How to Make Time for Language Learning with a Full-Time Job
Summary
TLDRThis video script offers a comprehensive guide for those struggling to balance multiple life responsibilities and find time for language learning. It emphasizes the importance of creating systems that don't rely on motivation or self-discipline and highlights the benefits of language learning, such as improved brain function and expanded social and business networks. The speaker shares personal experiences and practical advice on setting achievable goals, planning, and consistent daily practice, advocating for the power of consistency over talent in achieving long-term success.
Takeaways
- 🗓️ Consistency is more important than motivation or self-discipline for achieving long-term goals, such as language learning.
- 💡 The speaker emphasizes that motivation can be unreliable, and suggests creating systems that don't rely on it for success.
- 🌐 Learning languages can open up new opportunities, broaden perspectives, and connect you with diverse cultures and people.
- 🤝 Networking is crucial in today's world, and the internet has made it easier to connect with others, regardless of geographical constraints.
- 🌟 The benefits of learning a new language include gaining a new perspective and understanding different cultural values and customs.
- 📝 The speaker recommends setting aside time for planning and feedback, and creating a structured system for language learning.
- 📚 Using tools like Anki flashcards for vocabulary and engaging with the target language through various media can enhance learning.
- 🔄 The importance of reflection and improvement is highlighted, suggesting that consistency without reflection is ineffective.
- 🚀 Lingoda language Sprints are introduced as an intensive way to accelerate language learning and achieve quick progress.
- 💰 Completing the Lingoda Sprint Challenge can result in cashback incentives, which can motivate learners to stay committed.
- 🏆 Consistency and hard work can outperform talent in the long run, as highlighted by the quotes and examples provided in the script.
Q & A
What is the main challenge discussed in the video for people who want to learn a new language while managing other responsibilities?
-The main challenge is finding time and maintaining the motivation to learn a new language amidst juggling multiple responsibilities such as work, health, and social life.
According to the video, why is motivation not a reliable factor for success in language learning?
-Motivation is not reliable because it fluctuates; some days one might feel motivated, while on most days, especially consecutive ones, the motivation might be lacking.
What does the speaker suggest as an alternative to relying on motivation and self-discipline for language learning?
-The speaker suggests creating systems that do not rely on motivation or self-discipline, but rather on structured habits and routines.
Why is learning a new language considered a blessing according to the video?
-Learning a new language is a blessing because it not only improves cognitive abilities but also helps in connecting with new people, which can lead to business opportunities and valuable human connections.
What is the 'rule of hundred' mentioned in the video, and how does it apply to language learning?
-The 'rule of hundred' states that if one spends 100 hours a year, or about 18 minutes a day, on a discipline, they will be better than 95% of the world in that discipline. It encourages consistent, small daily efforts in language learning.
What is the significance of the saying 'your network is your net worth' in the context of language learning?
-The saying emphasizes the importance of connections and networking, which can provide advantages in various aspects of life. Learning languages helps in expanding one's network globally.
How does learning a new language provide a new perspective according to the video?
-Learning a new language provides a new perspective by exposing one to different cultures and customs, which helps in understanding different viewpoints and being more open-minded.
What is the recommended approach for planning language learning as per the video?
-The recommended approach involves setting aside time each week for planning what to learn, understanding current proficiency levels, identifying goals, and realistically planning study schedules.
What is the 'Creation Day' mentioned in the video, and what is its purpose?
-The 'Creation Day' is a day set aside for creating study materials such as Anki flashcards for the upcoming week. Its purpose is to prepare all necessary study aids in advance to streamline the learning process.
What does the video suggest for integrating language learning into daily life?
-The video suggests integrating language learning into daily life by making small decisions such as listening to podcasts, watching videos, and reading news in the target language during commutes or free time.
How does the video address the issue of struggling with daily habits and the 'all or nothing' attitude?
-The video suggests starting with small, achievable tasks and focusing on the action and accomplishment to build motivation. It also recommends reflecting and improving consistently to overcome the struggle with daily habits.
What is the Lingoda language Sprints mentioned in the video, and how can it help in language learning?
-Lingoda language Sprints are intensive two-month learning challenges with structured lessons that aim to accelerate language learning progress. It helps by providing a focused curriculum, cultural context, and real-life language practice with native speakers.
What is the key message of the video regarding consistency and success in language learning?
-The key message is that consistency is more important than talent or motivation in achieving success in language learning. It emphasizes the importance of persistent effort, reflection, and improvement over time.
