Multilingualism in Content Creation

Halfway through recording my vlog the other day, I realized I’d just delivered a sentence that started in English, borrowed a Dutch expression, and used a German sentence structure — all without noticing.

My brain didn’t crash… but I’m pretty sure some viewers needed a moment to process.

Welcome to life inside a multilingual head.

My Multilingual Background

I grew up speaking Swiss German, then learned German, Dutch, and English, with some French and Japanese joining the mix later on.

Today, I vlog and blog mostly in English — not because it’s my strongest language, but because it’s the one that lets me connect with the largest number of people around the world.

That decision opened up incredible opportunities for connection. But it also introduced a unique challenge: trying to be an effective communicator in a language that competes with four others constantly buzzing in my mind.

The Advantages – How It Empowers Me

Speaking multiple languages is like having a backpack full of tools:

Global connection – I can talk to and understand a wide variety of people.
Creative perspective – Different languages shape how I describe things.
Cultural nuance – Expressions from one language often bring a fresh twist to another.
Adaptability – I’m used to switching modes and adjusting how I speak based on who I’m talking to.

It also means I can watch a video in one language, read about it in another, and discuss it in a third — and that’s a real superpower for a creator.

The Challenges – Where It Trips Me Up

Of course, superpowers have their kryptonite. For me, it’s:

Word mix-ups – A Japanese word sneaks into an English sentence without warning.
Grammar crossovers – My Dutch and German sentence structures sometimes gatecrash my English vlogs.
Pronunciation quirks – My accent is a blend of everywhere I’ve lived.
Mental fatigue – Translating my thoughts on the fly while flying an FPV drone is… interesting.

It’s not about “bad English” — it’s about juggling multiple language systems and occasionally dropping one. Or two.

Turning Weakness into Strength

Instead of hiding these quirks, I’ve decided to own them. My pronunciation, unusual word choices, and occasional grammar gymnastics are part of my voice as a creator. They remind viewers that I’m not trying to be perfect — I’m trying to be real.

Every vlog and blog post is also language practice. Each time I hit record or publish, I’m not just improving my storytelling; I’m sharpening my communication skills across all languages.

Why I Keep Going

I remind myself constantly: communication is about connection, not perfection. If my videos make someone laugh, inspire them to fly, or help them see a challenge differently, then I’ve done my job — even if I mix up a word or two along the way.

Whether in the sky with my drone or in front of the camera, I’m learning that storytelling is about making people feel something. And that’s a language everyone understands.

If you’re a creator working in a language that’s not your first — or if you’re simply worried about “getting it wrong” — my advice is simple: start now. The more you speak, write, and create, the better you’ll get. And along the way, you might just discover that your quirks are the very thing that makes people connect with you.