Would you like to take your speaking skills to the next level, learn how to communicate effortlessly, increasing your reading ability and improve your pronunciation? Then you are welcome to join us.

Upgrade your communication skills toolbox using Storytelling as a way to connect with your audience, in an authentic manner. Take the opportunity to practise by applying the „learning by doing“ method, while honing your presentation skills, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Upgrade your communication skills toolbox through practising speaking, listening and presenting. Be it small talk, presenting your ideas, active listening and giving feedback, in a relaxed atmosphere. TED talks and YouTube clips are used as input.

Whether in the office, on a business trip or at a company event, it can be challenging to speak English spontaneously in a professional environment. Using role plays, listening exercises and language games this course will help improve your vocabulary and, more importantly, your confidence. Small talk, negotiations and meetings are on the agenda but there will also be the opportunity to look at any individual topics you specifically need in the workplace. Grammar will be looked at as required.  Hinweis: Für diesen Kurs hat die Volkshochschule Esslingen eine Unterstützung des Ministeriums für Wirtschaft, Arbeit und Tourismus Baden-Württemberg aus Mitteln des Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF) beantragt. 30 % bzw.70 % Zuschuss zur Kursgebühr sind möglich, wenn das Ministerium unseren Antrag bewilligt. Ein Zuschuss von 30 % der Kursgebühr ist möglich, wenn Sie in Baden-Württemberg wohnhaft oder beschäftigt sind. Darüber hinaus müssen Sie eine der folgenden Voraussetzungen erfüllen: - Sie sind in einem Betrieb beschäftigt, aber nicht bei Bund, Land oder einer kommunalen Gebietskörperschaft. - Sie sind Unternehmer/-in oder Freiberufler/-in. - Sie sind Existenzgründer/-in oder gründungswillig. - Sie sind Wiedereinsteiger/-in (nach Arbeitslosigkeit, Familienphase o. ä.). 70 % Ermäßigung können Sie erhalten, wenn Sie darüber hinaus das 55. Lebensjahre vollendet oder keinen Berufsabschluss haben.

Applying 21st century skills (4 C's - communication, collaboration, critical-thinking and creativity), in fostering Connection. We exchange ideas while practising speaking, listening and honing our presentation skills. TED talks and YouTube clips are used as input.

Would you like to take your speaking skills to the next level, learn how to communicate effortlessly, increasing your reading ability and improve your pronunciation? Then you are welcome to join us.

Wie der Name schon sagt, gibt Ihnen dieser "Business English Flexi-Course" volle Flexibilität! Sie können sich, je nach Ihrer Verfügbarkeit und Themeninteresse, entweder für die volle Kursdauer oder nur für einzelne Termine anmelden. Wir werden diverse Themen aus dem beruflichen Alltag bearbeiten, was nicht nur Ihren Wortschatz, sondern auch Ihr Selbstvertrauen steigert. Hier die Themen: 03.02.26 Small talk in the workplace 10.02.26 Telephone skills I 24.02.26 Telephone skills II 03.03.26 Telephone skills III 10.03.26 Effective presentations I 17.03.26 Effective presentations II 24.03.26 Effective presentations III 14.04.26 Writing emails I 21.04.26 Writing emails II 28.04.26 Writing emails III 05.05.26 Customer complaints I 12.05.26 Customer complaints II

Practising your Business English in a small group with a native speaker will help make you more efficient in the workplace. In this course you will learn how to express yourself more fluently and confidently when communicating with fellow professionals - whether on the telephone, face-to-face or in writing. You will carry out a variety of communicative activities including role plays and writing emails.

"The customer is always right". Dealing with customers can sometimes be a challenge, especially when you’re doing it in a foreign language. In this course you will practice communicating clearly and efficiently with customers in a variety of business situations: -Giving customers product and pricing information -Processing customer enquiries -Dealing with customer complaints -Maintaining positive relationships with customers Emphasis is on oral communication. A wide range of role plays, adapted to suit you and your company, will improve your fluency and confidence in the workplace. In addition, you will receive individual feedback on your language skills and a "next steps" study plan which has been customized to suit your exact needs. Hinweis: Für diesen Kurs hat die Volkshochschule Esslingen eine Unterstützung des Ministeriums für Wirtschaft, Arbeit und Tourismus Baden-Württemberg aus Mitteln des Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF) beantragt. 25 % bzw.50 % Zuschuss zur Kursgebühr sind möglich, wenn das Ministerium unseren Antrag bewilligt. Ein Zuschuss von 25 % der Kursgebühr ist möglich, wenn Sie in Baden-Württemberg wohnhaft oder beschäftigt sind. Darüber hinaus müssen Sie eine der folgenden Voraussetzungen erfüllen: - Sie sind in einem Betrieb beschäftigt, aber nicht bei Bund, Land oder einer kommunalen Gebietskörperschaft. - Sie sind Unternehmer/-in oder Freiberufler/-in. - Sie sind Existenzgründer/-in oder gründungswillig. - Sie sind Wiedereinsteiger/-in (nach Arbeitslosigkeit, Familienphase o. ä.). 50 % Ermäßigung können Sie erhalten, wenn Sie darüber hinaus das 55. Lebensjahre vollendet oder keinen Berufsabschluss haben.

4 days of intensive training in business communication. The Focus is on business topics- virtual international meetings, cross cultural training , negotiating, selling, presentations (presentation techniques)  and case studies. To provide the best support participants are expected to share any of their topics and issues in these sessions.

In this course you will learn how to express yourself more fluently when communicating with fellow professionals - whether on the telephone, face-to-face or in writing. The focus will be on telephoning, presentations, emails and customer service and includes a variety of activities, for example, worksheets and role plays. There will also be the opportunity to look at any individual topics you specifically need in the workplace. Grammar will be looked at as required. 

Upgrade your communication skills toolbox using Storytelling as a way to connect with your audience, in an authentic manner. Take the opportunity to practise by applying the „learning by doing“ method, while honing your presentation skills, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Upgrade your communication skills toolbox through practising speaking, listening and presenting. Be it small talk, presenting your ideas, active listening and giving feedback, in a relaxed atmosphere. TED talks and YouTube clips are used as input.

The course focuses on developing key 21st century skills such as Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity and Problem-Solving.  Through interactive sessions, participants engage in joint activities, exchange ideas, and explore creative approaches to tasks in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Along the way, we strengthen active listening, adaptability, and storytelling as part of a holistic skill set for modern learning and collaboration.

This course is designed for those who wish to refresh their knowledge of English. We`ll look at grammar, business English, emails, discuss topical subjects, and newspaper articles etc. So, do come along if you would like to renew your English.

If you like to speak English in a nice group and atmosphere just come and join us in Esslingen. We meet there at 7:30 pm every 1. and 3. Tuesday/month in Esslingen. Bei Fragen können Sie sich an Ronald de Lange, Email: ronald.de_lange@gmx.de wenden.

If you like to speak English in a nice group and atmosphere just come and join us in Esslingen. We meet there at 7:30 pm every 1. and 3. Tuesday/month in Esslingen. Bei Fragen können Sie sich an Ronald de Lange, Email: ronald.de_lange@gmx.de wenden.