What to do if you feel like you'll never be able to speak German properly?
A mindset shift + a go-to strategy
2024-09-20 20 min
In this episode, I make one thing clear: your mindset and confidence are everything when it comes to learning German. You’ve got to accept where you are right now, be patient with yourself, and focus on actually speaking—especially in real-world situations. The goal is simple: get talking to improve your skills. I break it down into a four-step game plan: understand, activate, decode, and apply. Here’s the bottom line: Fluency is more important than perfection. Perfection comes after you’re already speaking confidently. And mistakes? They're non-negotiable. You need them to get fluent. I suggest you learn like a kid—but with the added power of your adult brain. And if you want a serious boost, I’ve created a 10-week program called "inGerman Decoded" to help you start expressing yourself fluently in German. Oh, and if you want to connect, follow me on Instagram, subscribe to my newsletter, email me or ask your questions to the episode directly here on the Podcast Website. Also come and visit: www.in-german.com
Lies that delay your progress to chatting in German
Do you need a realtionship with a German speaking person?
2024-04-11 6 min
Sometimes it is not your best strategy to have your partner as your German teacher. In this episode, I talk about how a German partner can be the reason you learn German, but also why it can be tricky to have your partner as an actual teacher. Oh, and if you want to connect, follow me on Instagram, subscribe to my newsletter, email me or ask your questions to the episode directly here on the Podcast Website. Also come and visit: www.in-german.com
How to feel more comfortable speaking German
3 ways to avoid frustration
2024-03-28 10 min
In this episode, I am sharing some tips on how to get more comfortable in your conversations in German. These tips are so obvious but often overlooked. Speaking from my own experience with learning foreign languages. And for some game-changing ways to truly break through to conversational German, check episode 1. Oh, and if you want to connect, follow me on Instagram, subscribe to my newsletter, email me or ask your questions to the episode directly here on the Podcast Website. Also come and visit: www.in-german.com
Game changer alert! How can this be so good for your breakthrough to conversational German?
Plus 3 reasons why the breakthrough feels so impossible
2024-03-19 21 min
In this episode, I am discussing the struggles of reaching a conversational level in German. Do you also find textbooks boring and traditional learning methods not effective? I totally get you! I share some tips on using stories to learn at your own pace, based on your level. Plus, I introduce this '4-Step-Loop-System' that mimics natural learning and emphasizes structured and goal-oriented learning. How cool is that? I am launching a 10-week group program soon, with some exciting bonuses for those on the list of interested. If you're keen to break through to conversational German, you should totally check it out! Oh, and if you want to connect, follow me on Instagram, subscribe to my newsletter, email me or ask your questions to the episode directly here on the Podcast Website. Also come and visit: www.in-german.com