Outlines
🤔 Overcoming Challenges in Language Learning
This paragraph discusses the common struggle of balancing multiple responsibilities in life and the challenge of finding time for language learning. The speaker acknowledges the saying that one can achieve anything if they truly want it, but points out that motivation alone is unreliable. The speaker emphasizes the importance of creating systems that do not rely on motivation or self-discipline. The benefits of learning languages are highlighted, such as improved brain function, expanded social networks, and gaining new perspectives on different cultures. The speaker also shares personal experiences and insights on the value of language learning, encouraging viewers to find a system that works for them.
📚 Creating a Language Learning System
The speaker outlines a structured approach to language learning, starting with planning and setting realistic goals. They recommend dedicating a specific day each week for planning and creating study materials, such as Anki flashcards. The importance of starting small and gradually increasing study time is emphasized, with the idea that consistency is key. The speaker also introduces the concept of 'lingoda language Sprints,' which are intensive two-month learning challenges designed to accelerate language acquisition. They highlight the benefits of these Sprints, such as structured lessons, cultural context, and the opportunity to connect with a community of learners.
🏃♂️ Consistency Over Talent in Language Learning
In this paragraph, the speaker focuses on the power of consistency in achieving success in language learning and other areas of life. They argue that while many people may be more talented or have more resources, consistency is what ultimately leads to success. The speaker shares quotes and personal anecdotes to illustrate the importance of perseverance and continuous improvement. They encourage viewers to embrace the mindset of outworking others through consistent effort and to view failure as a stepping stone to success, rather than a reason to give up.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Motivation
💡Self-discipline
💡Systems
💡Language Learning
💡Instant Gratification
💡Networking
💡Cultural Perspective
💡Consistency
💡Feedback
💡Accountability
💡Lingoda Language Sprints
Highlights
The video is aimed at those juggling multiple responsibilities and struggling to find time for language learning.
Motivation alone is not reliable for success; it can fluctuate daily.
Success in language learning is more about creating systems than relying on motivation or self-discipline.
Learning languages offers benefits such as improved brain function and expanded social and business networks.
Language learning can lead to valuable human connections and opportunities, as highlighted by the Japanese saying about networking.
The internet has democratized networking, allowing anyone to connect with others and form meaningful relationships.
Learning new languages provides a new perspective and helps in understanding different cultures and customs.
Cultural exposure through language learning can lead to a more open-minded approach towards various societal norms.
The speaker emphasizes the freedom gained from not being tied to a specific culture, focusing on what one wants from life at any given moment.
The planning and feedback day is crucial for setting language learning goals and understanding one's current level.
Identifying clear goals for language learning will dictate the path and materials needed for study.
Starting with small, achievable tasks can boost confidence and motivation in language learning.
The 'rule of hundred' suggests that dedicating 18 minutes a day can make one better than 95% of people in a discipline.
Creating Anki flashcards in bulk for weekly vocabulary is recommended for efficient language learning.
Incorporating the target language into daily activities, such as listening to podcasts or reading news, can significantly aid language acquisition.
Consistency in language learning is more important than talent, and it requires discipline and reflection.
Lingoda language Sprints are recommended for intensive language learning over two months with potential cashback incentives.
Will Smith's quote about not being afraid to 'die on a treadmill' emphasizes the importance of outworking others through consistency.
Consistency in effort is the key to success, as it often outperforms talent and other advantages.
The speaker shares personal experiences of feeling like a 'loser' during the process of learning German and starting a YouTube channel, highlighting the struggle with consistency.
