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10 Things Polyglots Do Differently When Learning Languages
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VIDEO: 10 personal development books you should read
In the previous blog I gave you tips about 10 books which I really loved reading, because they helped me grow professionally. In this blog, I want to share another 10 books with you, but this time, it’s about books that helped me grow as a person. Again, I will provide several categories of these…
How to make the most out of the TED website
Probably each of us has seen at least one TED or TEDx video. Some of you may have even attended one of the TED events and experienced the amazing and inspiring atmosphere. But have you considered using these videos to improve your foreign language skills? What can TED offer you? On the TED homepage, you…
VIDEO: 10 business development books to read in a foreign language
One of my favorite methods to learn a language is to read a book, because I just love getting several benefits at the same time. I read something interesting, learn something new and learn a language at the same time. Because the only way to improve your comprehension is to get a lot of input.…
VIDEO: How to get from B2 to C1 level?
If you have achieved the level in your foreign language where you are comfortable using it, you can communicate with people, listen to podcasts, read books without greater problems, that’s great! Congratulations because achieving this level is not very simple. So if you’ve made it that far, that’s awesome! And the best thing is about…
Language School or Self-Study? Choosing in the Age of AI
A traditional language course gives you structure and a regular routine. Self-study gives you freedom and your own pace. And today, there's a third option. Which one is right for you? It depends on how much time you have, how you like to learn and what result you're really after. In this article, I compare…
Talent for Languages? The Myth That Holds You Back
Have you ever caught yourself thinking: “I've never been good at languages. I guess I just don't have the talent.” Maybe you've tried more than once – years of school, evening classes, apps on your phone – and every time you felt like you were going nowhere. Maybe you have friends who soak up languages…
DuoCards: The Ultimate Vocabulary App?
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