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56. The Single Most Effective Way To Improve Your English Jul 21, 2020

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What is the BEST way for you to learn English? Can someone who is not YOU know such a thing? Is it really about that one method to become fluent or is it about understanding what YOU need?

In this episode, I'm going to talk about how to find out the most effective way for you to learn English, how to understand what type of learner you are (so that your learning process will be more effective), and at the same time, I'm going share with you the secret method that has helped ME master English and become a confident speaker.

Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://theaccentsway.com/influency-community/

If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://theaccentsway.com/audio-accent-course/

55. 5 Steps to Improve Your Pronunciation and Communication Skills Jul 17, 2020

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Have you ever wanted to improve your English pronunciation but didn't know where to start? Today's episode is all about improving your pronunciation and clarity. I'm going to teach you the 5 steps that you need to take in order to gain clarity and confidence when it comes to speaking in English.

You could also watch the video version here: https://theaccentsway.com/improve-your-accent/

Here are the 5 steps:

Perception (listening skill)
Pronunciation
Intonation
Effective practice
Intentional speaking

More episodes on Pronunciation and Intonation:

How to Practice Pronunciation Effectively? https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/21/ American INTONATION – What They don't Teach You in School | The Secrets of Native Speakers: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/12/ How to effectively practice your intonation in English: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/13/

If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://theaccentsway.com/audio-accent-course/

54. R Boot Camp: Daily Drill to Pronounce the R in English FREELY and EFFORTLESSLY Jul 14, 2020

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Download my FREE R word drills and sentences WITH audio to practice the R: https://bit.ly/2uwlVbz

How frustrating is it to KNOW how to pronounce the R in English, but when you need to use it… it's not there for you! (Or it feels like you have mud in your mouth ?)

I mean, why is your RRRR not listening to you?!?!

But worry not, because I got you covered.

If you do this R BOOT CAMP every day for 2 weeks, you will see how it is SO MUCH EASIER FOR YOU to use the R freely, and spontaneously when speaking. It's all a matter of developing your muscle memory.

You can pair it up with my morning pronunciation practice: https://theaccentsway.com/pronunciation-practice-english/ And you're good to go

To watch the R Bootcamp on video: https://theaccentsway.com/american-r-sound

In this drill, first we practice the R before different vowels and really get comfortable with those transitions. Then, we'll work on 2 tricky sounds that sound similar to the R: the L and the W. We'll also practice the R after different vowels and build your muscle memory. Once you're done, we'll move to practice the R sound in different clusters and from there we'll move to full words and sentences. And don't forget, when you're done, put 'DONE' in the comments area on the website!

Also, was there any drill in particular that you feel helped you the most?

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

More video and audio materials on R in English:

Make the American R! | American English Pronunciation https://theaccentsway.com/the-american-r/ The R sound in English: The most in-depth lesson you'll ever hear https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/17/

If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://theaccentsway.com/audio-accent-course/

Join the Live English show on all my channels on Thursdays at 12 p.m. EST.

53. Why English Teachers Struggle Building A Successful Business Online #Friday4Teachers Jul 10, 2020

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This episode today is for English teachers, in particular, those who run their own business. If you're not a teacher, you can download the script here and use this episode as a listening exercise: https://hadarshemesh.com/transcript/english-teachers-building-business/

Question: Why do super talented and passionate teachers struggle with finding more students and building a sustainable business online? Why is it so hard for teachers to scale from one-to-one to one-to-many?

It's not because they're not good teachers. It's usually because there's one missing element, that unless teachers embody it, it will be forever challenging to keep growing and developing personally and professionally.

And that's what I share in this episode.

Everything I talk about is based on my own personal experience and the transformations I've gone through in life and in my business, as well as on the experience of the teachers in my community and in my membership program English Teachers Academy.

If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://hadarshemesh.com/audio-accent-course/

You can also download an interactive list of 50 of the most mispronounced words in English and master the pronunciation of those tricky words: https://hadarshemesh.com/50-most-mispronounced-words/

Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://hadarshemesh.com/influency-community/

52. English for Korean Speakers: How to Overcome Your BIGGEST Pronunciation Challenges ? Jul 07, 2020

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In this episode, I'm going to talk about the biggest English pronunciation challenges for Korean Speakers – all broken down and explained.

You'll learn what are those main challenges, why they are difficult for you, but more than that – you'll learn how to overcome them and become a more confident and clear English speaker.

Download the FREE American English pronunciation guide for Korean speakers: https://theaccentsway.com/korean-speakers-guide/

Not a Korean speaker? I bet that as a non-native speaker of English you can find at least one challenge that is relevant to you Let me know what it is in the comments section!

Use the Google pronunciation tool to test your pronunciation: https://theaccentsway.com/google-ipa/

?American Pronunciation guide for Spanish speakers: https://bit.ly/2rSYK9O ?American Pronunciation guide for Russian speakers: https://bit.ly/34uniDs ?American Pronunciation guide for Brazilian speakers: https://bit.ly/2I5nzEb

Are you a teacher? Learn more about English Teachers Academy and join: https://englishteachersacademy.com/join/

Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://theaccentsway.com/influency-community/

If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://theaccentsway.com/audio-accent-course/

Join the Live English show on all my channels on Thursdays at 12 p.m. EST.

