Transform Your English: A Journey from Russia to Fluency
Introduction
Welcome to my channel! Today, I want to share a personal story about my English learning journey. I’ll show you a video from 2014, where you'll see a different Marina. My transformation in English proficiency and accent over the years might inspire you to realize that significant improvements are possible.
Background or Problem Statement
Context
Back in 2014, my husband and I were growing our company, initially called MP Reserve, now known as Linguatrip. We pitched our startup to everyone we could find in St. Petersburg, Russia. One day, we presented our company at a local university where American entrepreneur Bob Dorf was visiting. I eagerly raised my hand during the Q&A session to ask a question.
Problem
In 2014, my English accent and proficiency were quite different from what they are today. Practicing English was challenging due to the lack of native speakers around me. This video from 2014 will show you how much my accent and fluency have changed over the years.
Main Content
Key Point 1: The Initial Struggle
In the video, you’ll see me pitching our startup with a noticeable Russian accent. At that time, I desperately wanted to study in Great Britain and was trying to adopt a British accent. Despite my efforts, my English was far from perfect.
Key Point 2: The Turning Point
After spending some time in Great Britain, my English began to improve. I realized that recognizing and mimicking different accents was a fascinating part of the English learning process. This realization motivated me to practice more and work on my accent.
Actionable Advice
- Step 1: Talk to Yourself - Engage in role plays and dialogues in your head to improve conversational skills.
- Step 2: Surround Yourself with English - Use technology to immerse yourself in the language daily.
- Step 3: Read Out Loud - This helps you learn new words and improve pronunciation.
- Step 4: Record Yourself - Get feedback from native speakers or teachers.
- Step 5: Sing Along - Mimic your favorite singers to practice pronunciation and accent.
Summary
- Consistent practice and immersion are key to improving your English.
- Recognizing and mimicking accents can make the learning process more engaging.
- Use various techniques like talking to yourself, reading out loud, and singing to enhance your skills.
- Remember, the most important aspects of communication are your energy, expertise, and being a good human being, not your accent.
- Stay motivated and keep practicing. Amazing things will happen!
Thank you for watching and subscribing! If you know someone who needs extra motivation in their English learning journey, please refer them to this channel. See you soon!
