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At the beginning of the year, many people talk about setting goals and all the things they want to do. In this episode, we talk about the power of setting negative goals and the importance of knowing what NOT do do. Deciding what not to do can help you reach your fluency goals faster. It might be an unconventional way of approaching goal-setting, but thinking about what not to do can help you eliminate distractions make decisions that get you closer to your goals. Listen to this episode to fin...

Have you spent a considerable amount of time studying Spanish but you're still not confident in your ability to speak Spanish? Does the idea of having a conversation with a native speaker give you anxiety, and you're not sure what to do about it? In this episode of the podcast, we’re going to talk about exactly how to go about practicing Spanish conversation in Spanish so that you can become a master conversationalist. This is part 3 of our Spanish language learner's goal-setting series. This ...

The New Year is right around the corner, and it’s time to start thinking about rebooting your Spanish goals. In part 2 of our Spanish language goal-setting series, I’ll show you exactly how to set goals to increase your Spanish vocabulary. This series is designed to help you make rapid progress with your Spanish study and prepare for the upcoming year with effective goals that motivate you to move forward. Make this the year you get fluent in Spanish! This episode is provided in both Spanish an...

***Encore of episode 48 El nuevo año se nos viene encima, y durante estos días hay muchas personas que piensan en el establecimiento de sus metas. En este episodio, empezamos con una serie de ese tema para ayudarles a establecer metas de su estudio de español que sean efectivas, prácticas, y, sobre todo, exitosas. The New Year is right around the corner, and during these days many people are thinking about setting their goals. In this episode, we’re starting a series about this topic in order t...

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. > 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...

Do you struggle to stay consistent with learning Spanish each and every day and every week? Do you have times where you start studying, you make a little bit of progress and then you stop again and again? Or have you ever got a streak going on one of those apps and then you abandon it because one day came around, you completely forgot and then you saw that you broke your streak and you got completely demotivated to even start again? In this episode of the podcast​, I'm going to give you the numb...

How many times have you learned something in Spanish, and when you need to use that word or phrase in a conversation you realize that you have completely forgotten it? In this episode of the podcast if you have trouble forgetting things we are going to touch on some strategies and techniques you can use to remember and retain the things you learn in Spanish so you can use them when you need them. > Did you like this episode? We'd love it if you gave us a rating & review on Apple Podcasts! Just ...

Being part of a community can help support us in many aspects of life, and this also applies to reaching your goal of Spanish fluency. In this episode, you'll learn the five key benefits of being a member of a language learning community and how joining of a group of committed language learners can skyrocket your progress to Spanish fluency Listen to the Episode : https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/136 Sign up for Live Group Language Coaching ( Click here to save your spot ) FREE WORKSHOP: You...

Right now, we're all watching the best athletes in the world compete at the Olympic games in Tokyo. And while we all know that Olympic athletes rely on coaches to perform at their highest level, you may not know that language coaching can be the best way to accelerate your path to Spanish fluency . In this episode I talk about 7 key differences between language teachers and language coaches . I also share the 5 types of language learners that would benefit from a language coaching approach. List...

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...

In this week's episode, I am actually going to be the interviewee so I will not be doing the interview this week but I'm giving you an opportunity to hear someone else interview me. We talked all about learning Spanish with music, how I came up with this concept, and sort of how Spanish con Salsa got started. Hope you enjoyed learning a little bit more about me and hearing me in the seat of the interviewee. Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes : https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/132 > Did y...

Do you struggle to think of the *right* verb conjugation during a conversation? Unlike English, Spanish has different verb forms when you're speaking in the past tense. In this episode, we're going to talk about the smart way to master the past tense in Spanish. You'll learn when to use which past tense form AND the fastest way to learn them. I'll explain how you can go from stumbling over your words and pausing in the middle of a conversation to being able to easily talk about things you did in...

Learning new words is undoubtedly the foundation of learning any new language. Expanding your vocabulary enhances your ability to express yourself and understand others. Most language learners tend to rely on reading alone to grow their vocabulary, but this is a mistake that can hinder progress developing other language skills. Listen to this episode and learn the exact steps you should follow if you want to 10X your Spanish vocabulary the right way. Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes : http...

Listen to the Episode + Get Show Notes : https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/127 Are you spending most of your time watching telenovelas or racking up points on a language app? If so, and you're no longer at the beginner level -- then you might be wasting your time. Listen to this episode to find out the 3 things you should stop doing right now at the intermediate level . And I'll also tell you why the fact that you scored B2 on an online language quiz might not matter at all. Conversational Fl...

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...

Sign up to be a supporter of the show get access to transcripts for all 100+ episodes of the Learn Spanish Con Salsa podcast. Show your support at https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/support Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/116 > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click here) Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes and we just might give you a shout out on a future episode ;) >>> Join our list <<< To be notified by email when new episodes are relea...

In this episode, I'm answering a listener question that you may have been thinking about lately. Christen asked how she can learn Spanish with her husband and two daughters. I give 5 tips for how to learn Spanish as a family, ideas for activities in Spanish you can do together, and several resources to help you get started. Go to our show notes page for links to all resources mentioned in this episode Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/family > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW (click her...

If you haven't been feeling motivated to study Spanish lately and you want to get unstuck, today's episode is for you. You'll get to hear part of a coaching call I had with Jessica, and how we helped her find time to start studying Spanish regularly even though she's working 6 days a week. We take a deep dive into her schedule, and talk about the best way to use the time she does have available to establish a regular study routine. I'm sure hearing our conversation will give you some new ideas y...

Interview with Errol de Jesus, a trilingual copywriter, author, and translator who speaks English, Spanish, and Japanese. Errol is the founder of Morenita Mommy, a blog where she shares her experiences as a Black mother raising a multicultural family. She's also the author of the new book Melanintro to Languages , a guide to multilingual parenting, freelancing, and socially-conscious language learning. In our conversation we talk about the practical way she approaches language learning in her fa...

Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishconsalsa.com/84 This week, we'll be answering another listener question: what's the best way to spend my Spanish study time? Whether you have 10 hours a week or just 15 minutes a day, it's important to know the best way to use your Spanish study time effectively. Listen to find out the ideal study schedule for you so you can make progress faster. > LEAVE US A RATING & REVIEW < Let us know how we're doing por favor ! Leave us a rating & review in iTunes or St...

If you're an adult learning Spanish, you might regret that you didn't start when you were younger. And if you have children of your own, you may want them to grow up bilingual so they have an advantage you might not have had.⁣ ⁣ The good news is, there's no need to wait. In this episode, I chat with Dr. Kami Anderson, founder and CEO of Bilingual Brown Babies. ⁣ ⁣ She'll share how you can start your own journey to raising bilingual children. We talk about the best ways to teach your childre...

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...

Do you feel like you'll always be a beginner? Or have you been learning Spanish but are still too embarrassed to speak Spanish? It may be because your current learning strategy is keeping you stuck at the dreaded beginner phase. In this episode, I explain 5 common mistakes Spanish beginners make and, more importantly, how to avoid them. I also give you tips to keep you from wasting time and help you get out of the beginner stage of learning once and for all. Show Notes: https://www.learnspanishc...

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...