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Why your Language Learning Goal Sucks and What to Do About it

Why your Language Learning Goal Sucks and What to Do About it

FromThe Fluent Show


Why your Language Learning Goal Sucks and What to Do About it

FromThe Fluent Show

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Length:
18 minutes
Released:
Aug 12, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description


In this short solo episode, Kerstin announces the launch of her brand new German pronunciation course. It's been something long anticipated and it's finally here.Check out Speak German like a Native today to get the special podcast deal and learn how to speak German with your best accent ever.You also get a special appearance from slightly angry Kerstin to learn home truths about goal setting.If your current language learning goal is "fluency" or "a 15 minute conversation", then you need to listen to this episode.

5 Steps to Help you Set Better Goals
List out Specific Steps using the 5 Ws
Write down those Goals
Work with Tangible Tasks, not Time Chunks
Start Small - Halve your Current Goal
Get an Accountability Partner
It's important to follow these rules, particularly the first one. Don't be overambitious, instead be specific and accountable. That's the way to achieve goals regularly and be rewarded every time.Where to Find out More
For more information on the four core language skills as mentioned in the podcast, check out Fluency Made Achievable.
Article on Fluent U
Richard Simcott has a goalsetting video on Youtube
Released:
Aug 12, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Learn a Language...Or Maybe Three! The Fluent Show is on a mission to help you get excited about language learning. We learn languages every day in our lives, and have learnt over 15 different languages between us. We share stories, news, tips, and ideas that will make you fluent...eventually. Subscribe to the show today to get your regular dose of Fluent love. ? Check out the Fluent Language courses (https://www.fluentlanguage.co.uk/my-courses) It is worth clarifying that we actively want to support anti-racism and will highlight and advocate for the equality of all. Language learning means committing to tolerance of other world views, and this open mind is a core value for me. This topic deserves well considered words so here are the best Kerstin managed to put together. (https://www.fluent.show/blacklivesmatter)