English with Thiago

💥Get my pronunciation course at the LOWEST price ever: https://www.englishwiththiago.com/the-sounds-of-english-black-friday-2024 Summary In this episode, Thiago explores the reasons why some people learn English faster than others. He categorizes learners into three types: hardcore, average, and casual, emphasizing the importance of aligning learning approaches with personal goals and life circumstances. Thiago stresses the need for realistic expectations and consistent practice, while also sharing personal anecdotes and practical tips for effective language learning. The episode concludes with a reminder to assess one's situation and adjust learning strategies accordingly. Chapters 00:00 Intro + Special Deal 03:22 Types of English Learners 07:12 Aligning Goals with Learning Approaches 12:07 Realistic Expectations in Language Learning 16:23 Personal Reflections on Learning Goals 20:01 The Importance of Honesty in Learning 23:56 Practical Tips for English Learners 27:16 The Learner's Corner & Outro Follow me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teacher.thiagoalencar Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/teacher.thiagoalencar

In this episode, Thiago Alencar introduces the concept of slow productivity and its application to English learning. He discusses the common issue of pseudo-productivity, where learners feel busy but make little progress. The episode outlines three key principles of slow productivity: doing fewer things, working at a natural pace, and obsessing over quality. Thiago emphasizes the importance of sustainable study habits and the need to focus on quality over quantity when learning English. 0:00 Intro 01:41 Pseudo-productivity 03:46 Cal Newport & Slow Productivity 04:50 Principle 1: Do Fewer Things 10:06 Principle 2: Work at a Natural Pace 16:42 Principle 3: Obsess Over Quality 20:16 The Quality Framework 26:11 The Learner's Corner 30:44 Take your learning further! ***FREE RESOURCES*** 📖50 Phrasal Verbs & Idioms (FREE eBook): https://www.englishwiththiago.com/spice-up-ebook 📝FREE Study Plan (Template): https://www.englishwiththiago.com/study-plan 🔥Storytelling Challenge (FREE Version): https://www.englishwiththiago.com/storytelling-challenge ***PAID RESOURCES*** 🎯Pronunciation Course: https://www.englishwiththiago.com/course-pre-sale 🔒Private community: https://www.englishwiththiago.com/community 💥Storytelling Challenge (FULL Version): https://www.englishwiththiago.com/offers/QYtXMcuw 📱Get 50% off of ELSA premium membership for one year: https://www.elsaspeak.com/inf/englishwiththiagopremium ****** 💖Become a channel member: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChN7HW1AJ4GWtPiBMLD8Tsg/join 📱Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teacher.thiagoalencar/ ****** ⭐Want to be featured in The Learner's Corner? 🎙️Send me a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/englishwiththiago ✍️Write me an email at: [email protected] P.S. If you're interested in private or group classes, fill out this form: https://forms.gle/qjJvdikjRzHXrFPe7 P.S.S. Follow my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@teacher.thiagoalencar?sub_confirmation=1

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📱Get 50% off of ELSA premium membership for one year: https://www.elsaspeak.com/inf/englishwiththiagopremium 📱Download ELSA and get 7 days membership for free: https://bit.ly/ENGLISHWITHTHIAGOXELSA Summary In this episode, Thiago Alencar shares seven solo exercises designed to help English learners practice speaking alone. These exercises aim to improve fluency, confidence, and pronunciation, allowing learners to engage with the language anytime and anywhere. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-practice and provides practical tips for effective language learning. Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:24 The Fluency Compass 2:20 Exercise 1 3:37 Exercise 2 6:33 Exercise 3 10:09 Exercise 4 13:28 Exercise 5 14:52 Exercise 6 18:41 Exercise 7 20:52 Recap & Final Words 23:18 The Learner's Corner 29:18 Outro Follow me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teacher.thiagoalencar