Big news! After years of helping professionals thrive, Talaera has won the silver medal at the Learning Technologies Awards 2024 in London, and we’re still buzzing with excitement.
This isn’t just any award. The Learning Technologies Awards are the stage for the best and brightest in learning and development (L&D) across the UK, Europe, and the world. And why should you care? Let’s break it down.
This win isn’t just about us. It’s about the thousands of professionals and organizations we’ve worked with. It’s about their stories, challenges, and victories. Because behind every award is a journey filled with people, passion, and a whole lot of hard work.
Rethinking Corporate Language Training: How We Got Here
When we started Talaera, we knew one thing for sure: traditional corporate language training wasn’t cutting it. Non-native English speakers needed more than vocabulary lists and grammar drills. They needed to thrive in real business situations—writing emails, running meetings, negotiating deals, and navigating cross-cultural communication challenges.
So, we set out to create something better. Something human. Something impactful.
We listened. We learned. We iterated. We built a platform that blends AI-powered technology with human-centered learning. We handpicked instructors who don’t just teach—they mentor, guide, and inspire. And we crafted personalized learning solutions that are instantly applicable in the workplace.
Solving Distance Learning Challenges: Engagement and Impact
A Solution for Global Teams
Online distance learning provides organizations with unique benefits:
Global reach: Enables consistent, high-quality education for teams spread across different continents and time zones.
Accessibility: Provides the flexibility to learn at their own pace and time, making education accessible to even the busiest individuals.
Flexibility: Supports a variety of learning formats, from live sessions to self-paced courses.
Cost-effectiveness: Reduces costs for both learners and organizations by eliminating the need for physical infrastructure and travel.
Personalization: Allows for tailored learning experiences that address the unique needs and goals of each learner. After all, we're all individuals!
Keeping Learners Engaged and Proving Real Business Impact
However, corporate learning faces two main challenges: engagement and business impact.
Engagement is the holy grail of corporate learning. It’s hard to keep people coming back because professionals are often juggling tight deadlines, overwhelming workloads, and countless distractions. Training can easily take a backseat unless it feels immediately relevant, engaging, and rewarding. At Talaera, we've cracked the code. Our tech-enhanced, human-centered approach keeps learners engaged and motivated. By using innovative tools and personalized learning paths, we ensure that learners remain interested and invested in their progress.
It's not just about engagement; we also show real business impact. Our training isn’t just about ticking boxes; it’s about making a measurable difference in how professionals communicate and perform in their jobs. We align our program content with the strategic goals of organizations to ensure that the skills learned translate directly to improved performance and productivity.
Why Talaera Stands Out: Business English Training That Delivers Results
The L&D world is full of platforms that promise impact. At Talaera, we deliver it. We don’t play it safe. We’re passionate, innovative, and relentlessly focused on making business communication work for non-native speakers around the world. Here’s what sets us apart:
The Perfect Blend of AI and Human Expertise
At Talaera, AI meets human-centered learning. Our AI-powered Business English training solutions make learning smarter, but real human connections make it stick. The right teacher. The right content. The right tools. All tailored to you.
Training That Makes an Immediate Impact
We’re obsessed with real-world application. No fluff, no filler. Every lesson is designed to be used today in a real work scenario. This is English training for professionals that delivers real-world results.
Tailored to Real Business Needs
We blend Business English training with soft skills training and cross-cultural communication. Whether it’s mastering small talk, balancing politeness with assertiveness, or presenting with confidence, Talaera learners get tools they can apply immediately. Our goal is to ensure learners gain the workplace communication skills they need for their day-to-day success.
Powerful Analytics for L&D Teams
Training managers and L&D, we’ve got you covered. Our team dashboard provides robust analytics and allows you to track progress, prove ROI, and manage teams across different regions effortlessly.
Teachers That Inspire
And let’s not forget our teachers. They’re experts, mentors, cultural guides, and the kind of people you’d actually want to grab a coffee with.
