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Confident English in Meetings
Express opinions, summarise results, lead discussions – in English, without hesitation. With native-speaking trainers and AI avatar exercises for daily speaking practice.
From €90 / 90 min · VAT-exempt
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Meetings
Chairing Meetings in English – Confidently and Professionally
International meetings are part of everyday working life in many companies. Whether weekly team catch-ups with colleagues from different countries, project meetings with external partners, or board meetings in English – the demands on your language skills are high. At Simmonds Language Services, you practise exactly the situations you actually encounter in your meeting routine: opening agenda items, moderating discussions, summarising outcomes, and assigning actions. Our English for Meetings prepares you for any type of meeting.
15+Years
10+Trainers
50+Corporate clients
Addressing What Really Matters
Many professionals have a good level of English – but stumble when it really matters: How do I phrase a diplomatic counterargument? How do I summarise complex results concisely? How do I handle interruptions? Our training addresses precisely these challenges. With native-speaking trainers from the UK and USA, you practise the subtleties of meeting communication in realistic role-plays. We work on your vocabulary, your pronunciation, and your confidence.
Train Daily with the AI Avatar
In addition to live sessions with our trainers, you can practise any time with our AI avatar technology. The avatar simulates meeting scenarios and gives you immediate feedback on grammar, word choice, and fluency. This means you train every day – not just during the weekly lesson. This blended learning approach significantly accelerates your progress and gives you the confidence you need for international meetings.
What You Will Learn
Open and moderate meetings professionally. Express opinions clearly and diplomatically. Summarise results and actions precisely.
Disagree diplomatically and propose compromises. Run virtual meetings via Zoom, Teams & Meet with confidence.
In Detail
Meeting Situations in Practice
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International Team Sync
Structure clearly across time zones
Weekly stand-ups and project updates with colleagues across time zones. Learn to structure information clearly and avoid misunderstandings.
Client Project Meeting
Manage expectations professionally
Present status reports, manage client expectations, and agree next steps – in English, professionally and persuasively.
Board Meeting in English
Linguistic demands at C-level
Discuss strategic topics, interpret figures, and prepare decisions. Training for the linguistic demands at C-level.
Virtual Meetings
Confident despite technical hurdles
Share screens, use chat functions, and maintain a professional presence despite technical hurdles. Specific techniques for Zoom, Teams, and Meet.
How much does it cost?
| Format | Duration | Price (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online — Private lessons | 90 minutes | €90–110 | 1:1, Zoom / Teams / Meet |
| Online — Corporate lessons | 90 minutes | €97.50–105 | Small groups, tailored curriculum |
| In-person | 90 minutes | €115 | On-site or our office in Berlin / Hanover |
Prices depend on format, frequency, and requirements. Language instruction is VAT-exempt (§4 Nr.21 UStG).
Who we work with
DHLToyotaMedia MarktContinentalDeutsche Pop
“Wir schulen seit 5 Jahren unsere Teams über Simmonds. Die branchenspezifischen Materialien und die Flexibilität der Trainer machen den Unterschied.”
“Nach einem dreimonatigen Intensivtraining konnte ich meine erste internationale Präsentation souverän auf Englisch halten.”
“Die kostenlosen Online-Lektionen haben mich überzeugt. Die Qualität des Einzelunterrichts hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen.”
Frequently asked questions
How do I chair a meeting in English?+−
Start an English meeting with a brief welcome and the agenda: 'Let's get started. Today we'll cover...' Use phrases like 'Moving on to the next point' for transitions and 'To summarize' for conclusions. Our training practises these key situations with role-plays.
What English phrases do I need for meetings?+−
Key phrases include: 'I'd like to raise a point', 'Could you elaborate on that?', 'Let me play devil's advocate'. We practise these expressions in realistic scenarios.
How can I improve my English for online meetings?+−
Online meetings require particularly clear pronunciation and active listening. We train specific techniques: sharing screens while explaining, dealing with connection issues, and moderating virtual meetings professionally.
How long does it take until I can chair meetings in English?+−
With targeted training, you can appear noticeably more confident after just 6–8 weeks (at 2 hours/week). Our AI avatars provide additional daily practice potential for faster progress.
Do you also offer meeting training for entire teams?+−
Yes, team training is one of our strengths. We simulate real meeting situations with your team so that all participants improve their communication together. Group training is available from 3 people.
Improve your English for free
Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.
Get in touch
Tell us briefly what you need English or German for — we'll suggest the best format for your goals and schedule.
We typically respond within one working day.
What to expect
- ✓ Confident in meetings
- ✓ Persuasive presentations
- ✓ Professional negotiations
- ✓ Texts that work