarity and confidence that can transform your career and your life.
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Before taking this course my pronunciation was really bad. Specially 'R' sounds. But now even Siri can understand when I say 'squirrel'.
I really enjoyed the course.
Marie N.
E-commerce Sales Manager from Japan
I started working with Nicole because, as a Pakistani national with a thick Indian English accent, I often felt self-conscious about my pronunciation in both professional and social settings. My core issue was that I wanted to communicate more clearly and confidently, especially during important presentations and everyday conversations. From the very first session, I noticed significant improvements in how I formed certain sounds and structured my speech. Nicole’s guidance helped me become more aware of my accent patterns, and within a few weeks, I could already hear a smoother, more natural flow in my spoken English. This boost in clarity made me feel more self-assured and comfortable speaking in various situations. Three specific features that stood out to me about Nicole’s coaching were her personalized feedback, her patient yet precise approach to correcting mistakes, and her practical tips for daily accent improvement. Whether it was suggesting targeted exercises or providing real-time corrections during our lessons, her methods were incredibly effective and tailored to my needs. I wholeheartedly recommend Nicole’s accent coaching sessions. Not only is she highly knowledgeable and experienced, but she also creates a welcoming environment where you feel encouraged to keep growing. It’s an investment that yields real results, especially if you’re looking to enhance your professional image and communicate more clearly. To anyone on the fence: go for it! You’ll quickly see the difference Nicole’s coaching can make in your confidence and speech. I couldn’t be happier with the transformation and am grateful for the skills I’ve gained to speak English with greater ease and clarity.
Zeeshan Z | CEO & Cofounder of AI Startup from Pakistan
I took the 1-1 Accent Reduction program with Nicole and it was one of the best decisions I ever took. Nicole has extensive experience and knowledge in the field of accent reduction, pronunciation and communication. Her patience, detailed and accurate feedback during the training sessions, and her passion for teaching are highly commendable. The materials that she shares during the coaching sessions are amazingly helpful. I have seen a tremendous improvement and awareness in the way I communicate. I am very lucky to have had Nicole as my trainer, and I would strongly recommend her as a trainer to anyone, who wants to work on their accent and communication.
Sai B. | Data Scientist from India
Before I started accent coaching with Nicole, I struggled with speaking clearly in English, and it was difficult for people to understand me. I wanted to change my pronunciation, but didn’t know where to start. Since working with Nicole, I have noticed a significant improvement in my pronunciation. I learned how to pronounce several sounds I had trouble with and continue to work on smoothly linking words for a more natural sound. I’m getting better at not leaving off sounds at the ends of words. I feel more confident speaking now, and my co-workers have said they can understand me more easily. The best things about my coaching with Nicole were that the lessons were focused exactly on my biggest problems, and she helped me find different ways of pronouncing sounds I couldn’t say. The feedback in each session was really helpful, and she has many tips and materials to make practice easy. I am so glad I chose this program. It was exactly what I needed to improve my English communication skills. I’m now more comfortable speaking at work.
Quoc-Huy T. | CTO & Co-founder, AI Startup from Vietnam
Nicole was my Accent Coach for months and I've had a great experience working with her. It helped me to reduce my accent and to feel more comfortable to speak in public. My friends and colleagues are noticing big changes in my speech and that's thanks to Nicole!
Andrey K. | Chief Architect & Cofounder of AI startup from Russia
I think the main result for me is the confidence I’ve gained in my English and thanks to that, it’s easier to speak with my colleagues and interact with people. It’s now more fun to talk to people.
Arnaud C. |
Principal Product Manager Technical from France
I originally immigrated from India, where I completed my education, and have been working in the IT industry for about 20 years in the USA. My job involves giving presentations and attending frequent meetings. Due to my native accent, it affected both my professional and social interactions. Often, people had difficulty understanding me easily. I couldn’t pinpoint exactly what I needed to change. Through coaching sessions with Nicole, I gained a clear understanding of key areas such as pronunciation, rhythm, and stress needed for an American accent. I made noticeable improvements in my American accent, which boosted my confidence. Nicole’s effective, personalized coaching helped me achieve lasting changes. Her friendly humor and patient approach made learning even more enjoyable. I highly recommend Nicole to anyone looking to develop an American accent and improve their overall communication skills!