“The Talaera team is a bunch of very passionate folks, and I am sure you will enjoy working with them. Their energy is truly contagious.” Manali, Talent and Organizational Development Partner, TD SYNNEX
Innovation in Learning: AI-Powered Tools Meet Real Human Connection
We constantly improve our tech based on what we hear from learners and organizations. Here’s how we make learning engaging, personalized, and impactful:
Matching Learners and Instructors Perfectly
We use machine learning for an optimal match. Our algorithms consider backgrounds, learning styles, student needs, and teacher strengths to ensure the best fit between students and teachers. This meticulous matching process guarantees the right teacher for every learner, significantly enhancing the learning experience and fostering more effective and personalized education.
Real-Time Feedback for Continuous Improvement
Learners save words in personal dictionaries and create custom quizzes based on these words, reinforcing vocabulary with role-specific examples. They receive instant feedback on their performance, even for free-form exercises, keeping them engaged and continuously improving.
Flexible, Curated Learning Content for Today’s Professionals
Our extensive library of original online courses includes engaging video lessons, audio clips, interactive modules, and thousands of practical exercises. Learners can access lessons anytime, anywhere, making learning flexible, convenient, and relevant. Our content is always up-to-date with real-world applications, covering topics from Slack communication to virtual team dynamics.
Speech-to-Text for Enhanced Live Practice
Our speech-to-text technology enhances conversational and listening skills during live sessions by providing real-time transcriptions and instant translation. This allows learners to fully understand their instructor, regardless of their level, and immediately see and correct their mistakes, making live practice sessions more effective and engaging.
Analytics That Simplify Training Management
Our convenient company dashboard offers centralized tracking and reporting of learner progress and engagement. It simplifies the management of training schedules, user data, and instant report downloads, making it easy for training managers and L&D teams to manage training across regions and onboard new team members effortlessly.
“I love that Talaera handles all the training logistics from A to Z.” — Shani, CheckPoint
Why Human-Centered Learning Drives Success
Effective learning is about human connections and support. Even in a distance learning environment, our learners are never alone. Here’s how we support our learners, foster a collaborative environment, and align content with business goals:
Our Business English teachers: Our instructors are not just teachers; they are mentors who guide learners through their journey. They receive ongoing professional development and structured feedback to stay up-to-date with the latest teaching methods. Our strict hiring and curation process selects instructors who are exceptionally qualified, well-traveled, and experienced, ensuring high engagement and genuine human connections. Structured feedback mechanisms and learner surveys help us monitor and continuously improve instructor performance. Talaera teachers are people you’d want to hang out with—someone learners look forward to meeting.
Practical and relevant content: Every lesson is crafted to be practical and directly relevant to the learner’s professional and personal life, ensuring real-world applications that enhance their daily work and communication skills.
Comprehensive learner support: Continuous feedback allows us to promptly address challenges and improve the learning experience. Our instructors guide learners every step of the way, with regular check-ins and access to resources, including 24/7 (human) tech support.
Fostering collaboration and engagement: Our English Speaking Club brings learners together from around the world. These weekly English conversation practice sessions are like a dynamic club where learners can refine their communication skills and boost their fluency in English in a supportive environment. Learners appreciate the practical and interactive nature of our sessions, directly applicable to their work and personal lives. They value the opportunity to practice speaking, listening, and using new vocabulary and idioms with peers from different countries and backgrounds. Learners network with high-profile professionals and peers from top companies like Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, and many of the world's most forward-thinking organizations. In a world with so much division, our sessions offer a window into other cultures. This cultural exchange and networking opportunity enriches the learning experience and fosters a sense of global community, helping learners understand diverse communication styles and practices and broadening their perspectives.
Business English Training That Gets Real Results
At Talaera, we provide personalized Business English training that professionals can use right away. Whether you're a manager in Munich, an engineer in Bangalore, or a sales lead in New York, our training helps you communicate clearly and confidently.
What are we most proud of? The results Talaera gets for our learners and their organizations. At Talaera, our success is measured by the tangible impact our training has on learners and organizations. Here’s a look at the impressive results we've achieved:
Learner Satisfaction and Engagement:
Learners rated their experience with their instructor at 9.8/10.