Transcripts
if you have multiple responsibilities in
life such as juggling your job
maintaining your health and wellness
trying to communicate and socialize with
your partner friends and family and also
if you struggle to find time to squeeze
language learning this video is perfect
for you we often hear the saying if you
really wanted it you could have done it
although I agree with the saying it can
be misleading sometimes just wanting
something will never make you succeed
motivation is never reliable some days
you have it some days probably most days
you're not going to have the motivation
every day when I wake up I don't want to
study Italian or German try to improve
my English or keep in touch with my
Japanese and Turkish I don't like
language learning itself but I like the
benefits of it and that's why I do it
the link instant gratification is the
way to succeed in anything you want from
life but doesn't mean that knowing this
will make you actually do the work if
you have the best self-discipline in the
world you probably can achieve it only
by relying on your self-discipline but
if you clicked on this video something
tells me that it didn't work out for you
I mean I told myself countless times
that I will start tomorrow but that
tomorrow never came so if relying on
your motivation never works and if you
don't have the best self-discipline
what's the solution the solution is
creating systems that don't rely on your
motivation or your self-discipline The
crucial aspect is finding the sweet spot
where it's so fun that it doesn't
require motivation and so structured
that it takes care of the
self-discipline part but before
explaining the system itself let's dive
into why you should even bother to learn
a language if you don't care about it
there will be a timestamp so you can
skip the sport learning languages is a
blessing it not only improves your brain
but also connects you with new people
this can lead to business opportunities
and also valuable human Connections in
Japanese there's a saying saying
which means your network is your net
worth often times kids from Rich family
have an advantage in an industry because
of their parents connections while it is
unfair this is the reality of the world
we live in rather than complaining it's
important to stack the deck in our favor
the great thing about the modern world
is that everybody can Network the
internet has allowed people to connect
with each other for example I connected
with my very close friends Izzy and math
through the internet on an online course
Izzy's a fellow YouTuber and a doctor
who lives in the UK while Matt lives in
the US where genuine friends and we
trust each other and we love each other
they inspire me and push me to become a
better version of myself every day when
they achieve something I'm genuinely
happy for them without the internet we
would have never met but because of the
internet we became friends sharing the
same interests and values are so
important for us learning languages also
gives you a new perspective people judge
things from their own perspective but
learning new languages and cultures can
broaden your horizons when you learn a
new language you also learn about the
culture and customs of the people who
speak it this can help you understand
their perspective and be more
open-minded towards various things
happening around you for example some
cultures prioritize personal space and
are more distant While others prioritize
openness and closeness with each other's
for example Japanese and American
culture some cultures prioritize the
community others prioritize
individuality for example Japan and the
us or maybe Japan and Germany some
cultures have strict gender roles While
others are more fluid for example
Russian culture and maybe the UK culture
it's not that one culture is better than
the other every culture is beautiful and
unique but there are definitely cultures
that align with your values more than
others finding that culture or even
creating your own values and your own
culture will give you a unique
perspective as a third culture kid who
has been exposed to Japanese Turkish
European and American cultures I have
learned that every country has something
to offer rather than being tied to any
specific culture or country tree I focus
on what I want from Life at that moment
this mindset gave me a lot of freedom I
gained this through language learning so
let's talk about how we're going to
create this system now the day one is
going to be our planning and feedback
day if you have a classic nine to five
job this day can be Saturday pick a day
in your week where you're able to get 30
minutes to one hour to plan what you
want to learn and understand where you
currently are you need to identify your
goal so understand why you want to learn
a language is it for fun is it for
school is it for business depending on
your goals the path you need to take and
the amount you need to study will differ
the vocabularies you learn the grammar
you'll focus on the materials you'll use
is going to be different depending on
your goal if you want to learn more
about studying methods depending on your
goal and how to do it effectively check
out my language course you can find the
course for free on skillshare there will
be a link in the description which will
give you 30 days free skillshare
membership you can watch and finish
finish course during your trial or if
you prefer lifelong access without the
skillshare subscription you can purchase
my course on teachable I did a pre-sale
and received feedback from you all about
the topics you want me to cover so I'll
be adding 10 to 15 bonus lessons to the
course if you're interested in
purchasing the course act fast because
the price will increase after the bonus
lessons are added after understanding
where you are and what you want to learn
it's important to realistically plan how
much you will study if you constantly
plan to do more than you can handle and
if you're feeling disappointed start by
assigning a small amount choose
something so small that it's almost
impossible for you not to complete that
week's work most people believe that
they need motivation to do something but
motivation comes from action and
accomplishment achieving your goal and
completing it will increase your
confidence and motivation to keep going
cover areas such as vocabulary grammar
speaking listening reading and writing
allocate 10 minutes for each section and
use apps Services books or websites to
complete each group you might think 10
minutes won't be enough for me to learn
but it's still better than nothing also
there is something called the rule of
hundred the rule of hundred states that
if you spend 100 a year which is 18
minutes a day for most disciplines you
will be better than 95 percent of the
world in that discipline so have the
mindset of
it's still better than nothing we don't
need to be perfectionists day two is the
