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Caroline K
Project Manager
"The lessons were always very entertaining and fun and I learned a lot. My highlight was giving a workshop in English in the summer. I wouldn’t have dared to do that without the appropriate training."
Alex M
IT Project Manager
"Derek gives employee English classes at our company. It is a very good opportunity to talk to a native speaker. We also learn ‘new’ words and go into certain grammatical cases in detail, but the main thing is free discussion. For me this was just the right mix."
Ralf J
Software Developer
"The lessons were very varied and Derek was always encouraging."
Oliver S
Training Organiser
"A great native-speaking trainer, who is able to respond to the individual needs of his course participants and to convey the contents very well."
Stop Letting English Hold Back Your Career
Bridge the gap from casual conversations to confident, impactful communication in the workplace
Are you a non-native English speaker with amazing skills, but feel that English prevents your true potential from shining? You're not alone.
Many professionals understand everyday English, but struggle with the specific language needed for important work situations like meetings, presentations and emails.
This can lead to anxiety, lack of confidence and the frustrating feeling that your expertise isn't fully recognised.
I understand these challenges. That's why I've created a pathway to help you master the English skills you need to succeed and feel truly confident at work
Ready to take the first step? Start learning practical business English skills today!
Does This Sound Familiar?
Many non-native English speakers experience these common frustrations in the workplace
Feeling nervous or afraid to speak up in meetings or presentations for fear of making mistakes or looking silly
Struggling with a lack of confidence when talking or writing to customers and partners
Understanding casual English but finding professional conversations difficult to navigate
Worrying that your accent or grammar might hurt your credibility or that your message gets "lost in translation"
Feeling the added mental load of processing language, jargon, and content simultaneously, leading to exhaustion
Believing your English level is preventing you from reaching career goals or getting the respect you deserve
You have valuable ideas and expertise.
Don't let language be a barrier to sharing them and advancing your career.
Building competence in the specific demands of business English is the key to overcoming these challenges and unlocking your confidence.
Introducing Your Free Pathway
Instant Access to Essential Business English Skills
Ready to start improving right away? Get immediate access to valuable video lessons covering fundamental business English skills.
With my Free Content, you can:
Learn essential skills like writing professional emails and participating effectively in meetings through focused video lessons
Access lessons on-demand, learning at your own pace from anywhere with an internet connection
Get a taste of practical, real-world English needed for common work scenarios
This is a great way to begin building your skills and see how effective our focused training can be.
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Take the Next Step
Professional Foundations (Tier 1)
While free videos offer a great start, maybe you're ready for a more structured learning experience without interruptions, or you want to connect with others facing similar challenges
Step up to Professional Foundations
This tier provides the essential building blocks for confident business English communication, moving you from casual understanding to workplace competence19
In addition to ad-free access to the core video lesson library, Professional Foundations helps you:
Access a growing library of hyper-specific courses focusing on essential business skills like emails and meetings
Learn the language and structure needed for real-world business situations
Connect with other learners in a supportive community space to ask questions, share progress and get peer support
The community is a safe space for unlimited speaking practice and interaction
Gain initial confidence by learning the fundamental competence that underpins feeling less nervous and more capable
Plus, get a bundle of valuable freebies when you join any paid tier!
This tier costs £5 per month or £50 for the whole year
Accelerate Your Growth
Professional Accelerator (Tier 2)
Ready to accelerate your progress and move beyond the basics?
Applying what you learn in real-time is crucial for boosting speaking confidence
The Professional Accelerator tier includes everything in Professional Foundations, and adds dynamic live interaction and practice opportunities:
Join weekly live events with an expert coach for in-depth discussions, personal help and clarification on business English topics
Participate in dedicated speaking practice sessions to overcome the fear of making mistakes and gain fluency in a safe environment
Role-play activities in a safe space are excellent for practicing authentic scenarios
Engage with other learners from diverse backgrounds, learning from different perspectives and broadening your understanding of global communication styles
Actively apply what you learn and gauge audience reactions in interactive sessions
This tier is your pathway to actively participating in business discussions and gaining the real-world practice needed to significantly boost your speaking confidence.
Remember, all paid tiers include my valuable freebie bundle!
This tier costs £19 per month or £190 for the whole year
Achieve Your Full Potential
Professional Mastery (Tier 3)
Step into your full potential and achieve Professional Mastery.
This is for professionals who want to refine their English to the highest level, ensuring their communication reflects their true expertise and authority.
Building on everything in Professional Foundations and Professional Accelerator, this top tier provides the most comprehensive support:
Receive targeted, personalised feedback on the nuances of your speaking (pronunciation, intonation, clarity) and writing (emails, reports) to polish your delivery for maximum impact
Weekly 1 on 1 hourly sessions with me - this level of tailored support is often missing in other programs
Communicate complex ideas clearly and confidently, just like you would in your native language
Overcome the deeper psychological burden of feeling like a "fraud" by gaining the specific support needed to bridge this gap
Master the subtleties of professional English and cultural nuances to gain the respect and trust you deserve.
This tier empowers you to speak and write with genuine confidence and authority,
helping you reach your full career potential.
This tier costs £250 per month or £2500 for the whole year
That's not all
When you join Professional Foundations, Professional Accelerator or Professional Mastery, you don't just get access to incredible training and community – you also receive a bundle of freebies to support your learning journey!
These bonuses are designed to provide extra value and make your path to confident business English even smoother:
Bonus 1:
Business English Resource File
An invaluable resource packed with useful formal and informal phrases in Business English.
