How to Find Focus and Improve Your English More Quickly
Think back to when you first started learning English. Your very first experience studying the language was probably when you were in school. You might not remember exactly what you first worked on,...
View ArticleFive Ways to Show Active Listening During Conversations with Americans
Are you listening? Then you need to show me. Showing active listening is absolutely essential in American culture. Like it or not, when we are speaking a language that isn’t our first, we often...
View ArticleUse Your Listening Skills to Improve Your Speaking and Conversation Skills in...
Today I’m going to answer a question that I get asked all the time: How can I use my listening skills to improve my speaking skills? You’ll learn how to strengthen your listening skills and use...
View ArticleUse Your Listening Skills to Improve How You Sound When Speaking English
Can you use your listening skills in order to reduce your accent and improve your pronunciation? That’s the question we’re going to answer today! In order to improve how you sound in English, you...
View ArticleHow to Understand Fast Native English Speakers During Conversations
Want to understand fast native English speakers during conversations in English? Do you feel a little stressed out when trying to follow what fast-talking Americans are saying? ? If so, you’re...
View ArticleTrain Your Ear to Hear English Rhythm and Melody
When I start working with my accent reduction clients on stress and intonation, there’s one comment I hear all the time: I never noticed this before. And then this question follows: Why did I never...
View ArticleWhy Can I Understand You But Not Other English Speakers?
Why can I understand YOU but not other English speakers? I feel good about my English when I listen to you because I understand everything you say, even though you speak at a normal speed. However,...
View ArticleFast Speech – Shortcuts English Speakers Use to Speak Quickly and Efficiently
Have you noticed how we say “comfterble,” even though the word is spelled com-for-ta-ble? Have you ever heard anyone say “ax” when talking about asking questions? Or have you wondered why people often...
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