Creation Day ideally you can plan this
on Sunday if you are planning to learn
new vocabulary using Anki flashcards
which I highly recommend set a specific
day each week to create your weekly
flashcards create all the flash cards
for the vocabulary you want to learn
that week in bulk if you don't have
specific vocabulary you want to learn
and plan to add it as you go you don't
need to worry about this day just create
Anki flashcards when you encounter
important vocabulary you don't know
during your study sessions try to create
all your flashcards in 30 minutes if
you're spending more than 30 minutes and
if you're not an Anki beginner user
you're probably making too many stop
making too many Anki flashcards this is
one of the very common mistakes that
language Learners do from day 3 to day 7
so Monday to Friday is going to be study
day during your commute while you're
doing the chores or any free time listen
to podcasts or watch and download
YouTube videos and audiobooks in your
target language and practice with unkey
flashcards when choosing a movie
actively pick one in your target
language when reading the news try to
read it in your target language these
small decisions will help you improve
your skills greatly and when you return
from your work or maybe School complete
your assigned daily task since it should
only take about 10 minutes it shouldn't
be too difficult to complete if you're
struggling to complete 10 minute tasks
maybe the problem is not language
learning but it's your self-discipline
maybe you should practice that like all
systems and everything repeating so
consistency is important repeat this
cycle and give yourself feedback about
what you did well and what you could
have done better each week giving
yourself feedback and constantly
improving is crucial in any field
consistency is key but without
reflecting and improving it's just a
waste of time so your time is limited
use it wisely if you struggle with daily
habits and if you're like me who has an
All or Nothing attitude seeing big
results might help you to Kickstart your
Journey as Jeff Hayden from the book
motivation myth says motivation is the
pride you take in the work you've done
fueling your willingness to do more
because improving feels good it breathes
confidence creating a feeling of
competence if you want to dedicate one
to two months to see maximum results and
kick start your language journey I
highly recommend doing lingada language
Sprints the Sprints are two months
learning challenges where you take
lessons intensively and see big
progresses quickly there are two types
of Sprints you can either do Sprint so
15 classes per month or Super Sprint
where you do 30 classes per month
lingoda teaches four languages group and
also private 101 English German French
and Spanish the lingo curriculum is
intervened with the cultural context and
real life language so you can learn
slang expressions and phrases that
native speakers actually use it can help
you reach conversational level in just
two months and connect with a community
because you're taking lessons with other
people the classes are 60 Minutes long
online and also live you'll learn from
experienced native teachers in those
lessons you and three to four classmates
will focus on speaking and real life
conversations as well as learning
grammar structures and your teacher will
give you feedback after the lesson about
what you can improve and also lets you
know what you're already good at so that
you will know your strengths and your
weaknesses and since I have a full-time
job as a Creator it's convenient to be
able to pick a time and day that works
for me I'm planning to do the Sprint so
15 lessons per month to get back on
track with my German the lessons were so
fun that I wanted to study German so bad
it's been so long time since I've spoken
German and it's nice to feel that you're
back you can follow a structured
curriculum or choose your classes in
your own way additionally if you
complete Sprint Challenge and follow all
the rules you can earn a 50 cashback for
the Sprint and 100 cashback for Super
Sprint it's really great because it
keeps you accountable and it gives you a
motivation to continue click the link
below for more information and use my
code for 20 euros or 25 five dollars of
your Sprint registration now let's get
back into the video there are many
people in the world who are more
talented than you they're sexier or
smarter richer more creative more
likable more Charming better connected
better looking better at language
learning but there is one thing you can
do better than them is you can outwork
them consistency always beats Talent
when I say consistency I don't mean only
pushing and pushing and pushing
consistency means reflecting giving
feedback improving each time and never
giving up actor Will Smith once asked
how he got to be so successful in his
career he said the only thing that I see
that is distinctly different about me is
I'm not afraid to die on a treadmill I
will not be outworked period you might
have more Talent than me you might be
more smarter than me you might be sexier
than me you might be all of those things
but if you get on a treadmill together
there's two things you're getting a
first or I'm going to die anybody can
cultivate this discipline it's the
single most effective strategy to
outperform the toughest competitors
you'll ever face you just need to be
consistent Benjamin Hardy once said
consistency is the most fundamental
virtue to becoming the person you want
to be success comes through sustained
effort and most people wouldn't do the
work talented attractive lucky people
are everywhere they're around you you
probably see such people every day on
your social media feed too but very
rarely they're consistent that's why
eventually they will fail and that's why
you will succeed consistent people are
extremely rare because it requires
discipline if you want to learn to
cultivate consistency in your work you
will eventually beat any Talent lock
skills even quality just by being
consistent consistency will make you
feel like a loser all the time you'll
spend working trying failing trying
again failing again trying again and
failing again will make you think you're
a loser you'll feel like a nobody who
sucks and isn't good for any thing and
should just quit because you'll never be
good enough at least that's how I felt
when I learned German when I started my
first YouTube channel seven years ago I
kept going because one thing I know is
consistency beats Talent you and I will
be there when somebody gives up we will
keep continue going and we will outwork
them it's not because we are geniuses or
because we're more talented but it's
because we're going to be more
consistent and that's why we will
succeed hopefully this video helps you
guys and see you in my next video
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