Articles by Erik Chan

About Erik Chan

Erik Chan is CEO of PrettyFluent, a language app built for expats and travelers who need practical fluency fast, not textbook perfection. He speaks English, Mandarin, and Cantonese fluently, taught himself conversational French, and spent a decade learning German with little to show for it. He has a firsthand understanding of not just how languages are learned, but how and why they fail us. With over 20 years living abroad across Asia and Europe, he built PrettyFluent around what actually works.

Leading a team often feels like trying to navigate a foreign city without a map. The rules of engagement shift constantly, and what worked yesterday might fail tomorrow. Great leadership requires a deep understanding of the environment and the people within it. If you want to build a thriving team, you have to learn to speak their language.

Fluency in Leadership: How to Lead Like a Local

April 23, 2026 Erik Chan Comments Off

Essential Skills for the Modern Leader To guide a team effectively, you need a core set of skills that transcend borders and industries. Communication: Clear messaging ensures everyone rows in the same direction. It […]

4 Overlooked Ways to Cultivate Company Growth

September 23, 2018 Comments Off on 4 Overlooked Ways to Cultivate Company Growth
Building a Positive Corporate Culture

December 17, 2015 Comments Off on Building a Positive Corporate Culture
The Importance of a Strong Brand in Business

January 3, 2022 Comments Off on The Importance of a Strong Brand in Business
Back To Basics

May 10, 2011 Comments Off on Back To Basics
The Paradox Of Perfection

September 21, 2012 3