About me
Hey, I am Li (Selina nickname)
I am a native Chinese speaker,
based in Belgium.
Linguistics Background:
BA in English and Chinese Linguistics
Two years study of Dutch in Belgium
One year study of French in Belgium
Eight years ago, a relocation led me to exchange the vibrant city of Beijing for the cosmopolitan Brussels. This transition marked a significant shift in my professional life, as I left behind the independence of being a Mandarin coach and the corporate world.
Last year, I decided to explore the Flemish region, but faced a significant language barrier. Despite five years of living in the Dutch-speaking area, a year of intensive Dutch language courses, and a year of Dutch career coaching, I was rejected from three job interviews due to my "accent."
Are you a self-learner? Conquering Chinese Mandarin on your own?
Only struggling to crack the tone code?
Let's crack the Mandarin tonal code together.
Mastering tones early on will save you time and frustration, so you can focus on the fun stuff.
As a passionate intonation coach, I'm here to help you achieve a native-like accent by guiding you through Mandarin's unique tonal system.
Working Background:
5 years corporate life in Beijing
3 years working as Mandarin coach
5 years corporate life in Brussels
1 year career switch (Entrepreneurial program)
Present: Mandarin Intonation Coach
From China to Brussels - From speaking Chinese to Dutch
Unlike my previous venture eight years ago, I'm not relying solely on marketplaces. Instead, I'm building my practice from the ground up. Last year, I joined an entrepreneurial program in Belgium, I've embarked on a new chapter in my coaching journey.
Inspired by this experience,I've decided to return to my linguistic roots and become a Mandarin coach.
Learning a new language and living in another country has been a profound experience for me, teaching me the subtle nuances of intonation and tone. While I've mastered the intricacies of Mandarin, Dutch has posed a unique challenge. My Chinese accent, often perceived as "robotic" in Dutch, highlighted the subtle ways in which intonation and expressions can drastically alter meaning.
Join me on Threads for daily online learning resources and stay tuned for my upcoming book!
The Power of Intonation to Speak a Language Naturally
While I acknowledge my Chinese accent and fluency limitations, I refuse to let this become a hindrance. Instead, I've decided to embrace my unique perspective and turn it into an opportunity.