Archive for January, 2008

How Much Spanish Do You Need To Know?

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

Being able to speak Spanish is a definite plus for anyone who wants to advance in their career. However, many people don’t realize that you don’t need a ton of Spanish to make a difference. It’s the 80-20 rule. You only need to know 20% of the Spanish you think you need in 80% of the situations.

Let me explain. (more…)

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Is Learning a Foreign Language Abroad For You?

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008

Study abroad programs offer the fastest way to fluency. There is no question about that. You get the language in so many ways: you read the street signs, the menus, hear the people at the bus stop, the list goes on and on.

Yet, there are people that have had a hard time with language learning, regardless of where they are.  For many of these people, they don’t feel studying abroad is the answer because for them learning a foreign language is not going to happen.

Well, nothing could be further from the truth. Just follow these simple tips. (more…)

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Learning foreign languages in 10 minutes a day?

Wednesday, January 2nd, 2008

A dream come true! Learn a language in 10 minutes a day. Well, like a lot of things, this statement is true if you are talking about learning the basics. Ten minutes a day is enough. However, if you want to learn to speak and understand, and you’re beginning from scratch, you’re in big trouble. (more…)

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