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What type of language learner are you? The type of language learner you are will influence how quickly you reach Spanish fluency. I will help you improve your Spanish and accelerate your path to fluency by helping you identify your language learning type. Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖 Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listening skills. Past attendees have gone from understanding 30% to 80% of spoken ...

Have you been feeling that your motivation is decreasing recently? Maybe you feel as if your study routine has turned completely upside down these days and that makes you feel... bored. There's nothing to worry about. It is totally normal to feel a little stressed out, a bit anxious or energyless in the situation we are all currently facing. But it doesn't need to restrain your Spanish learning progress. In this episode, I'm giving you useful tips for you to take control of your Spanish learning...

If you're looking for the right time to dedicate to achieving Spanish fluency, you need to hear Phillip Hargrove's story. In this episode, he explains why he decided to take the leap on coaching and how the program's personalized approach forced him to rapidly improve his conversational fluency in Spanish . Phillip shares how he went from learning Spanish on Duolingo and not being comfortable with speaking Spanish to easily having a 30-minute conversation with a native Spanish speaker in less th...

What stresses you out the most about speaking Spanish? Is being stressed out keeping you from achieving fluency? In this episode, I give you 3 tips to combat stress so it doesn't hinder your progress. If you implement at least one of these suggestions you'll find learning is more enjoyable and effective. Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖 Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listening skills. Past attendees ...

Do you ever get nervous when someone asks you a question in Spanish? Has your mind ever gone completely blank when you're trying to respond, even if you KNOW you know what you want to say? In this episode, you'll hear from Dani Dancing -- a Spanish learner like you who was able to shed her fear of speaking Spanish and get more comfortable having conversations . She shares how she was able to conquer her anxiety when talking to native Spanish speakers , and how she found a better way to approach ...

Have you been learning Spanish but still don't feel confident speaking the language? If this is you, then there's really only 5 reasons you haven't become fluent in Spanish yet. In this episode, I break down *exactly* what's keeping you from speaking Spanish fluently and (more importantly) what you need to focus on to get fluent. Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖 Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listenin...

Have you ever been in a conversation with a native Spanish speaker and you have NO IDEA what they said to you? Then you ended up freezing up and looking completely lost with a blank stare on your face? If this has ever happened to you, then you need to listen to this episode. I will help you understand the 2 types of Spanish conversations, and exactly what to do the next time you feel stuck or confused talking to a native Spanish speaker. Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers bec...

There are a few things that I used to say all the time when I started learning Spanish. However, with time and practice, I realized they were dead giveaways that I was a newbie. Listen to this episode to find out the 5 things you should stop saying in your Spanish conversations if you want to get fluent in the language. Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖 Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listening skills. ...

Do you ever question if your current approach to learning Spanish is really working? What should you focus on first? What should you learn next? How do you know when to move on to the next thing? In this episode, I share the exact steps I would take if I was learning Spanish from scratch. Listen to find out which steps you can apply to your own Spanish language learning (or one's you may have missed!) Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖 Then this m...

Have you been learning Spanish but still don't feel confident speaking the language? If this is you, then there's really only 5 reasons you haven't become fluent in Spanish yet. In this episode, I break down *exactly* what's keeping you from speaking Spanish fluently and (more importantly) what you need to focus on to get fluent. Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖 Then this masterclass is for you -- learn my method to improve your Spanish listenin...

The number one reason most Spanish learners don't reach fluency is they can't understand native Spanish speakers . The reason we struggle with listening comprehension is because we go about it the wrong way from the beginning. In this episode, we'll share 3 simple ways you can improve your Spanish listening skills so you can confidently jump into conversations with native speakers. Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk TOO fast? 😖 Then this masterclass is for yo...

It's time to set your Spanish goals, but you want to make sure you actually get them done this time around. Enter Atomic Habits by James Clear. I'll give you the top tips from this bestseller that you can apply to language learning. Mentioned in this Episode: Hábitos atómicos ( Atomic Habits audiobook en español) Spanish Conversation Challenge Join our Facebook Community Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/161 Do you struggle to understand native Spanish speakers because they talk T...

