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English for Executives & Senior Leaders
Communicate confidently at C-level – in board meetings, investor conversations, and on the international stage. Discreet 1:1 training with native-speaking trainers , adapted to your calendar.
From €65 / 90 min · VAT-exempt
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Why Executive English
Executive English – Communication at the Highest Level
As an executive, you face unique communication challenges: you represent your company to international investors, chair board meetings in English, deliver keynotes at global conferences, and negotiate strategic partnerships with counterparts from different cultures. In these situations, content alone is not enough – your linguistic confidence signals competence, trust, and leadership strength. Our English for Executives was specifically developed for these requirements.
15+Years
10+Trainers
50+Corporate clients
Discreet 1:1 coaching
At Simmonds Language Services, we have been training CEOs, board members, and senior managers for over 20 years. Our approach differs fundamentally from standard language courses: every training session is a discreet 1:1 coaching that adapts entirely to your role, your industry, and your schedule. We work with your actual materials – your next board presentation, your investor pitch, your townhall address. No generic course material, but bespoke executive coaching that is immediately applicable in your daily work.
Experienced trainers plus AI avatar
Our native-speaking trainers have years of experience in the international business environment and understand the communication demands at C-level. In addition, our AI avatar technology offers the opportunity to practise without limits between coaching sessions – whether a spontaneous speech, a difficult employee conversation, or a press conference in English. Absolute discretion and maximum flexibility are a given: appointments can be adjusted at short notice, and all content is treated in strict confidence.
What you will learn
Chair board meetings in English with authority. Address investors and stakeholders persuasively. Deliver keynotes and speeches in English.
Conduct strategic negotiations at the highest level. Diplomatic and culturally sensitive communication. Master spontaneous conversations (networking, dinners).
In Detail
Executive English in Practice
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Board Meeting
Authority at C-level
Discuss strategic topics, present business figures, and moderate decisions in English – with the tone and authority expected at C-level.
Investor Meeting
Build trust with investors
Present your company convincingly in English, answer questions about the business model and finances, and build trust with international investors.
Keynote & Conference
Convince on the international stage
Convince on the international stage – from keynotes to panel discussions to networking afterwards. We train your speech to perfect delivery.
Business Dinner & Networking
The right balance of formal and casual
Small talk with international business partners, dinner conversations in English, and the right balance of formality and casualness for different cultural contexts.
Speak with confidence, not just understand
When You Understand Everything but Freeze When Speaking
“I understand everything, but I lack confidence when speaking” – this is the sentence we hear most from executives. Your passive English is already good enough; what matters is formulating with authority at the right moment. That is exactly what we train, targeted at the concrete situations of your leadership day.
Stepping into a new position
Confident from week one
Show up with confidence in the first weeks – before the routine sets in.
Leading meetings in English
Moderate without losing the thread
Moderate discussions, interject, and summarise without losing the thread.
Delivering presentations
Clearly structured, composed under questioning
Structure your message clearly and stay composed even under questioning.
Conducting negotiations
Precise and diplomatic
Represent positions precisely, add nuance, and stay diplomatic.
Small talk with international clients
Ease into conversation
Ease into conversation – before the meeting, over dinner, while networking.
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
Why do executives need specialised English training?+−
Executives communicate at the highest level: board meetings, investor conversations, international conferences. Standard courses are not sufficient. Executive English Training focuses on strategic communication, diplomatic language, and commanding presence.
How discreet is the English training for executives?+−
Absolute discretion is a given. Training takes place as 1:1 private tuition – online or at our offices. All content is treated as confidential.
What English level do I need as an executive?+−
Most executives start at B2 and aim for C1 or C2. Our training begins with an individual assessment and works specifically on your weaknesses.
Can the training be adapted to my schedule?+−
Yes, maximum flexibility is part of our executive offering. Early morning, during lunch, or in the evening – we adapt to your calendar. Appointments can be rescheduled at short notice.
What does Executive English Training cost?+−
Online private tuition costs €90–110 / 90 min; 60-minute sessions and evening appointments are available. Corporate courses and in-person training are quoted individually – you receive a written offer. All prices are VAT-exempt.
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