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PODCAST

The CELPIP Success Podcast

Welcome to the podcast that helps newcomers to Canada prepare for the CELPIP exam. You will learn how to develop your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English. And of course, if you listen, you"ll learn how to Speak English Fearlessly! Every Tuesday you"ll get a new episode filled with tips, strategies and inspiring stories from other people just like you who are working to speak English fearlessly.

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13:22

Are You Doing These Three Things to Develop Your...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/07/23

Have you been wondering why your English skills are not developing as quickly as you'd like them to be? It might just be because you're not using one or all of these three simple, but not always easy, strategies. 1) Going where the action is, 2) Engage! 3) Put in the reps. I will tell you an inspiring story that has been happening at my workplace that will help you see how you can apply these three steps in your own life. Don't forget to subscribe to my free weekly newsletter where you'll get a

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23:53

Stop Trying To Set More Goals To Improve Your...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/07/16

Don't Try To Set More Goals To Improve Your English. Do This Instead!If you know you are working hard to improve your English skills, but you're still not getting the results you want to be getting, then this episode is for you. Together we're going to talk about the power of systems and specifically, we're going to talk about how your system is the problem AND your system is the solution to helping you start making progress again with your English or CELPIP prep. If you're stuck right now, even

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25:41

How To Get Started With Your CELPIP Speaking Practice.

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/07/09

Are you struggling to just get started with your CELPIP Speaking practice? Then this episode is for you! If you know that you need to be practicing for the Speaking section of the CELPIP exam, but you have no idea how to even get started, then listen closely and follow along with this episode. My personal guarantee for you is if you follow these four simple steps, you'll find yourself actually starting to make progress with your practice! Pick a task. (Today we're going to focus on Speaking Task

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40:52

CELPIP Speaking Task 2: Tips for Success

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/07/02

How To Master CELPIP Speaking Task 2: Tips and StrategiesIn this episode, you will get a walk through of CELPIP Speaking Task 2, which involves sharing a personal experience. You'll learn about the importance of brainstorming, we'll focus on the past tense, as well as practical tips for practicing the past tense which include journaling and discussing daily activities with family. I also discuss using your voice memo app for practice and reviewing your answers to strengthen your responses. How

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23:32

How to Master Brainstorming for the CELPIP Exam

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/06/25

In this episode, I'm talking about how you can improve your brainstorming skills. If brainstorming is hard for you, know that you're not alone! Many test takers report this as being one of their pain points! The episode revisits key concepts from a previous discussion on mindset and creativity and offers practical tips to improve brainstorming under pressure. We'll also cover the importance of generating multiple ideas, avoiding the pursuit of the perfect idea, and using strategies like bullet

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09:50

Should I Use a Template To Help Me Get A Higher...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/06/18

Why You Should Avoid Using Templates for CELPIP PreparationThis episode of the Speak English Fearlessly podcast discusses the pitfalls of using templates for CELPIP exam preparation. You've likely heard or read about templates before - they are easily available online. But just because you can easily get one, does that mean you should use it? NO! Templates may offer an easy way out, but they are not what CELPIP test raters look for, which are original, unassisted, and spontaneous responses. Using

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28:01

How To Give Yourself Feedback On The Speaking Tasks...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/06/11

In this episode of the Speak English Fearlessly podcast, you will learn a practical process for self-study that will transform the way you prep for the CELPIP!Key strategies include:Using a voice recorder to review and critique performance, Understanding the timing for brainstorming and recording responses, and creating outlines for answers. I'll also talk about the importance of using varied vocabulary, adding emotions, and ensuring responses are interesting and on-topic. A free checklist is

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19:21

Stop Saying "Um" and "Uh" to get higher CELPIP...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/06/04

Do you struggle with saying "Um" and "Uh" too much? If so, listen to today's episode where you'll learn 3 strategies that will help you kick these pesky filler words out of your vocabulary! "Um" and "Uh" can seriously hurt your CELPIP scores if you use them too much. Don't let that happen to you!00:00Frustration with Filler Words01:58Introduction to the Podcast03:14Understanding Filler Words03:57Why We Use Filler Words06:03Strategy 1: Notice Your Filler Words10:26Strategy 2: Allow

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12:01

How To Take Notes On The CELPIP (It’s easier than you...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/05/28

Struggling with note-taking on the CELPIP exam? This episode dives into practical strategies to enhance your note-taking skills. Learn the importance of practicing with the five Ws (who, what, when, where, and why) while watching English TV shows and listening to various audio content. Discover how to set yourself up for success by paying attention to the intro sections of each listening task. They offer you valuable clues as to how to organize your notes. You'll learn about the importance of mixing

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14:29

Do this to effectively practice for the CELPIP

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/05/21

If you've ever wondered if you're doing the right thing...the real right thing... to be preparing for the CELPIP exam, then this episode is for you. I'll be sharing one of the most important things you need to be doing to prepare for the exam. We all tend to avoid doing it because we're kind of hard wired in this way, but it's seriously a mistake to leave this out of your practice. To find out, listen in to today's episode. What I'll cover:00:00Introduction: Your Busy Life and CELPIP