51. The 5 Ground Rules To Staying Motivated When Learning English Jul 03, 2020

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Do you ever get bored or discouraged when learning English? Do you find yourself wanting to quit? Or quitting way too often? Do you feel that you're not good enough because you can't keep up with your studies?

If you answered 'yes' on any of these questions, this episode is just for you. In this episode, I'm going to share with you 5 rules for staying motivated in English. They are fun and helpful, especially in times when you feel like quitting.

Quick note: this is the audio version of my YT video. And if you want, you can also watch the video because I dance there a little bit ? https://theaccentsway.com/motivation-in-english/

The Compound Effect episode: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/15/

More resources to help you stay accountable and never give up on your English journey:

STOP Doing THIS If You Want To Speak English Fluently https://theaccentsway.com/speak-english-fluently/

Why English Learners Fail https://theaccentsway.com/why-english-learners-fail/

The #1 Strategy To Gain Fluency And Confidence In English https://theaccentsway.com/fluency-strategy/

Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://theaccentsway.com/influency-community/

If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://theaccentsway.com/audio-accent-course/

50. 15 Minute Morning Pronunciation Practice for English Learners Jul 01, 2020

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In this episode, I'm going to share with you the ideal morning pronunciation practice for your English.

To watch the daily practice on video: http://theaccentsway.com/pronunciation-practice-english

Now, here's the thing. Pronunciation is, basically, knowing how to use your muscles, your articulation organs. And as muscles, they need to be trained and you need to build up your muscle. And in order for you to master the sounds of English and to be in command and control of your tongue, which you should be, you need to exercise it. This is why I created these exercises for you that you can do every single day.

Do this 15-minute practice every morning before you start your day, or before an important meeting, and you'll feel the difference.

More videos about voice and vocabulary drills: Do you change your voice when you speak English? Here's why: https://theaccentsway.com/change-your-voice-in-english/

How to Use Your Voice in ENGLISH to Sound Powerful and Confident: https://theaccentsway.com/improve-your-speaking-voice-in-english/

How To Learn New Vocabulary? Build Pronunciation Confidence ? https://theaccentsway.com/how-to-learn-new-vocabulary/

Join the Live English show on all my channels on Thursdays at 12pm EST.

Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://theaccentsway.com/influency-community/

49. The Price English Learners Pay for Systemic Racism With Teacher Will Jun 26, 2020

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In this episode, teacher Will talks to us about what is individual vs systemic racism and how it affects English learners, the importance of diversity in the English learning industry, what privilege is and other good stuff you truly don't want to miss. Because everything we talk about in this episode, has to do with how we think, teach and learn English.

This is a part of an interview I had with teacher Will on the Live English show.

Teacher Will's Instagram: @ask_teacherwill (https://www.instagram.com/ask_teacherwill/) Teacher Will's YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2Zf0hnt

One of my recent episodes on how to talk about social justice in English: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/43/

Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://hadarshemesh.com/influency-community/

48. What Makes a GOOD English Teacher? Jun 23, 2020

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What makes a good English teacher? So many people settle for mediocre English teaching because it's comfortable and they don't believe they can find something better ? They keep taking English lessons with the wrong teacher because it's either close to home, it's familiar, it's cheap, they feel bad leaving the teacher, they don't need to do any research, or it simply allows them to stay in their comfort zone.

In this episode, I'll share with you some tips on how to know if your teacher is the right teacher for you.

? Have YOU ever taken English classes with a private teacher or in a group, but still felt STUCK? ? Are you learning English and wondering how you can improve your training? ? Are you teaching English and looking to take your work to the next level?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, this episode is a must for you!

Interested to know about the 13 Things I've Learned as a Teacher? https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/07/

Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://theaccentsway.com/influency-community/

If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://theaccentsway.com/audio-accent-course/

47. American Rhythm: Learn How To Be A Better Speaker With Reese Witherspoon Jun 18, 2020

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Download the script with my intonation & rhythm notes for effective practice: https://theaccentsway.com/rhythm/

In this episode you are going to learn:

What is the secret of American rhythm and intonation?
What are the things in American English that non-native speakers sometimes perceive as 'fake' and 'over-the-top', and how can we change this misperception?
What makes a speech in English powerful and effective?

To learn more about the fundamentals of American intonation: What They Don't Teach You In School: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/12/

Join our Facebook community to connect with non-native English learners from all over the world: https://theaccentsway.com/influency-community/

If you want to improve your accent and understand spoken English better, download my free American Accent audio crash course: https://theaccentsway.com/audio-accent-course/

You can also download an interactive list of 50 of the most mispronounced words in English and master the pronunciation of those tricky words: https://theaccentsway.com/mispro-signup/

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