In this episode of Built to Scale, I talk briefly about one of the most effective (and underrated) methods for team language training: co-operative learning. More than just group work, co-operative learning is a structured, interactive approach where team members learn with — and from — each other. It’s practical, dynamic, and directly applicable to real business contexts.   Enjoy!

Today’s episode is about something most cyber and tech SMEs overlook — English. Not just as a soft skill… but as a serious growth lever. If you’re still treating English like a “nice-to-have” or something to tackle later — this one’s for you. By the end of this episode, you’ll see why the right kind of English training can strengthen your product, support, and sales teams — and why investing early pays off. Enjoy this episode!

In this episode of Built to Scale, we talk about how targeted English training helps cyber and tech managers lead stronger international teams. Language is leadership. Communication is culture. And when you lead in English, you shape how your team feels, works, and succeeds. Enjoy this episode!

In this episode of Built to Scale, we look at the benefits of department-specific English training. When you tailor English training by department, you shift the focus from "learning English" to "using English to achieve real business goals." Enjoy this episode!

In this episode of Built to Scale, we dive into why clear, confident communication is a game-changer for European tech and cyber companies looking to grow across borders. From cross-functional collaboration to international sales and support, language isn’t just a tool — it’s an enabler of trust, agility, and alignment. Enjoy this episode!

In this episode of Built to Scale, I explore one of the most overlooked challenges in cybersecurity and tech SMEs: helping brilliant technical teams explain complex concepts to non-technical customers — in clear, confident English. From onboarding delays to lost deals, unclear communication can be costly. But the good news? It's a skill your team can train for — together. Enjoy this episode!  

What if your biggest barrier to growth isn’t strategy — but how your team communicates? In this episode of Built to Scale, Rachel looks at the hidden cost of language misalignment across sales, product, support, and success teams — especially in global cyber and tech SMEs. You’ll learn why language alignment isn’t about grammar — it’s about trust, clarity, and collaboration. If this episode resonates with you, and you would like to find out more about investing in group English training to drive growth in your SME, you can connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-angus-19b529225/ or via my website: https://www.rachelsinstitute.com/contact  Enjoy this episode!  

Your product team might know your solution inside out — but can they explain it clearly to clients, stakeholders, or even other departments? In this episode of Built to Scale, I talk about a critical challenge faced by cyber and tech SMEs: how to help product teams shift from technical jargon to clear, confident, and customer-friendly communication. If this episode resonates with you, and you would like to find out more about investing in group English training to drive growth in your SME, you can connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-angus-19b529225/ or via my website: https://www.rachelsinstitute.com/contact  Enjoy this episode!

Is one-to-one English training the best way to build strong communication in your team? In this episode of Built to Scale, I talk about why group English training is not just more engaging, but a smarter, more strategic choice for growing cyber and tech teams. Discover how learning in groups drives stronger communication, improves collaboration, and builds a culture that scales. If this episode resonates with you, and you would like to find out more about investing in group English training to drive growth in your SME, you can connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-angus-19b529225/ or via my website: https://www.rachelsinstitute.com/contact  Enjoy this episode!

In this episode of the Built to Scale podcast, we delve into a critical challenge faced by European and international cyber and tech SMEs: cross-functional miscommunication. Communication breakdowns between departments can lead to significant financial loss, customer dissatisfaction, and even project failures. But what exactly causes these miscommunications, and why are they so prevalent in international tech environments where English is not the first language for many team members? Tune in to Built to Scale to learn about the benefits of investing in better cross-functional communication practices to protect your company’s bottom line and strengthen team collaboration. If this episode resonates with you, and you would like to improve cross-functional communication in your SME to drive growth, you can connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-angus-19b529225/ or via my website: https://www.rachelsinstitute.com/contact to see how online group English training at Rachel's Language Institute can help your teams communicate better, perform stronger, and scale faster!

In this episode of Built to Scale, we dive into one of the most critical skills for tech and cybersecurity sales teams: clear and confident communication in English. If this episode resonates with you, and you're looking to take your sales teams' communication skills in English to the next level, let’s connect on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-angus-19b529225/ or via my website https://www.rachelsinstitute.com/contact to discuss how online group English training for sales teams at Rachel's Language Institute can help your sales reps close more deals!

In this episode of Built to Scale, we explore why strong English communication skills aren’t just a “nice-to-have” for cyber and tech SMEs — they’re a critical growth enabler. Discover how effective English can transform client pitches, product demos and support calls, resulting in better business outcomes and international success. If this episode resonates with you, and you would like to improve your company's business outcomes and international success, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-angus-19b529225/ or via my website: https://www.rachelsinstitute.com/contact to see how online group English training at Rachel's Language Institute can help your company grow faster!