Sunil K. | Oracle CC&B/C2M Techno-Functional Consultant from India
I had a fantastic experience with Coach Nicole. Through our sessions, I was able to pinpoint the specific areas of my pronunciation that needed improvement. The focused guidance I received has significantly boosted my confidence, especially when articulating complex concepts. I can clearly see how my communication skills have advanced to the next level, enabling me to express myself more effectively. This confidence has not only made me a better communicator but also a stronger leader. I highly recommend this coaching for anyone looking to enhance their pronunciation and overall communication abilities.
Diego P. | Sr. Applied Scientist from Colombia
Are you tired of your accent
holding you back?
You hold a leadership role, yet your accent causes others to underestimate your authority, expertise, or decision-making ability.
You lead high-stakes meetings or presentations, but people ask you to repeat yourself or miss key points due to unclear speech.
You pitch to U.S. investors, boards, or clients and know your success depends on sounding confident, polished, and credible.
You’re advancing in your career and competing for roles or promotions where sounding hesitant or unclear is not an option.
You lead a U.S. or global team, yet pronunciation issues create friction, slow decisions, or lead to misunderstandings.
You’re tired of facing career setbacks because of your English communication and are ready to invest time and effort to improve.
If this is you, you're in the right place. Improving your accent isn’t about working harder; it’s about working smarter.
I’ve been teaching American pronunciation and accent modification for over 13 years. All it takes is knowing what needs to change, following a systematic approach, practicing consistently, and receiving feedback.
It’s time to invest in yourself and start speaking with IMPACT™
Which of these align best with your needs?
Individual
Coaching
Personalized coaching tailored to your goals, with real-time correction and targeted feedback. We focus only on the speech patterns that matter most for fast, efficient progress. Program length and structure are customized to your needs.
Group
Classes
Groups of 4-8 professionals focused on one key area of American pronunciation. Classes are 4-6 weeks with weekly practice tasks, real-world speaking activities, and targeted feedback. Learn from group discussions, stay accountable, and make focused progress in a more affordable format.
Workplace
Training
Customized training for high-potential employees and teams to strengthen spoken English in the workplace. Ideal for employees with strong technical skills who need greater clarity and confidence in meetings, presentations, and day-to-day professional communication.
What results can you expect
after the coaching
Communicate with clarity and authority in meetings, presentations, and high-stakes conversations in the U.S.
Accelerate your career by sounding confident, credible, and leadership-ready—positioning you for successful interviews and promotions.
Communicate with executive presence, speaking up with clarity and confidence while staying fully yourself.
Ensure your ideas and expertise are heard and trusted—without your accent distracting from your message.
Network and socialize with ease and foster stronger workplace and personal relationships.
Speak without hesitation or self-doubt, and focus fully on what you want to say, without avoiding words or holding back.
Nicole Kaup,
American Accent Coach
I’m a Seattle-based American accent and pronunciation coach for non-native English-speaking leaders, executives, and founders working in the U.S. and on global teams.
I help high-level professionals speak clearly, confidently, and credibly in American English, while sounding natural and authentic.
My approach is not about eliminating your accent, but about ensuring you’re understood, respected, and trusted in high-stakes communication, including meetings, presentations, interviews, leadership conversations, and investor pitches ...
With over 20 years of experience teaching adult learners and more than a decade specializing in accent modification for professionals, my IMPACT™ Method combines real-speech analysis, targeted pattern identification, and a focused practice framework to support clear, measurable progress.
I work with clients online across the U.S. and Canada, as well as locally in the Seattle area, through private coaching, small group programs, and workplace training.