Do you feel like you will always be a beginner? Are you afraid to talk to a native Spanish speaker? Or have you been learning Spanish but are still embarrassed to speak it? In this episode we'll give you some tips to help you overcome those fears and how being consistent will help you become a successful language learner. Jael and Maribel from the Spanish Con Salsa team share the habits they've noticed that turn Spanish learners into successful, confident Spanish speakers. Show Notes: https://ww...

Have you been learning Spanish for some time, but still aren't sure what it will take to get fluent? If so, this episode is for you. I explain the top 5 reasons you're not fluent in Spanish yet, even if you've been learning the language for years. > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts! Just click here to leave a review or go to https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/review > Never miss a new episode! Join our e-mail list and you'll be the fir...

Have you ever been in a conversation with a native Spanish speaker and you have NO IDEA what they said to you? Then you ended up freezing up and looking completely lost with a blank stare on your face? If this has ever happened to you, then you need to listen to this episode. I will help you understand the 2 types of Spanish conversations, and exactly what to do the next time you feel stuck or confused talking to a native Spanish speaker. > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us ...

From countlessly learning formulated answers on Duolingo to consistently speaking Spanish every week and making measurable progress. This is Rebecca's story of how she decided to switch her approach to learning the language and how this opened the doors to better job and life opportunities. > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts! Just click here to leave a review or go to https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/review > Never miss a new episode...

In 2016, Daniel packed up everything to move from the San Francisco Bay Area to Medellín, Colombia. He soon found that having conversations with the locals in Spanish beyond basic interactions was a challenge. Drawing up his experience with language learning and the tech world, he began to experiment with the idea of creating a solution for intermediate Spanish learners to help them break through the plateau of just having basic conversations to really achieve fluency. The result of that quest i...

In this episode, I answer a listener question about how to understand Spanish when it's spoken at a natural, conversational pace. I review the 6 stages of listening comprehension and what to expect during each phase. I also explain which strategies are the most effective for each stage to get you to the next level. ¡No te lo pierdas! Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/80 Want to win a free 1-on-1 Spanish coaching session? Share this episode on Facebook or Instagram and tag us @lea...

If you're thinking about traveling to a Spanish-speaking country this summer, I know you'll want to be able to chat with native speakers while you're there. There are specific tactics you can use to help you improve your Spanish so you'll be prepared to chat with the locals. Listen to this episode before you book your next trip abroad. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/119 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here) Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review ...

Do you want to travel to Latin America, immerse yourself in the culture, make new friends, and practice your Spanish? In this episode, I give you 5 expert tips to turn your next trip into an authentic travel experience, not just a normal vacation. Find out how to prepare in advance to take advantage of the opportunity to improve your Spanish while abroad...even if it's for just one week. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/32 > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave u...

I'm sure you already know how to say yes in Spanish , but nothing causes a conversation to fizzle faster than short, abrupt, one-word answers . When you are first learning Spanish, your natural desire will be to respond with what you are comfortable saying- sí, no, gracias . But if you want to step up your game and venture into a truly meaningful conversation, you have to get out of your comfort zone. Although “sí” is a great starting point, there are many other ways to say YES or answer in the ...

What type of language learner are you? The type of language learner you are will influence how quickly you reach Spanish fluency. I will help you improve your Spanish and accelerate your path to fluency by helping you identify your language learning type. Take the Quiz > https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/typequiz Listen to the Episode : https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/134 > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts! Just click here to le...

Do you ever question if your current approach to learning Spanish is really working? What should you focus on first? What should you learn next? How do you know when to move on to the next thing? In this episode, I share the exact steps I would take if I was learning Spanish from scratch. Listen to find out which steps you can apply to your own Spanish language learning (or one's you may have missed!) > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts! ...

Last week, I hosted a workshop on the 5 Simple Steps to Conversational Fluency . I asked those who attended what was keeping them from being fluent in Spanish, and the majority mentioned that they just aren't consistent with speaking Spanish . In the workshop, we talked about how consistency is the key to successfully reaching conversational fluency in Spanish. In this episode of the podcast, I'll be sharing an excerpt from that workshop. Listen to find out the 5 Cs that will guarantee you'll st...