A UK-based global partner for international businesses and professionals
At Pip English UK we work with business leaders and professionals with English as a second language, seeking to expand into UK markets or secure UK clients and partnerships.
We support your strategic growth with training, strategy and hands on support. We equip you with behavioural science, expert pitch approaches and business language suited to UK clients and partners, and a deep understanding of UK market expectations so you can expand and succeed.
Solutions for leaders who want more
We provide a unique advantage you won’t find elsewhere. Our team, all native English speakers based in the UK, is obsessed with helping you avoid missed opportunities to expand into the UK market and manage relationships well – it combines:
• advanced modern training and strategies using proven methodologies to influence in high-stakes conversations and negotiations;
• behavioural science and neuroscience insights to build relationships and persuade effectively to secure deals; and
• business language nuances and cultural customs to get the most from your relationships with UK clients and partners.
This has proven to secure UK business, build trusted relationships and enable growth for European and Asian businesses. At Pip, we are here to help you avoid pitfalls and ensure your messages resonate clearly and confidently, unlocking your full potential in the UK market. The cost of missed opportunities in your business relationships, ineffective pitches or presentations, and misaligned strategies for handling UK clients can be significant, stalling your UK growth ambitions.
We ensure you excel at managing your UK business relationships, presentations, pitches and more to ensure your messages resonate with the local market by bringing unmatched expertise in international business with a focus on modern, UK-centric standards. From high quality executive programmes and select dedicated client retainers, to dynamic live business online courses and bespoke professional events, we help you to avoid falling short despite having the right products or services. Partner with us to gain a strategic advantage and confidently secure and grow your place in the UK market.
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Harness Every Opportunity in the Evolving UK Market
Competitive edge
The UK market has evolved, and many businesses are falling short of the strategic finesse needed to capitalise on its changes. At Pip, we offer deep insights, tailored methodologies, and expert guidance and learning to help you navigate this landscape with precision. These give you the competitive edge.
Adapt to modern expectations
The landscape has modernised, and sticking to old strategies won’t work any more. Adapting to the new expectations of the UK market is what is now essential to succeed. There are excellent, highly successful methods but many businesses don’t know how. At Pip we help you to show UK businesses how your company fits perfectly with their modern-day needs.
Raise your game
In today’s dynamic UK market, being knowledgeable and respected isn’t just a bonus—it’s a necessity. Pip empowers business professionals to elevate their skills, enhance their reputation, and gain the respect of key stakeholders. Our exclusive training, behavioural insights, and advanced methodologies ensure you stand out, demonstrating credibility and leadership in every interaction.
Our CEO and Founder
CEO and Founder Dr. Elayne Doherty.
Elayne Doherty is a seasoned strategist and teacher with nearly two decades of experience in the private and public sector, specialising in communications, HR, operations and senior leadership. She has guided businesses through the complex UK market landscape. She has spoken at conferences across Europe, contributed to industry publications, and attracted international awards for her work.
Elayne built Pip from the ground up, leveraging innovative methodologies and a strong understanding of behavioural and neuroscience principles. Her vision is clear: to help international businesses maximise their potential in the UK by refining their approach around proven behavioural science principles in managing UK relationships and adapting their messaging for the UK market.
Elayne and her team have become trusted partners for executives and business professionals seeking to secure trade deals with UK businesses. Her passion for creating transformative learning experiences, combined with her expertise in pitch language and negotiation strategy, ensures that Pip clients consistently exceed UK business expectations, achieving tangible growth and long-term partnerships.
“Many businesses have excellent services, solutions and products but it’s frustrating when they can’t get their message across to UK businesses who could benefit from them. There are methods which combined create higher chances of success and I am on a mission to share them, and ultimately enable perfect business matches.”
Elayne, based in the North of England, is the driving force behind Pip, bringing extensive expertise in business, strategy, and communications. She is a ‘Doctor of Business with a Specialism in Behavioural Psychology in Communications’. Plus she is a Fellow of the UK Chartered Institute for Personnel Development and is TEFL qualified in English language. Elayne’s background includes senior roles in UK Government and she takes enormous pride in preparing clients for pitches and presentations, and helping them persuade to get the most from business relationships.
Frequently asked questions
I have some questions about the course content and format. Where can I get more information?
Although our website has lots of information, we welcome further questions and requests so you can phone us – we always answer the phone between 8:30am and 6pm UK time or complete an enquiry form and we will reply to you by email. If you would prefer to book a call with us directly, you can do that too – just click this link: bit.ly/PipCall
If I have booked a ticket for an event but I now can’t attend, can I have a refund?
Yes, as long as it is more than seven days before the event we will refund you the full price straight away. We will buy the ticket back from you as we often have higher demand and waiting lists for our events and sessions so there will likely be others waiting who will want to purchase your ticket from us if we give them enough time.
Can I pay in instalments for the Business Professional Course?
Yes. When you get to the payment screen you will see the payment options which include spreading the cost across a number of months. You can select to pay in full or to set up a recurring payment.
Can I book on to the Business Professional Course and Executive Programme online without speaking to someone?
You can book and pay for the Business Professional Course online directly via our website although they are popular due to smaller group sizes and sometimes we have wait lists for certain start dates. The Executive Programme can also be booked and paid for on our website. Once we release dates for a new cohort, we alert those on the waitlist first. Whether the Business Professional Course or the Pip Executive Programme is right for you, we always recommend you have a conversation with us first to give you the chance to pose questions and ensure that the content is right for you and your business based on your goals and current level. You can click the ‘Contact’ button on the top of our webpage or phone us on (+44) 01204 451998 (8:30am to 6pm UK time). If you would prefer to book a call with us directly, you can do that too – just click this link: bit.ly/PipCall
What level of English do I need to have to be suited to the Business Professional Course or Executive Programme?
For both the Business Professional Course and the Executive Programme, you don’t need perfect English, but you should have a good grasp of English used in a professional setting. These programmes are designed for those who engage with UK clients, participate in pitches, presentations, or manage relationships with international counterparts. The key is your willingness to adapt and challenge your existing use of English, refine your approach to negotiating or persuading, and embrace new methods and principles tailored for the modern UK business landscape. If there is any aspect you are concerned about, please phone or email us because we care about our customers and will always make time to speak with you. You can click ‘Contact’ on the top right hand corner of our website homepage or phone us between 8:30am and 6pm UK time on (+44) 01204 451998.
