Dutch language coaching at work: when participation isn’t a given

Dutch language coaching: when smart people hesitate to speak

They’re intelligent. Motivated. A valued part of the team.

And yet ... they stay silent in meetings.

They understand what’s being said.

But they hesitate to speak.

They’re afraid of making mistakes, of sounding ‘off’.

And so, they hold back.

They avoid asking questions.

They let opportunities pass.

As an employer, you want your people to feel safe enough to participate - in Dutch.

Coaching that goes beyond language

My approach combines language coaching with personal support.

We focus on Dutch grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary ... yes.

But we also work on what lies beneath: confidence, visibility, communication.

The coaching is always tailored:

• For international professionals working in the Netherlands or Belgium
• For those who want to speak more freely in Dutch
• For those who understand the language, but don’t dare to use it
• For teams where the company language is English, but Dutch is encouraged

Whether online or on location, I create a safe learning space where real growth happens.

What it brings to your organisation

Employees who:

• Speak up with more confidence
• Dare to ask questions and offer input
• Feel more connected to colleagues
• Improve their Dutch in practical, relevant ways
• Are more visible and engaged in the workplace

“I understand Dutch, but I don’t dare to speak it.”

I hear it often. And I’ve seen how much can shift when someone feels safe enough to try.

Available coaching packages

Speak with Confidence: Break Through Your Barriers
3 sessions in person + 3 online sessions – €900 (excl. VAT)

Step by Step: Language and Confidence in Action
3 sessions in person + 7 online sessions – €1,350 (excl. VAT)

Language Journey: Strengthen Your Confidence, Step by Step
3-6 sessions in person + 10-12 online sessions (€1,800 to €2,200 excl. VAT, depending on number of sessions).

Note: If the employee prefers to only have online sessions, the cost per session is €90.

Curious to see what it could mean for your team?

I regularly coach professionals who understand Dutch well, but feel uncertain about using it at work.

In individual sessions — online or on location — we work on both language skills and confidence. Most coaching trajectories are funded by employers.

Contact me today for a free, no-obligation conversation about the possibilities for your team.
I’d love to explore how Dutch language coaching can support your people — and your organisation.

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