Are you over-consuming or taking a “greener”, more organic approach to your language learning? I haven’t counted the books in the above bookshelf but the total figure probably equals the number of books I’ve read over the last 5 years. In the past 12 months, I’ve greatly reduced my consumption but it took me a […]
“I’m a perfectionist.” This is the clever reply I sometimes gave in interviews to the famous question “what is your weakness”? At the time, I was proud to be seen as a perfectionist but I’ve since understood that it’s like seeing the tip of the iceberg and thinking that the tip is all there is. […]
Why you need ONE big goal if you’re a perfectionist language learner Perfectionists have a fixed mindset in general, particularly around areas that are often associated with “intelligence” such as business, creativity or language learning. I speak from experience as I’m a “recovering” perfectionist. What is a fixed mindset exectly? Fixed and growth mindsets are […]
If you’re a busy Entrepreneur or Business Executive and you want to thrive and not just survive in your English (or any language) in 2020 and beyond, read on. So, the big question is: why are so many leaders “just surviving” their language learning? Well, there are five main things that get in the […]
Public speaking in a foreign language. What does that evoke to you: an adrenaline rush or a battlefield? If it’s the second option, this article is for you. Because I know the fears you’re struggling with. In a nutshell, you’re worried about: making mistakes misunderstanding or being misunderstood not having the words you need to […]
In today’s world, we’re inundated with information from all sides. So we don’t want to merely add to all the noise. Like the space between the lightning and the clap of thunder, we want to make people pause and listen. To create a silence around us that speaks volumes. We want to create meaning and […]
“It usually takes me more than three weeks to write a good impromptu speech.” Mark Twain Public speaking. Depending on how we view it, it can be a pain or a pleasure! Giving presentations, giving keynote speeches, leading or facilitating meetings, making company or product pitches, social networking… the possibilities are endless and so are […]
“There is no more B2B or B2C: It’s Human to Human“. Bryan Kramer Whether we are entrepreneurs, freelancers, or CEOs of small, medium or mega-sized companies, whether we’re selling products or services to individuals or companies, whether we’re native or non-native speakers, there is only one way to really connect with our customers/clients: by being […]
I’m sure you’ve heard this popular joke by the American comedian Jerry Seinfeld: “According to most studies, people’s number one fear is public speaking. Number two is death. Death is number two. Does that sound right? This means to the average person, if you go to a funeral, you’re better off in the casket than […]
Why Make a Life Design Plan? The Life-Design Plan was made famous by Debbie Milmann, a renowned designer and educator, who has appeared on Tim Ferriss’ podcast several times. You can find more details on the Plan here. In a nutshell, the Plan makes you establish a direction for yourself. Think about it. If you […]