The Skill Corner

 🧠 Study Smarter, Not Harder: Habits That Changed My Learning Simple study tips that helped me improve without feeling overwhelmed When I first started learning English and other subjects, I used to study for long hours — but I didn’t always get good results. Over time, I realized that it’s not about how long you study , but how you study that really matters. Here are the small but powerful study habits that helped me learn better — especially as a non-native English learner 👇 1. I Study with a Goal, Not Just Time Instead of saying “I’ll study for 2 hours,” I now say, “I’ll finish one topic and write 3 key points about it.” This helps me stay focused and waste less time. 2. I Study in Short Sessions I use the Pomodoro method — study for 25 minutes, then take a 5-minute break.  It keeps my brain fresh and helps me avoid burnout. 3. I Mix Reading, Writing & Speaking When I study English or marketing, I: Read one article or blog post Write my thoughts in simple English Spea...

No native speakers around? These tools helped me practice from home — for free! As a non-native English speaker, I know the struggle of trying to speak fluently without anyone to practice with. But the good news is:  you don’t need a classroom or a tutor to get started. Here are the free apps and websites I personally used to improve my speaking skills step by step: 1. HelloTalk – Talk with Real People I loved this app because I could chat with real English speakers who also wanted to learn my language. We helped each other like friends. It’s like social media, but for language learning! 2. ELSA Speak – Pronunciation Coach This app became my daily speaking buddy. It listens to your pronunciation and corrects you using AI. I did just 5–10 minutes a day, and it really helped me speak more clearly.  3. YouTube – My Free Teacher I watched channels like: Speak English with Mr. Duncan English Addict BBC Learning English YouTube channel They teach English in fun, natural ways. I coul...

Real tips from a non-native English speaker I used to feel shy and unsure when speaking English. But with time, patience, and daily practice, I started seeing real improvement. Here’s the honest step-by-step process I followed: Step 1: I Stopped Worrying About Mistakes In the beginning, I always thought: “What if I say it wrong?” But then I realized  mistakes are part of learning. I told myself ; “It’s okay. Just speak.” This small mindset shift gave me courage to begin. Step 2: I Practiced Speaking Alone I started talking to myself in English  describing what I was doing, how I felt, or even practicing sentences I’d heard on YouTube. Example: 🗣️ “I’m making tea.” 🗣️ “Today I feel a little tired, but I want to study.” It felt weird at first, but it really helped! Step 3: I Listened Actively I watched short videos and interviews in English. But I didn’t just watch ; I listened carefully and repeated key phrases out loud. This helped me understand how native speakers speak nat...