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16:04

Do the hard things to prepare for the Speaking...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/05/14

Why listen today:If you struggle with the clock as you brainstorm, then you absolutely need to listen to today's podcast. The dreaded clock - that timer that ticks away at you as you frantically try to develop your answer before the recording begins on the speaking section of the CELIP - is one of the most feared aspects of the exam. Many fear it, and many avoid using the clock as a tool to help them practice. That's a mistake that I'll be chatting with you about today, because those who fail to

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09:24

Brainstorming Is Your Map To CELPIP Success

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/05/07

If you are short on time, but still need to prepare for the Speaking section of the CELPIP, then listen to today's episode.What you'll learn today:Brainstorming is a tool for creating a 'map' to organize your thoughts efficiently under exam conditions. I'm going to challenge you to practice brainstorming in your day-to -day activities, such as during your commute time (even if you're driving!) by practicing a simple strategy that you can begin using right now. 00:00 Welcome to Speak English

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19:44

How To Brainstorm On The CELPIP Exam: Stop Overthinking!

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/04/30

If you struggle with brainstorming on the CELPIP exam, then this episode is for you! I'll talk about the number one challenge CELPIP test takers face when it comes to brainstorming, and what you can do about it. You'll learn the mindset you need to adapt in order to brainstorm effectively.You'll learn that it's more important to have many ideas to work with instead of trying to come up one one great one.And you'll learn that often times, effective brainstorming happens as you just start writing. (As

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42:56

How To Deal With Anxiety On The CELPIP Exam

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/04/23

Dealing with Anxiety on the CELPIP ExamDid you know AT LEAST 1 IN 4 English language learners struggle with anxiety around learning English?You're not alone if you struggle with this common challenge. In today's episode, I will:Talk about practical tips and strategies to overcome anxiety and prepare effectively for the CELPIP exam.You'll learn why you should be practicing under pressure to help you prepare, and reduce anxiety on test day. You'll also learn why you should schedule your CELPIP Exam

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35:55

To Speak English Fearlessly, Maybe You Need To Take...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/04/16

Why listen to today's episode?If you struggle with your speaking skills in English and for the CELPIP exam, then this episode will be an important encouragement for you! This episode dives into the importance of actually getting outside of your comfort zone and using your English - even if you feel like your skills are not very advanced, as the best way of improving. This is true for you especially if you are preparing for the CELPIP! I'll talk about how fear can stand in your way, and how it works

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15:47

Speak English Fearlessly By Being Yourself!

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/04/09

If you want to see your English skills improve, and specifically: if you want to learn how to speak English fearlessly, then you absolutely need to engage with English in ways that are in line with who you are and HOW you are! Listen to today's episode to learn how! 00:00Welcome to the Speak English Fearlessly Podcast!01:33The Struggle of Speaking English Authentically02:51A Personal Journey: From Fear to Fearlessness10:15Embracing Your Unique Approach to English10:44Practical Tips for Using English

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34:25

How To Speak English Fearlessly

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/04/02

If you struggle with keeping conversations going in English - like you feel as though your English vanishes when you're trying to talk with an English native speaker, then today's episode is for you! I'll share a simple to use strategy that will remove all the pressure from you to carry the conversation, AND, as a bonus get the person you're talking with to actually think you're pretty cool! The quotes I mentioned:“The royal road to a person's heart is to talk about the things he or she treasures

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29:09

How To Use 5 Minutes to Practice For the Reading...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/03/26

Short on time? If all you have is 5 minutes, you can still practice for the reading section of the CELPIP exam! Stop using a lack of time as the excuse that keeps you from preparing for this all too important exam! It's too important to keep pushing back!Instead, listen to today's episode and learn how you can take advantage of the 'fringes of your life' to get ready for the CELPIP exam! Today, I'm taking a closer look at how you can prep for the Reading Section of the exam.In today's episode,

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26:08

How To Prepare For The Writing Section Of The CELPIP...

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/03/19

Why listen to today's episode: Today you'll learn how to maximize short study sessions to help you prepare for the Writing section of the CELPIP Exam. If you've only got 5 to 10 minutes, you can use today's practice challenge! You'll learn that short, consistent study segments are effective practice, I'll challenge the misconception that only lengthy study sessions count. I'll share a short story about how I've been applying this in my own writing life and the result: a 60k word novella! You'll get

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19:01

How To Practice For The CELPIP Exam In Just Two Minutes

The CELPIP Success Podcast ·

2024/03/12

Why listen to today's episode?I want to help you bust a common myth that says something like this: in order to practice for teh CELPIP exam or practice English in general and do it well - then you need to devout large amounts of time in immersive experiences. That's a myth. What I want to help you realize today is this: consistent practice, no matter the length, is vital and better than not practicing at all.It's not always possible to work extensively on your English.Sometimes you need to practice

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