My background
I’m a Communication and Confidence Coach specialising in professionals who use English in international workplaces.
My clients are already capable professionals who know their subject. I help them understand what causes them to hesitate, overthink or hold back—and develop ways of communicating that reflect their expertise.
Originally from the UK, I’ve lived in the Netherlands for 30 years. Over the past 12 years, I’ve worked with hundreds of professionals across sectors including finance, energy, HR and logistics.
My focus is not on “perfect English,” but on effective communication.
Rather than focusing on vocabulary and grammar exercises, I help you communicate more clearly, structure your ideas more effectively and build confidence when it matters most.
Why I do what I do
Many professionals already have strong ideas and solid expertise, but struggle to express themselves with confidence in English. I enjoy helping people bridge that gap.
For me, communication is not just about language. It’s about impact: being understood, being taken seriously, and feeling comfortable contributing in high-stakes situations.
My coaching approach
My coaching starts with the person, not their English.
Together, we explore the situations in which you hesitate, overthink or hold back, identify the patterns influencing your response and experiment with practical ways of handling those situations differently.
Communication tools may form part of the process, but they are not a fixed curriculum. Everything is shaped around you, your work and what you want to change.
What I help you achieve
Instead of focusing on “learning English,” I help you:
- communicate ideas clearly and confidently in meetings
- trust your expertise when the pressure increases
- structure your thoughts so others can easily follow
- contribute without needing every sentence to feel perfect
- present with more impact and less hesitation
- recognise and respond differently to patterns that make you hold back
- handle difficult conversations with greater control
My role
My role isn't to teach you what to say. It's to ask thoughtful questions, notice patterns, offer relevant observations and help you discover approaches that work for you.
A more personal note
I’m passionate about communication because I see the difference it makes in people’s work and confidence. Outside of coaching, I’m interested in gardening, reading and spending time with my partner and two daughters.
I value a practical, down-to-earth approach and aim to create a coaching environment where people feel comfortable, challenged, and supported.