Strategies and tactics for improving English speaking skills
The strategy outlined focuses on improving English speaking skills for beginners. To achieve perfect English-speaking abilities, beginners are encouraged to immerse themselves in the language by watching English movies and TV shows with subtitles, listening to English podcasts, and reading English books and newspapers. Surrounding oneself with English-speaking friends or communities and participating in online forums also play a crucial role in language immersion.
Another key strategy is to practise speaking regularly. This can be done through joining language exchange groups, engaging in conversation practice, and participating in online language learning platforms. Recording oneself speaking and practising with a language tutor can also help in building confidence.
Building a strong foundation in grammar and vocabulary is equally important. Beginners should study basic grammar rules, learn new vocabulary daily, and use flashcards or apps for memorization. Writing sentences and short essays to apply new vocabulary and grammar, as well as seeking feedback from native speakers, can help strengthen one’s language skills.
The strategies
⛳️ Strategy 1: Immerse yourself in the language
- Watch English movies and TV shows with subtitles
- Listen to English podcasts and audiobooks daily
- Read English books, newspapers, and articles
- Surround yourself with English-speaking friends or communities
- Join online forums or social media groups to practise English
- Listen to English music and learn the lyrics
- Set your electronic devices to English language
- Follow English-speaking influencers and content creators
- Attend English-speaking events or meetups in your city
- Subscribe to an English language YouTube channel
⛳️ Strategy 2: Practise speaking regularly
- Join a language exchange or conversation group
- Take part in online language learning platforms
- Record yourself speaking and listen to the playback
- Frequently practise speaking with a language tutor
- Narrate your daily activities in English
- Use language apps to practise speaking
- Participate in English-speaking challenges or competitions
- Speak to yourself in front of a mirror to build confidence
- Engage in role-playing exercises such as ordering food or booking tickets
- Ask friends or family members to help you practise
⛳️ Strategy 3: Build a strong foundation in grammar and vocabulary
- Study basic English grammar rules and structures
- Learn a set number of new vocabulary words each day
- Use flashcards or vocabulary apps for memorisation
- Read grammar and vocabulary books targeted at beginners
- Complete exercises from English language workbooks
- Write sentences and short essays to apply new vocabulary and grammar
- Ask for feedback on your writing and speaking from a native speaker
- Play grammar and vocabulary games online or with friends
- Engage in language courses or classes focusing on grammar and vocabulary
- Take regular practice tests to track your progress
Bringing accountability to your strategy
It's one thing to have a plan, it's another to stick to it. We hope that the examples above will help you get started with your own strategy, but we also know that it's easy to get lost in the day-to-day effort.
That's why we built Tability: to help you track your progress, keep your team aligned, and make sure you're always moving in the right direction.
Give it a try and see how it can help you bring accountability to your strategy.
