Hey everyone, this is Gabe Wyner at Fluent Forever. I want to share some exciting updates
with you about our live online language coaching program (which we on our team refer to as Live
Coaching), as well as explain why if you don’t have a language coach yet, it might be just the right
missing piece for your language learning journey that’ll take you from here… to here.
So, first a quick update: Dutch is the newest language added to Live Coaching,
bringing our current languages offered to 12. Maybe you’ve already heard about Live Coaching and you've
been waiting for us to add new languages before making the decision to try it out.
Maybe you have no idea what I’m talking about and
know nothing about Live Coaching, or even what a language coach is!
In this video, I’ll explain exactly what a language coach is and why you might,
probably, definitely want to start working with one (if you’re not already!). It really
is one of the best ways to learn your target language. So, let’s get started!
First, I should clarify that a language coach is similar to a language tutor,
someone who is often a native speaker and certified or experienced in language teaching.
We refer to our tutors as language coaches because they go the extra mile. Coaches cover the added
role of keeping you motivated and accountable during the learning process. What’s more,
every coach at Fluent Forever is 100% a native speaker of the language that they teach. They’re
similar to other types of coaches and trainers. Take, for example, a personal fitness trainer:
they offer expertise, hold you accountable, keep you motivated, and support you in overcoming
tough obstacles. They can help you get the very best results, and most likely build some muscle!
Now, maybe you’re not going to the gym or getting sweaty with a trainer, but
if you’re watching this video, you’re probably already learning a language, or
you’re interested in starting at least. If you’re learning a language on your own, you may have experienced
some…stumbles along the way, like losing your motivation to stay on track.
Perhaps you’ve done a decent amount of solo language study but you're hesitant to have a
conversation with a native speaker. Maybe you’ve even tried some language classes but found them
boring and uninspiring. _
This is where a language coach can really come in. They’ll support your fluency journey, hold you accountable
for your daily work, cheer you on along the way, and make sure you’re on track to reach your goals.
Most importantly, your coach will make your language learning experience
personal, and therefore interesting and relevant to your life – which ends up motivating you to
continue the work. You won’t be following a pre-made study structure out of a book,
but rather focusing on topics that interest you.
Say you’ve decided to take the next step and work with a language coach. That’s exciting!
And maybe a little nerve-wracking, like, how do I do this? What’s the best way to work with
one? Or maybe… I’m too nervous to speak in my target language!! We’ve all been there before,
and I can assure you those feelings are normal, they're human. But language coaches are passionate about their
work, their native language, and the opportunity to work with like-minded folks with a genuine
curiosity and commitment to language learning. Sometimes the hardest part is choosing to try,
but once you give it a go, it’s usually a lot more fun and rewarding than you even imagined.
Once you’ve found the right coach for you, work with them to set time-bound attainable
goals. Together you can set a personal fluency goal, whether that’s passing a Spanish test,
writing a letter to your loved one in their native language, or preparing for an upcoming trip abroad.
As you get to know each other, your coach is getting to know what you like
and what you’re passionate about, and they’ll use that knowledge to create engaging sessions
you’ll find interesting and fun. This way, you’ll spend your sessions talking about your
paella obsession and interest in Mayan culture, not on obscure language exercises from a book.
Hopefully, it’s starting to become clear whether language learning coaches are right
for you. And maybe you’re curious about giving Fluent Forever’s Coaching a try.
One of the perks of working with a Fluent Forever coach is that you’ll be able to practice what you
and your coach talked about anytime that suits you. As I mentioned earlier in this video,
Fluent Forever’s coaches are 100% native speakers and trained in the same methodology our app
is based on. This comes in handy as the phrases you learn in your Coaching sessions are then
incorporated into your in-app experience, continuing the trend of
making each person’s learning experience absolutely unique and individualized.
You might be wondering how Coaching sessions work from a timing perspective.
Thanks to the variety and flexibility of our coaches, your sessions are flexible and adjustable
to your time availability, wherever you are in the world. Whether on your phone or computer,
you’re in the comfort of your own home, studying at a time convenient to you,
and you get to set your learning pace by choosing the Coaching frequency that suits you:
either daily, twice weekly, or on a weekly basis. Now, one final thing: you don’t have to be at
a set level to have a coach. Whether you’re a total beginner or an advanced learner,
having a coach can absolutely help you reach your fluency goals, whatever they may be.
That’s it for now. Next week, I’ll be sharing my personal tips for choosing a coach and how
to get the most out of that collaboration. You definitely don’t want to miss it, make sure
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