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Why meetings in German are a special challenge
For many international executives, facilitating a meeting in German is one of the greatest challenges of working life. It’s not just about grammar – it’s about presence, clarity, and persuasiveness.
The most important phrases for meetings
Opening a meeting
- „Vielen Dank, dass Sie alle da sind. Lassen Sie uns beginnen.“
- „Ich möchte heute drei Punkte besprechen...“
- „Auf der Agenda stehen heute folgende Themen...“
Steering the discussion
- „Was denken Sie dazu?“
- „Könnten Sie das näher erläutern?“
- „Lassen Sie uns beim Thema bleiben.“
- „Ich möchte noch einen wichtigen Punkt ergänzen...“
Closing a meeting
- „Lassen Sie mich die Ergebnisse zusammenfassen...“
- „Die nächsten Schritte sind...“
- „Vielen Dank für Ihre Beiträge.“
Quick Tip
Practice these phrases aloud – ideally in front of a mirror or with a sparring partner. Language confidence comes through repetition.
Three tips for confident performance
- Preparation is everything: Write down your key sentences beforehand.
- Speak slowly: Speed doesn’t signal competence – clarity does.
- Use pauses: A brief pause before answering shows confidence, not uncertainty.
Conclusion
Meeting German can be trained. With the right phrases and a bit of practice, you’ll feel more confident quickly. At KLARER.Academy, we train exactly these situations – practically and individually.
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About the Author
Bernd
Business German Trainer & Executive Coach
20+ years of leadership experience in the international tourism industry, complemented by professional acting training. Specialisation: Business German B1–C1, Executive Presence and rhetoric.
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