Adir Ferreira is one of the guys who just not knows HOW TO learn things. Not only is he a very proficient English teacher, but he is also a successful marketer, linguist, and even a professional speaker. Oh, and he's an extremely nice guy! In this episode, Adir is going to talk about a "breakthrough" book he's read, The Talent Code all about what it takes to become an expert at something. And he'll explain why anyone can! To get the free transcript, go to www.feelgoodenglish.com/adir
Jun 01, 2016•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this week's episode of Q&A Saturdays, Bryan from China asks "What kind of content should I use?" With so much available content online these days, it can be very frustrating to figure out WHAT content to use for English and learning, and HOW to use it. I give you FOUR TIPS in this episode on how choose the RIGHT content, so you can improve your life, and your English. Get transcripts to episodes at www.feelgoodenglish.com/member
May 28, 2016•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast "Magic Words" by Tim David. Words inspire. Words influence. Words sell. But why? And how can we use words to better communicate our message so it truly connects? By exploring seven "magic words", Tim David explains the important psychology behind how what we say affects those around us in business and in life. Full of scientific research, humorous anecdotes, and word-for-word scripts, David lays out the secrets of exactly what to say (and what to STOP saying) so our words have the magical effect...
May 26, 2016•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Like TedTalks? This is a short and fun talk on the history of how we use technology to tell stories. Ever heard of an iPad storyteller? Me neither, until I watch this. Listen to this episode of the Feel Good English podcast and learn some history, be entertained and add some new English to your English. FREE TRANSCRIPT to this episode at www.feelgoodenglish.com/member
May 24, 2016•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, I am going to tell you a little story from my life. When I was 23, I traveled to Prague, CZ to study business, and also Czech so i could meet girls at the bar. ;) However, this year gave me the biggest insight of my life on how I learn languages, which I now have taught to thousands of English learners. If you feel frustrated with the way you're learning, listening to this episode is a must. For transcripts to FGE episodes go to www.feelgoodenglish.com
May 21, 2016•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Many companies are good, only a few companies are GREAT. In this episode I am going to talk about a book called "From Good to Great", by Jim Collins. In the book, the author studied companies that were able to outperform all the others, in order to figure out WHY and HOW these companies had so much success. He breaks down a few certain principles all these great companies followed that led them to become leaders in their market. YOU can take these concepts and apply them to YOUR business or care...
May 19, 2016•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week’s Ted Talk Tuesday is on a short talk that could bring some needed transformation to your business meetings. The idea could actually be used for English classes too. I USED TO do what the speaker in this Ted Talk recommends with my students back in Brazil. And now with technology it could be done anywhere, anytime! So summarizing here, Nilofer Merchant suggests a small idea that just might have a big impact on your life and health: Next time you have a one-on-one meeting, make it into ...
May 17, 2016•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you have been learning English for a long time, you have heard of phrasal verbs. And you most likely have had problems with them too. But there is something I have seen many English learners do that makes phrasal verbs much more difficult than they need to be. And there is a simple "fix" for this. In this week's episode I answer a question I got from a couple listeners on "How to learn phrasal verbs." I know this is a common problem with many if you, and I have an opinion on how to make them ...
May 14, 2016•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Get the transcript at www.feelgoodenglish.com Making decisions is part of daily life. What should I have for breakfast? What career path should I take? What English program is going to help me become fluent faster? Sometimes we struggle with making the "right" decision, especially when there are big life choices to be considered. Fortunately, making the right decisions is a skill that can be developed. As discussed in the book "Decisive", by Dan and Chip Heath, various factors contribute to maki...
May 12, 2016•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Get the transcript at www.feelgoodenglish.com/gabby-english Gabby Wallace is a TEDx speaker, writer, and entrepreneur. She has created a location-independent business and travels the world while running it. She is an expert on language learning and the founder and owner of Go Natural English, an online English as a second language learning company. Her YouTube channel for English language learners currently has over 7 million views. In this episode, Gabby and I talk about her beginnings with Eng...
May 06, 2016•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gabby Wallace is the founder of Go Natural English, a platform for English learners which provides courses and video lessons. In her TEDx talk, Gabby shares her journey of how she has connected over 100,000 people around the world through hard work and taking "small steps". Dreaming big and deciding to commit 100% to her dreams has allowed Gabby to live a location independent lifestyle, where she can travel and connect with English learners all around the world. In her talk, she wants you to ask...
May 03, 2016•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast How do you become an effective English speaker? This is a question I have been asked more than once, for sure. And I understand why. When I had reached an intermediate level of Portuguese, I remember thinking that I needed to become much more "precise" with my speaking. It felt like I was saying the same things over and over, and it would take me too long to develop what I wanted to say. Eventually I got past this phase, and became the confident speaker I knew I could become. What did I do to be...
Apr 30, 2016•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast If you're like me, it can seem like you have way too many things that you either want to do or "have" to do. And with your English learning, you might not be sure about what area to focus on, what vocab to learn, what skill to develop, etc... I find myself constantly feeling like I am behind on the things I am trying to accomplish. It's just one thing after the other. Should I do this or that? What will bring me the biggest result? Which direction should I follow? Am I wasting my time on this? I...
Apr 28, 2016•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Want to know how to succeed? According to this Ted speaker, sleeping more can help. In this small talk with a "big idea", Ariana Huffington shares what she thinks can help you be more effective and creative in life and business. I recorded this episode a bit different than the other Ted Talk Tuesday episodes. In this one I will go through the short talk (3-minutes) and explain the vocab and expressions she uses while I am discussing the talk itself. Why am I doing it like this? You could conside...
