Immersion If you travel to a country where the language is spoken, you’ve already got this sorted. The fastest way to learn a new language is to immerse yourself in it. Being in the country is, of course, the most ideal way of achieving immersion
Asking for feedback Though immersion can and does help people to make quick progress, you can make even better progress if you ask for feedback. Practice does indeed make perfect but only if you know where you could improve.
Language first, grammar second As long as you have a basic understanding of sentence structure in a foreign language, then you can get by with knowing basic vocabulary. Once you’ve got enough grounding, you can really start to practice being more accurate.
Consume foreign-language media It doesn’t matter if you’re reaching for illustrated children’s books, mangas, or watching films you’ve already seen in English. Consuming media in the language is one of the most effective ways to learn a language.
Polish your professional image Your professional image can impact your career prospects. Dress appropriately for interviews and work, and practice good communication skills.
Concentrate on learning A friend of mine speaks very little French. Yet when we went camping in France, everyone presumed he was the best French speaker of the lot. Why? Because he had perfected the accent.
spaced repetition This technique is a long-standing technique that has been used by countless people over the years as a way of improving the speed at which they learn a new language. Spaced repetition helps you memorize new vocabulary.