Set the correct tone for your business communication.
Bonus 2:
Word Search Puzzle Book
A fun and engaging way to improve vocabulary. 28 theme-based puzzles with answers.
Made by Derek, not AI.
Bonus 3:
Puzzle Book
7 types of English puzzles to make vocabulary fun. 84 different puzzles, complete with answers.
Made by Derek, not AI.
Get these valuable resources instantly when you choose any paid tier!
MEET your guide
Hi, Derek here! 👋
Here's how I got here...
After finishing my degree in Mathematics and Computer Science, I started working in IT as a software developer. A few years later, I moved to Germany and got interested in languages. In addition to software development, I was involved in linguistic activities such as translation and English training.
For a while, I was doing software development by day and English training by night. Finally, I decided to concentrate fully on training and translating. Best decision ever!
I have several courses on platforms such as Udemy and Skillshare - but these sorts of platforms are missing an important aspect of language learning, namely interaction and feedback. This community changes that, as there are online courses and live sessions.
If you're a professional looking to improve your English language skills for work advancement, please take a closer look at our community. Hope to speak soon!
Invest in Your Future, Risk-Free
I'm committed to your success.
That's why I offer a 7-day free trial on annual paid memberships. If you decide it's not the right fit, simply cancel within the trial period, and you don't pay anything. Join my community of professionals and gain confidence, improve communication and advance your career.
FAQs
What is the purpose of this community?
To provide resources and support for professionals who need English at work, helping you develop outstanding communication skills to advance your career and assert your true professional value.
What types of resources are there for English learners here?
I offer video-on-demand courses covering specific business skills like emails and meetings, weekly live events with an expert coach, dedicated speaking practice sessions and a supportive private community space to interact with other learners and coaches.
What level of English do I need to join?
The program is designed for professionals who understand English but struggle with professional contexts.
If you can understand this page and basic professional communication, you are likely a good fit. I offer content suitable for various levels, focusing on practical application.
How much time do I need to dedicate per week?
This depends on your goals and tier. I recommend dedicating at least a few hours a week, but the flexible on-demand content allows you to learn at your own pace, fitting into a busy schedule.
What's the difference between the tiers?
Professional Foundations provides core self-study courses and basic community.
Professional Accelerator adds weekly live events and speaking practice sessions.
Professional Mastery includes everything from the lower tiers plus personalised feedback on your speaking and writing in hourly 1 on 1 sessions.
Is there personalized feedback in every tier?
Targeted, personalised feedback on your speaking and writing is a key feature of the Professional Mastery tier.
Is this program suitable for my specific industry?
My program focuses on essential business communication skills applicable across most professional fields (meetings, emails, presentations, networking, etc.).
The community includes members from diverse industries, offering broad relevance.
How do I cancel my subscription?
You can cancel at anytime, on your own, no questions asked, just like any subscription.
You can manage your subscription directly in the community.
The Ultimate English Community for Business Professionals
Gain Confidence
With the community, you improve your English skills. You will have the ability to speak up during meetings, deliver awesome presentations and communicate confidently in English.
Don't let the language get in the way.
Gain Respect
Unfortunately, language limitations are often misunderstood as professional limitations. By becoming confident in English, you can communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and partners.
Impress them all with your ability.
Gain Trust
Once you can communicate confidently in English, your colleagues, bosses, customers and partners will automatically trust you more.
Improve your authority at work.
No more anxiety during:
🌵 meetings
🌵 presentations
🌵 discussions
🌵 sales calls
🌵 support calls
IMPORTANT: Who This Community Is For:
Business professionals who need English for work.
For people who:
⇝ get nervous when having to make a presentation in English.
⇝are afraid to speak up during meetings in English for fear of looking silly.
⇝ lack confidence talking/writing to customers or partners in English.
5 Common Cases:
Joining a language course is too big of a time/financial investment right now, so this community is a better way to up-level my business English skills.
Joined programs before, but want to join a purposeful community to help me stay connected to my true goals.
Want to get to know how other learners are succeeding or add my contribution where I can.
I'm interested in increasing my confidence, gaining respect and trust.
Just want to learn and gain new opportunities.
DISCLAIMER: This Community Is NOT For:
⇝ people looking for a short-cut. Language learning is not a sprint - it's a marathon.
⇝ people who expect results without doing the work. You know who you are ;-)
IMPORTANT: Who This Community Is For:
Current course details
To keep overwhelm to a minimum, I have included two video courses in the initial membership.
There are concerned with two very common business skills, namely emails and meetings.
Each lesson is usually between 5 and 10 minutes long (no need to schedule half a day to learn something!) and comes with printable PDF files.
You can watch the videos whenever you like, as often as you like. You can ask any questions about the content.
Future course details
This depends on your requirements.
I have a lot of available resources that I can quickly add to the platform. The only reason it's not initially there is to prevent a sense of being overwhelmed by it all.
I will also happily create new content if there's nothing immediately suitable.
Your specific needs will become clear during the live sessions and in the forum discussions.
If there are any English language skills that you need for work, this is the place to get them!
Free Trial Available
I believe in the quality of the program and am committed to your satisfaction. That’s why I offer a 7-day free trial.
This is a high value community and I only want people who want to be here.
If you decide the program is not for you, you don't pay anything. No hard feelings.
Risk-Free!
Ready to stop feeling held back and start speaking and writing English with confidence and authority?
Choose the plan that's right for you and unlock your full professional potential.
