How to Better Make the Most of Little English

Shyness and lack of self-discipline made me a lazy learner of the English language. Then, not too long ago, desire, decision, determination, and discipline became my best friends. Now that the importance of mastering English has reached a significant part of my personal development, I find it helpful to share with you the process I am using to take my education to the next level.

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If you have been learning English for a while, or you have just started, this blog post has all you need to make the most of little when learning English as a second language. It is a process that will help you save time and better focus on your study.


Our trouble is not ignorance, but inaction.”
— Dale Carnegie





One thing that will help you move fast toward your goal is the fact of never missing a day and using every opportunity to practice the new things you learned in a way that always corresponds to your personality, your area of expertise, and so on. Depending on your needs, you may also find a mentor or a role model who has already achieved the type of goal you have set for yourself. It is a marathon!

1. Selective reading:

Focus your reading in materials you can understand 90% of the content

2. Selective listening:

Focus your listening in materials you can understand 90% of the content

3. Intentional writing:

Make a commitment to writing something every single day

4. Intentional speaking:

Make a commitment to speaking with someone every single day

This blog post remains available to you; you can come back and check it any time, and particularly retain the part that you do not practice frequently. You can also print it for your next study of English as a second language.

Question: Do you have other ways to make the English learning more efficient for non-natives? You can leave your comment by clicking here.


Originally published at www.idioumarou.com on May 29, 2015.