Adrian Lonsdale - Independent Business English Trainer
Training
English training –
a client centred approach
What can be more individual than acquiring and using a foreign language? Everyone has their own biographical history, linguistic needs, prior knowledge and experience. Equally, expectations, ambition and motivation can vary enormously. Then there are external factors: how much time is available for training and practicing? Where and when?
In traditional school-based language courses, no consideration is given to these diverse requirements. The teaching plan is as inflexible as the timetable and the location.
My approach is completely different. There is no pedagogical straight jacket. Client centred learning means you decide the What, the Where, the When and the How.
Training concept - an individual and flexible approach
When it comes to learning English, the best response to a diverse set of requirements is a solution that is tailored to the needs of each individual.
Regardless of whether you want to be more confident and sure in your daily spoken communication; apply more precise, distinctive and nuanced arguments, raise objections and follow up in business negotiations; perhaps you seek support for your written communications: it is you who determines the training plan for your personal English training.
Direct, practical and relevant
The determining factors are your existing linguistic abilities, your specific area of interest and your personal aims and wishes.
You will receive the individual attention and the professional support you need to successfully achieve your goals and outcomes.
Learn and train effectively – one to one or in small groups
With a focus on real world speaking and negotiating situations, you will not only learn much faster but also benefit directly – thus increasing motivation and consolidating your learning.
That is why I offer personal English training exclusively one to one or in small groups with a maximum of 5-6 participants. This is the only way to ensure the need for an uncompromising approach is met.
Is the basic framework flexible?
Yes, completely! You fix the date and time for your training. And as far as the location is concerned: I will gladly come to your company offices (Frankfurt, Wiesbaden, Gießen, Bad Homburg, Rhein-Main, Hochtaunus, Wetteraukreis). Alternatively, or as a combination, we can arrange an online training using Skype.
This way you enjoy the privilege of having, in effect, your own personal English coach at your disposal, and benefit from bespoke learning and training solutions.
Give it a try – contact me today!
Training structure
and process
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The first step is an informal meeting at your offices, if you prefer in English.
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On the basis of our discussion and the test results I will develop your personal training programme. Subject to your approval we can then get started!
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I use up-to-date supplementary training materials that in my experience bring the best results for learners (no standard materials).
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That way I can get a better idea of your professional surroundings and acquaint myself with your wishes and aims.
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For Skype based training I offer a free trial lesson.
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Progress can be monitored by written appraisals carried out at agreed time intervals.
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Using a diagnostic language audit, I will clearly establish your existing language level (approx. time 30 minutes).
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For small groups I ensure that participants have a similar levels / learning requirements. Experience shows that this supports the motivation of each participant.
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Your open and honest feedback is welcome at all times as many things can be re-adjusted and optimised during the training.