9.2/10 learners felt their time was well spent.
9/10 learners found the training highly relevant to their job roles.
8.8/10 learners were satisfied with their overall progress.
8.1/10 participants felt they accomplished their learning goals after 10 sessions.
Performance Improvement and Business Impact:
ZIM
A leader in global shipping with employees from over 90 countries, significantly improved communication and teamwork by partnering with Talaera.
98.2% of learners used skills learned from Talaera directly in their workplace.
92% reported increased productivity due to reduced communication barriers.
89% feel more confident working with international colleagues.
86% are more prepared for English-only leadership roles.
"The best thing is that Talaera creates a learning ecosystem where our employees can immediately apply what they learn to our workplace." — Ilona Kantor, Training Specialist at ZIM
Thomson Reuters
A global information provider with 25,000 employees, significantly improved team efficiency and email communication with Talaera’s tailored business English training program.
92% of participants reduced their language barriers.
The average satisfaction score was 90%.
"Now, participants won't stop talking about their experience with Talaera, and that not only helped us communicate better internally but also gave our L&D team great confidence to implement Talaera at a global level." — Anna G Barreno, Sr. Learning Consultant at Thomson Reuters
"My instructor truly listened to my needs and adapted the sessions accordingly." — Neeraja, Learning Specialist at Thomson Reuters
Netafim
An innovative agriculture leader with 5,000 employees worldwide, significantly boosted productivity and leadership readiness by partnering with Talaera for a personalized business English training program.
83.7% of participants reported increased productivity after Talaera sessions.
87% feel more confident working with international peers in English. "At Netafim, we believe in investing in growth opportunities for our global teams. I feel immensely proud to see that we are making an impact and providing value to our global employees. They are so grateful!" — Niva Markus, Global Learning Lead at Netafim
These aren’t just numbers. They’re people overcoming barriers, working smarter, and thriving in global teams with award-winning language training.
“The culture component is fascinating. This is exactly what we need.” Chief Human Resources & Diversity Officer, USA
Business English Learning Formats for Every Need
One-on-one Business English lessons:
Personalized sessions focusing on individual learners' specific needs and goals, designed for immediate impact.
"Probably the best and most tailored to my needs course I have ever taken. My teacher was wonderful!" — Jess Argarate, Art Director
Group courses and workshops
Our interactive group sessions address specific language challenges, from delivering impactful presentations to writing effective emails.
Live communication and culture webinars
Weeks of learning in less than one hour. The Talaera webinars are expert-led sessions on relevant topics related to workplace communication and culture, providing real-time interaction and engagement.
Self-paced online courses
Flexible courses that learners can complete at their own pace, covering a wide range of business communication skills.
Instructor-led conversation practice
Our English Speaking Club consists of live practice sessions focusing on improving conversational skills and fluency in a professional context.
"My sincere advice to people who would take this session next is to just go for it. You will never regret it. This is a great opportunity you would not want to miss!" — Steffy Diana, Learner
The People Behind the Magic
This award belongs to our entire community—the learners, instructors, and team members who bring Talaera to life every day. From developers fine-tuning our platform to instructors inspiring learners, every person plays a role in this success.
“The Talaera team is a bunch of very passionate folks, and I am sure you will enjoy working with them. Their energy is truly contagious.” – Talent and Organizational Development Partner
What’s Next for Talaera? Leading L&D Innovation Forward
We’re just getting started. This award fuels our drive to keep innovating, keep listening to learners, and keep making workplace communication better for non-native speakers everywhere. More AI enhancements, more tailored content, and more ways to make sure our learners don’t just survive in English — they thrive. We’ll continue offering the best Business English training for global teams and developing effective cross-cultural communication training programs.
Want to see what all the buzz is about? Try Talaera’s Business English Training and experience the difference for yourself. Start with a free consultation today and see how we can help your team thrive in global communication.
A huge thank you to our amazing team, our passionate learners, and the Learning Technologies community. Here’s to clearer communication, more confident professionals, and a world where language is never a barrier.
Onward and upward.
