FAQ – Language, Lessons, Culture

Answers to the most common questions my clients ask.

These are the questions I get asked most often – about learning, culture, booking, and how AI fits into it all. Still unsure? Just message me – I’ll reply personally.

Language and Teaching Style

Because I see the person, not just the student. I’ll guide you, challenge you, and encourage you – in a way no app or group course can. My clients grow in language skills and confidence.

My lessons are personal, clear, and flexible. I create a space where you can experiment, and improve – without pressure. You get real-time corrections that I write down for you in the chat, for further reference. We focus on what matters to you: real-life communication.

Private lessons are more flexible and focused. Group courses can be fun and social, but they follow a fixed curriculum and focus on the group pace. I offer 1:1 coaching, so everything revolves around you and your needs.

You’re not starting over, instead you’re building on everything you’ve learned so far. With me, you’re not just learning a language. You’re learning how to trust yourself in another language. And that changes everything.

Intercultural Training: Demystifying the Germans

It’s interactive, with plenty of opportunity to share your own experiences and expectations.  You’ll find out everything about the German (business) culture, communication style, how to deal with conflict, and above all why Germans behave and speak the way they do.

Yes, but it takes time, reflection, and language confidence. We work not only on do’s and don’ts, but also on the “why”.

Being afraid to speak, because you’ve been told German is difficult and sounds too harsh. Confidence grows from speaking – not before it.

No,  just different. German culture values clarity and directness. Once you understand this, everyday life (and small talk) becomes much easier.

Learning in the Age of AI

AI can help with grammar, vocab, and practice – and I often recommend using it. But it can’t ask you the right question. It doesn’t know why you hesitate or what story you carry. I do.

Clients love: ChatGPT (explanations & conversation), DeepL (translations & style), Speechling & Elsa (pronunciation), Anki (smart flashcards). I’ll help you combine them in a way that makes sense.

Practical Details

Yes, you can book a 45-minute trial lesson at a reduced rate. There is no booking obligation after the trial lesson.

Send me an email or use the booking form. We’ll start with a 45-minute trial session at a reduced rate to see if we’re a match. Then we set a day and time that works for both of us and we schedule the appointments. Lessons need to be paid in advanced and canceled 24 hours before.

All scheduled lessons need to be canceled 24 hours in advance, otherwise I will need to charge.

Via SEPA bank transfer (in the EU) or PayPal. You’ll get a proper invoice after booking.

Online, via Microsoft Teams (free). Easy, flexible, and works across all devices.

Bell Still curious? Contact me!

I’d love to hear your story.