Jul 9, 2018 | Tips and tricks
You are working hard and want to be able to learn the language as fast as possible, right? I can understand that and it is possible to immerse yourself in the language even if you are in a English-speaking environment. Before you go to Quebec or a French-speaking...
Feb 16, 2018 | Tips and tricks
Learning French may seem a daunting task if you imagine that the language you know, English, is totally different from French. It appears as a huge mountain to climb when in reality, you already have almost 50% of the job done just by knowing English. So how do I take...
Jun 5, 2017 | Tips and tricks
Learning a new language is a long process but it doesn’t have to be painful. Vocabulary words do have to be learned but there are easier ways to do it than read and repeat those infamous vocabulary lists. Ewww! Start with the words and expressions that you...
May 30, 2017 | Tips and tricks
Learning French requires time and effort. Your success is directly related to the actions you take. It won’t feel like an unsurmountable mountain if you follow some basic rules. Planning your success with S.M.A.R.T. goals Have you ever heard of S.M.A.R.T. goals?...
May 17, 2017 | Tips and tricks
How do I get over my fear of making mistakes when speaking French? This is a question I get asked so often by my clients. You may be afraid of looking stupid or saying something “wrong” or the “wrong” way. I understand it can feel intimidating...
