Speak Dutch with more clarity, confidence and authority.
A 10-lesson programme for B1/B2 speakers who already speak Dutch, but want to sound less apologetic, less vague and more professional in meetings, feedback and workplace conversations.
10 private online lessons. Designed for professionals who already speak Dutch at B1/B2 level.
“Sorry dat ik stoor. Misschien kunnen we...”
“Ik wilde dit graag met je bespreken. Mijn voorstel is om...”
You speak Dutch, but under pressure you sound smaller than you are.
This programme is not about learning basic Dutch. It is for professionals who can already communicate in Dutch, but become too apologetic, too indirect or too careful when the conversation becomes difficult.
Too much “sorry” language
You apologise automatically, even when you only need to respond clearly or take ownership.
Vague or hesitant phrasing
You use phrases like “maybe”, “I was wondering” or “if that is okay” too often in Dutch.
Boundaries feel uncomfortable
You find it difficult to say what is possible, what is not possible, or what needs to happen next.
Pressure changes your Dutch
In meetings, feedback or conflict, your Dutch becomes longer, softer and less direct than you want.
The goal is not to become rude. The goal is to stop making yourself smaller.
Dutch with Authority helps you replace overly soft or apologetic patterns with calm, professional alternatives. You stay friendly, but your message becomes clearer.
Sorry voor de vertraging.
Bedankt voor je geduld.
Geen probleem, ik regel het wel.
Ik pak dit op en kom hier vandaag op terug.
Misschien kunnen we...
Mijn voorstel is om...
Sorry dat ik stoor.
Ik wilde dit graag met je bespreken.
10 lessons. 10 professional communication skills.
Each session focuses on one concrete communication skill, with useful Dutch patterns, pressure scenarios, correction and roleplay. The programme is compact, practical and built for professional situations.
Respond without automatically apologising during delays, mistakes or pressure moments.
Answer in a maximum of two sentences during quick questions, meetings and direct comments.
Send follow-ups without “just checking in” language, using clear expectations and timing.
Respond calmly when something goes wrong, without immediately pulling all responsibility towards yourself.
Respond to criticism professionally, ask for clarification and take back control of the conversation.
Explain what is and is not realistic with deadlines, extra work and last-minute requests.
Stay calm when someone pressures you, interrupts you or reacts emotionally.
Avoid automatically saying yes to unclear tasks. First ask focused questions.
Hold your message professionally when someone keeps pushing or asking again.
Combine all patterns in realistic work situations with pressure, criticism and fast switching.
This is pattern training, not a grammar course.
You practise short, usable Dutch patterns until they become easier to use in real conversations. The focus is calm authority, not perfect textbook Dutch.
We identify the soft, apologetic or vague language you tend to use under pressure.
You learn stronger Dutch alternatives that still sound polite and natural.
We use roleplays with irritated colleagues, vague requests, feedback and fast questions.
You repeat and adapt the patterns until they feel easier to use in real work situations.
A compact private programme for advanced workplace communication.
Dutch with Authority is designed for professionals who already speak Dutch, but want more control, clarity and confidence in professional conversations.
Who this is for
- B1/B2-level Dutch speakers
- Professionals who work partly or fully in Dutch
- People who sound too apologetic or hesitant
- People who need Dutch for meetings, feedback or boundaries
- Professionals who want to sound calm, clear and friendly
Dutch with Authority
Private online communication training focused on professional Dutch under pressure.
- Personal communication pattern training
- Clear alternatives for apologetic language
- Roleplay with realistic pressure moments
- Feedback, correction and stronger phrasing
- Final full authority simulation
“After this programme, you can respond shorter, calmer and stronger under pressure, without losing your natural friendliness.”
Common questions about Dutch with Authority
Is this programme for beginners?
No. Dutch with Authority is designed for people who already speak Dutch around B1 or B2 level. The focus is not basic grammar, but professional communication patterns.
Will this make me sound rude or too direct?
No. The goal is not to become harsh. The goal is to communicate less apologetically and more clearly while keeping your natural friendliness.
What kind of situations do we practise?
We practise meetings, feedback, follow-ups, boundaries, vague requests, dominant colleagues, irritated responses and pressure moments at work.
How long is the programme?
The programme consists of 10 private online lessons of 45 minutes.
Can the examples be adapted to my job?
Yes. The communication patterns stay the same, but the situations and roleplays can be adapted to your work context.
Want to sound clearer and calmer in professional Dutch?
Book a free intake and we will look at your Dutch level, your work situations and whether Dutch with Authority is the right programme for you.
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It is an amazing and effective way to learn Dutch! In every lesson, the teacher is very well prepared for the topic, and it really helps with speaking Dutch like a local as well as professionals. The teachers customize the content of each lesson based on my needs. For example, we had a mock interview lesson before my interview, and it helped a lot to boost my confidence as well as the capacity of speaking and understanding professional Dutch in my field. Highly recommended!