Apr 26, 2016•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you have problems memorizing ne vocabulary or information? I know I do. And what about not forgetting them after you learn them? Well, that can be difficult too. I personally have struggled with learning new information, especially when you have to memorize long lists and foreign vocabulary. And that is exactly what one listener wanted to know. In this episode I am going to talk about a fun method that I have used to memorize information. It definitely isn't boring, difficult or traditional, ...
Apr 23, 2016•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode I interview Justin from Real Life English. Justin and his team have one of the coolest resources online for English learning. At Real Life, they strive to connect people around the world through English, and they have created wonderful tools that help people interact with other English learners. Justin and I are going to talk about a book that has really helped the both of us dream BIGGER, and given us insights on how to get past fears that could possibly be preventing us from be...
Apr 21, 2016•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Get the transcript at http://www.feelgoodenglish.com In this week's Ted Talk Tuesday episode I am going to talk about a talk on living a more inspired life called the 3 A's of Awesome. How do we live an awesome life? One that makes us feel more alive, optimistic and fulfilled? Neil Pasricha thinks it's the small little pleasure of each and every day, which he writes about in his blog, 1000Awesomethings.com In his Ted Talk, Neil gives you three words (all of them start with A, duh) that he feels ...
Apr 19, 2016•17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Will is an English learner from Brazil, and wants to know if it is more effective to listen to short, 1-2 minute podcasts or if longer ones, like 10 or more minutes are better for English training. Will’s email… "Kevin, what kind of podcast do you think is better for listening, short one with 1 minute up to 2 minutes (like newsinlevels,newsinlevels.com) or podcasts with 10 or more minutes?" Become a FeelGood member and get transcripts, for free, at www.feelgoodenglish.com
Apr 16, 2016•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast Do you feel overwhelmed, swamped, and just too busy? Sometimes we have so many things to do we think we will never be able to finish everything. We also can spend days, weeks and even months "thinking" about doing important tasks but constantly feeling anxious because we never actually do them. This episode is on a book that I NEEDED TO READ. With so many things to do with the new podcast, website, etc.., I need to learn how to tackle the most important tasks first thing in the morning, and get ...
Apr 14, 2016•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast One of my favorite Ted Talks because it is so practical. short and easy to watch, yet inspiring! Richard has interviewed hundreds of "Tedsters" about what they think has brought them success. He has concluded that there are eight traits that were most common amongst them, and he shares the in this 3-minute, straight to the point talk. Listen to this episode and learn how to connect all these 8 traits with your English learning so you can become the confident and competent speaker you strive to b...
Apr 12, 2016•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Olga works with English and finds ways to improve grammar and vocabulary. But she says her "accent is killing" her. :/ How can English learners QUICKLY improve their accent and English pronunciation . I have a very easy, fast and effective method for improving a foreign accent, and in this week's Feel Good English Q&A Saturday I will share it with you. Learn more at www.feelgoodenglish.com
Apr 09, 2016•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Lindsay is the co-founder and Director of All Ears English. At All Ears English, she provides online material for upper intermediate adult English learners who are self motivated, independent learners looking for a new way to learn. Their core value is Connection NOT Perfection and all of their material is designed to focus on how to use English to build connections with people. They also focus heavily on IELTS Exam preparation through their IELTS Energy Podcast and our 3 Keys IELTS Success Syst...
Apr 07, 2016•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast Free 7 Habits Course here --> https://goo.gl/0kzJjo It can be difficult to feel good every day. But if you learn how to maintain the four most important areas in your life you can conquer each day. Discover the four areas and what to do with each in this episode.
Apr 03, 2016•16 min•Transcript available on Metacast Free 7 Habits Course here --> https://goo.gl/0kzJjo When a team is able to bring everyone's best aspects together, amazing things can happen. Discover how to achieve SYNERGY (and learn what that means) in this episode.
Apr 03, 2016•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Free 7 Habits Course here --> https://goo.gl/0kzJjo Do you need to help solve problems and manage others at work? We often do not know how to effectively listen to other people in order to find the best solutions possible. Discover 5 WAYS in which you can become a better communicator.
Apr 02, 2016•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Free 7 Habits Course here --> https://goo.gl/0kzJjo Do you hate some of your colleagues? Some people are just difficult to work with, that's for sure. However, if you learn how to utilize them for what they can offer you can achieve bigger results for yourself and your company. Discover how to do this in this episode. Go to www.feeldgoodenglish.com
Apr 02, 2016•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Free 7 Habits Course here --> https://goo.gl/0kzJjo Are you too busy with work and family for spending time on English? You are probably putting too much time in on the WRONG tasks. Discover the type of tasks that are MOST important in this episode, which will free up a lot more time for English practice.
Apr 02, 2016•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Free 7 Habits Course here --> https://goo.gl/0kzJjo Do you know why you spending so much time on certain areas of your life? It is important to visualize what your future WILL look like if you achieve your goals so you know they are the RIGHT goals. Discover how to do this in this episode. Free 7 Habits Course here --> https://goo.gl/0kzJjo
Apr 02, 2016•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Free 7 Habits Course here --> https://goo.gl/0kzJjo There is ONE factor that will decide how successful you will be with your English (and your life). Do you know what this factor is? Read about the first habit in Steven Covey's book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and start on a fast path to success.
Apr 02, 2016•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Get the transcript at www.feelgoodenglish.com/member What Is The Feel Good English Podcast? The What, Why, and How
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