How to upgrade your English level from B2 to C1

Looking to improve your English skills in 2025? In the latest Three English Experts episode, we explore advanced speaking tips, mastering conversations/small talk, and whether a C1 level is really necessary for success. Plus, discover a cool tool in our very 1st ‘Golden Nugget’ segment – a tech treat you’ll be happy you didn’t miss.Upgrading your English (0:30 - 1:07)Understanding the CEFR language levels (1:08 - 3:49)Key grammar and skills for advancing to C1 (3:49 - 7:29)Expanding vocabulary and communication strategies (7:29 - 9:52)Listening skills and resource recommendations (9:53 - 12:36)Advanced speaking skills (13:09 - 16:56)Is achieving C1 necessary? (16:56 - 21:18)The Introduction into the new “Golden Nuggets” segment (21:44 - 23:32)Here's a link to a free CEFR English test Einstufungstest - Birgit KasimirskiYou could also try the one from the British Council. However, you will need to give an email address so you can start the quiz. Free English Online level test - English OnlineMöchten Sie Ihre Englischkenntnisse im Jahr 2025 verbessern? In der neuesten Folge von Three English Experts beschäftigen wir uns mit Tipps für fortgeschrittenes Sprechen, dem Meistern von Konversationen/Small Talk und der Frage, ob ein C1-Niveau für den Erfolg wirklich notwendig ist. Außerdem entdecken wir in unserem allerersten „Golden Nugget“-Segment ein cool Tool - ein technischer Leckerbissen, den Sie sich nicht entgehen lassen sollten.Verbessern Sie Ihr Englisch (0:30 - 1:07)Verstehen der CEFR-Sprachstufen (1:08 - 3:49)Schlüsselgrammatik und -fertigkeiten für den Aufstieg auf C1 (3:49 - 7:29)Wortschatzerweiterung und Kommunikationsstrategien (7:29 - 9:52)Hörverstehen und Empfehlungen für Hilfsmittel (9:53 - 12:36)Fortgeschrittene Sprechfertigkeiten (13:09 - 16:56)Ist das Erreichen von C1 notwendig? (16:56 - 21:18)Die Einführung in das neue Segment „Golden Nuggets“ (21:44 - 23:32) 

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Ready to take your English to the next level? Meet the Three English Experts – Birgit Kasimirski, Rebecca Deacon and David Preston – with over 60 years of combined experience in teaching business English. Whether you’ve struggled or succeeded in your language learning journey, we’re here to inspire, motivate, and guide you with practical tips that work. Native British coaches Rebecca and Dave, alongside Birgit, a native German business English coach, bring you authentic advice on how to tackle real-world language challenges.  And why are we so good at helping English language learners? Because we’re not just teachers, we’re language learners too! Rebecca has learnt German, Spanish, Japanese, and Swahili, Birgit speaks English, Spanish, and Dutch, and Dave speaks German and is starting his Spanish journey. We know how it feels to learn a language firsthand! Want to switch between languages effortlessly or handle conversations in any setting? We’ve got you covered. We teach languages daily and know what works. Discover where to focus your energy, what to avoid, and how to fast-track your progress. Our unique combination – two Brits + a German – will help you unlock tricky English challenges with ease. Looking for a fresh approach? Tune in for proven, practical strategies to finally make your English learning stick! Practical, proven, authentic and fun. Your Three English Experts Birgit, Rebecca and Dave. Want to meet us live? Join us for our 2-day workshop in Cologne in September! 2 full days of English training to boost mindset & motivation, grammar accuracy and communication skills: https://www.threeenglishexpertsworkshop.com/