When learning a new language, one of the best things to do is to make friends with native speakers of that language.
In this conversation, Greg and Mary Daphne shared their top three strategies for making friends with native speakers.
If you are learning English, try out these three ways of making friends to improve your English communication skills.
Be sure to check out the video for all the strategies but here are some highlights:
- why it's a good idea to make friends with native speakers
- accepting environments to make friends
- getting outside of your comfort zone
- forming real bonds with people that are not forced or fake
- what kinds of activities draw open-minded people
- three places to be to meet friends
- learning various language contexts
- getting a broad range of exposure to the language
- increasing confidence in English
- taking the first step when making conversation
- being brave when using the language
- not being afraid to make mistakes
- how friendships get forged from teamwork and collaboration
Remember, it's okay to make mistakes in English. Don't be afraid to use your English with Native English Speakers! You will make friends. It is just a matter of putting yourself out here and being social in virtual settings as well as in-person contexts.
Good luck! Happy Advanced English learning :)
About the Author and the Explearning Academy:
Mary Daphne is an expert in communication, executive skills and professional development. She is the founder of the Explearning Academy, a platform dedicated to helping individuals enhance their social fluency, boost their careers, and elevate their social game. Through immersive group coaching programs like the Executive Communication Lab and self-guided journeys, participants gain the social superpowers and career catapults they've been searching for. If you're ready to take your negotiation skills to the next level and connect with like-minded individuals, visit academy.explearning.co and explore the various plans available. Join the Explearning Academy community and unlock your full potential.
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