I make sure your voice reflects the expert and leader you are.
Think about it
If you could speak with confidence, clarity, and
authority, where would you be in your career right now?
In meetings, I often found myself listening more than participating because of concerns about how my accent might affect my speech.
Through Nicole’s coaching, I gained a deeper understanding of how to sound more natural as a Spanish native speaker speaking English. It had a transformative effect on my English skills, and I would highly recommend her training. It gave me the results I had been looking for and increased my confidence. I only wish I had started the lessons earlier. Plus, Nicole is incredibly kind, and I miss our conversations!”
Gustavo L. F.| M. Sc. Engineering from Chile
Due to my new responsibilities at work, public speaking has played an important role, and I truly believe how we speak makes a huge difference. Nicole is a polyglot, which allowed her to provide a unique ability in identifying my strengths and weaknesses in our first session. I have learned from Nicole the techniques of strategic overall rhythm, tactic pausing and identifying focal words.
With Nicole’s coaching, I have gained skills and confidence in public speaking as a leader. I highly recommend working with Nicole. She has in-depth expertise, unique teaching methods and outstanding professionalism!
Daniel Q. | Sr. Software Engineering Manager at Microsoft from China
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Questions you may have...
How soon will I see results?
Everyone’s speech patterns are different, and progress depends on your starting point, goals, learning style, and how consistently you practice.
In addition, some patterns change quickly, while others take longer. Most clients notice progress within a few months, but for your new speech patterns to become your default, you’ll need consistent practice.
How much practice is required?
Accent training does require effort and regular practice. Clients who see the strongest, fastest results typically practice 30 to 60 minutes per day, especially in the early stages of learning.
As skills develop, practice can shift to short 5-to-15-minute sessions to make your new speech patterns your natural speech.
I’m very busy. Is this still realistic for me?
Yes, I usually work with busy high-performing professionals.
In my private coaching, I hyper-customize the training according to your specific goals so you’re only spending time learning things YOU need.
I also help you create focused micro-practices that are 30 seconds to 5 minutes long and fit seamlessly into your day.
For busy professionals, we often focus on just one or two high-impact speech patterns at a time, rather than trying to change everything at once. This keeps training manageable and effective.
What does private coaching with you actually look like?
Private coaching follows my IMPACT™ Method and is highly personalized and designed around your speech patterns, goals, and professional needs.
IMPACT stands for:
I – Identify your problem areas and goals
M – Map out a personalized improvement plan
P – Practice daily with targeted assignments
A – Awareness of how to reset vocal habits
C – Coaching and real-time feedback
T – Track progress and adapt as you improve
We assess your pronunciation patterns, rhythm issues, or speech habits and set weekly targets to build awareness and skill. In our live sessions, we troubleshoot challenges, and you receive real-time feedback. As training progresses, we practice with real-world material such as presentations, interviews, or common workplace situations. We adjust strategies based on your progress to keep your training hyper-efficient for you.
From awareness to mastery; it is a complete system for unlocking your voice so you can show up with clarity and confidence in every situation.
Will I sound like a native speaker?
Most likely, no—and that isn’t the goal for most people.
Accent modification focuses instead on neutralizing the specific pronunciation patterns that affect clarity, fluency or confidence while speaking.
We work on the aspects of your speech that interfere with being understood so you can speak freely in any situation, without avoiding words, or second-guessing your pronunciation.
You will still sound like yourself, just clearer and more confident.
Will I lose my native accent?
That’s up to you. Your original accent does not disappear if you don’t want it to.
For professionals who use English extensively in their home countries, the goal is not to replace one accent with another, but to add an additional speaking option. This allows you to adapt your speech depending on the situation.
You choose when and where to use each style. One does not erase the other. Instead, you gain flexibility and control over how you sound, based on what the situation requires.
Explore short, focused lessons from
my YouTube channel.
