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356. Avoid these mistakes if you want to grow your vocabulary! Sep 26, 2023

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Do you want a bigger vocabulary? Of course! Who doesn't? But there are many methods out there that might be harming you instead of helping.

If you've ever tried to learn new vocabulary, you know that it can feel impossible at times, or overwhelming when you think about all the words you need to learn.

Even worse is when you spend time learning vocab, but then you can't put it in a sentence when you need it!

Today, I'm talking about the WORST techniques to improve your vocabulary. Avoid these techniques to save yourself time and prevent future headaches . I'll also be showing you proven methods that will ACTUALLY help you boost your vocabulary in a way that is productive, easy and will make words stick for good.

To get started, download my FREE 5-Step Vocabulary Planner: https://bit.ly/3XiF0qv

Check out more videos about building vocabulary:

How To Learn New Vocabulary | Build Pronunciation Confidence https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/how-to-learn-new-vocabulary/

Want to improve your speaking vocabulary? STOP LEARNING NEW WORDS https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/improve-speaking-vocabulary/

355. Mindset Talk: Dealing with Criticism Sep 22, 2023

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Have you ever dealt with criticism or unsolicited comments about your accent or your English? In this new mini-series called Mindset Talks, we'll be tackling different topics around mindset and English and how they are connected.

Learn about how to deal with criticism in English, and how to change the negative thoughts in your head you might have when it comes to what you think about your English.

354. 6 English Success Stories That Will Inspire You Sep 19, 2023

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I love success stories. Especially when I see someone who I identify with achieving the things I want to achieve in life. That's why I'm so excited to share with you today's real-life success stories!

In this episode, I'm interviewing 6 of my New Sound students as they share their experience inside New Sound, and what has become possible for them during and after.

Join New Sound today: https://bit.ly/3ZcYhus

They'll share what are the things that they needed to learn, and the things they needed to let go of to speak English powerfully, clearly and fluently.

They will also share the values of what New Sound is all about: speaking up, being heard, and using your English voice to change your life. And mostly, when we build pronunciation confidence, we feel more free and fluent, and much more like ourselves when speaking.

My students with me today are:

Rosario Oliva, a Software developer living in Italy Antonina Zusko, an English tutor from Ukraine, now living in the US Luciana Caraça, a UX Designer from Brazil, now living in Portugal Fred Silva, a digital marketer living in Brazil Muxiang Liu Pajerski, a National Marketing Technology Project Manager from China, now living in the US Sheena Weeden, a stay-at-home mom from the Philippines, now living in the US

353. Mindset Talk: How to Get Unstuck Sep 15, 2023

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In this new mini-series called Mindset Talks, we'll be tackling different topics around mindset and English and how they are connected. Today's episode is about how to get unstuck.

Today, we're talking about the feeling of being stuck in your English journey. Have you ever experienced that? Maybe you've been practicing for a while, but you're not seeing the results you hoped to see. Or maybe, you're just not feeling the same passion or excitement anymore as you practice. In today's talk, I'm going to share with you why these feelings might happen, and what you can do to overcome these feelings.

If you're looking for a way to get unstuck in your English and reach a breakthrough, I'm inviting you to check out my program New Sound. New Sound is the only program that focuses on the exact elements that will transform your English, build your confidence, and level up your pronunciation in English. Click here to learn more! https://bit.ly/3ZcYhus Registration closes on September 21.

352. Advantages vs. Disadvantages of learning on your own Sep 12, 2023

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of learning on your own?

There are so many benefits to learning on your own, especially now that we have access to so many materials, videos and practice online. We can literally learn whenever and however we want!

But sometimes we get off track, get stuck, or simply don't know what to focus on. What can we do from there? What does it take to keep the momentum going when studying alone, and what are the advantages and disadvantages of learning on your own? That's exactly what we'll talk about today.

If you're looking for a system with a full circle of support that keeps you on track, motivated and inspired, I'm inviting you to check out my program New Sound which is open for enrollment until Thursday, September 21. https://bit.ly/3ZcYhus

351. Mindset Talk: Managing your thoughts about your accent Sep 08, 2023

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In this new mini-series called Mindset Talks, we'll be tackling different topics around mindset and English and how they are connected. Today's episode is about managing your thoughts about your accent.

When you hear yourself speak in English you might have a lot of judgement or self-doubt, and today's topic is all about how to handle those thoughts and feelings that might come up.

If you're looking for more actionable steps to go from avoiding speaking in English to speaking with impact, I'm inviting you to join my free Masterclass where we'll be talking about 3 powerful strategies to get you the results you want to see in your English. Save your seat here: https://bit.ly/44ARgEU

Finally, if you're ready for a real transformation in the way you think, feel and sound in English, doors open for my transformational program New Sound in just a few days! Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/47pygvK

350. Practice your English with Barbie – America Ferrera's Monologue Sep 05, 2023

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Have you seen the movie Barbie? Recently, I went to the theater to watch it with my mom and sister, and immediately knew I HAD to make a video about it.

America Ferrera's monologue in the movie Barbie is a great example of how the different elements of speech come together to deliver an important message.

Want to join the FREE 5-Day Pronunciation Training? Click here! https://bit.ly/3Ebb5rs

For the full transcript to practice with and the video version, click here: https://bit.ly/47YWGwh

Watch my other speech analysis of America Ferrera: https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/america-ferrera-ted-talk-analysis/

349. A story of resilience and persistence #immigrant_experience Sep 01, 2023

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What does it take to build confidence in a language and country that you weren't born into?

In today's episode, I'm interviewing my student Zoraida Cruz. Zoraida is from Nicaragua and immigrated to the US as a teenager. She shares her experiences of living in a predominantly Spanish-speaking community, the struggles she faced and how ultimately she was able to completely transform her English and confidence to become an unstoppable communicator.

Zoraida was a student in my program New Sound. Read more about New Sound here: https://bit.ly/47pygvK

348. How to get started learning pronunciation Aug 29, 2023

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With so many videos, lessons and information out there, how do you know WHERE to get started learning pronunciation? In this episode, I'll take you step-by-step through how to learn pronunciation and save yourself time and frustration.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

6 signs to know if it's time to work on your pronunciation https://hadarshemesh.com/magazine/time-to-work-on-your-pronunciation/
Prioritize your challenges with The Priority Chart: https://hadarshemesh.com/the-priority-chart/
Pronunciation challenge guides by language: https://hadarshemesh.com/challenges-in-different-languages/

347. Mindset Talk: How to Find Motivation Aug 25, 2023

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In this new mini-series called Mindset Talks, we'll be tackling different topics around mindset and English and how they are connected. Today's episode is about How to Find Motivation. Something so many English learners struggle with. But the motivation I'm going to talk about today might be a little different than what you think of when you hear the word motivation.

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