Boost Your English Speaking Skills

Aug 22, 2024

Weekly English Speaking Challenge

Overview

  • Aim: Start using English regularly
  • Time frame: 7 days as a minimal intensive training program
  • Goal: Gain confidence in speaking English

Key Points

  • Fluency in 7 Days:
    • Not realistic to become fluent or perfect in a week.
    • Ideal for those who can read and understand but struggle with speaking.
  • Building a Habit:
    • To build a speaking habit, aim for 30 days straight.
    • 7 days can serve as a super intensive training.

Exercises to Improve Speaking

  1. Tongue Twisters:

    • Practice daily for about 10 minutes.
    • Warms up face muscles and prepares for speaking.

  2. Shadowing:

    • Choose a 30-second monologue or dialogue.
    • Shadow for 10-20 minutes to improve pronunciation and intonation.
    • Provides exposure to vocabulary and grammar.

  3. Answering Questions:

    • Find common small talk or interview questions.
    • Answer them and analyze your performance.
    • Recommended time: 30 minutes.

Paid Options

  • Platforms to Consider:
    • Cambly
    • Lingoda
    • iTalki
  • Benefits of One-on-One Lessons:
    • Tailor lessons to individual needs.
  • Additional Resources:
    • Language coaches (e.g., Kayla) for personalized guidance.
    • Influency community on Facebook for activities and speaking clubs.

Suggested Routine for 7-Day Intensive

  • Daily Schedule:
    • Tongue Twisters: 10 minutes
    • Shadowing: 20 minutes
    • Answering Questions: 30 minutes
    • App Learning: 20 minutes
    • Lessons with a Teacher/Coach: 1 hour
    • Speaking Partner: 1 hour
    • Speaking Club: 1 hour
    • Total Time: Approximately 4 hours/day

Focus Areas

  • Concentrate on speaking rather than grammar during this period.
  • If grammar is a major concern, work on it with a teacher.

Final Thoughts

  • Real results may take time to show after intensive training.
  • Take time to reflect on progress post-training.
  • Engage with the material and push yourself to improve.

Conclusion

  • Utilize the provided information for self-improvement in speaking English.
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