One Conversation Away: The Adventures Waiting Behind Every Language You Learn

When people ask me why I’ve spent so much of my life learning languages, I tend to smile and say something along the lines of: “Because speaking someone else’s language … Continue reading One Conversation Away: The Adventures Waiting Behind Every Language You Learn

No Best Language – Just a World Waiting to Meet You

What’s the best language to learn? It’s a question people often ask me when they’re thinking about starting their language journey. They’re usually looking for something practical, something “useful”. Something … Continue reading No Best Language – Just a World Waiting to Meet You

Communicating to Belong: The Human Value of Learning a Language

I’ve always believed that learning another language is more than just another skill – it’s a gateway to understanding, connection and adventure. My experiences travelling and immersing myself in different … Continue reading Communicating to Belong: The Human Value of Learning a Language

How One Language Leads to Another: The Endless Journey of Language Learning

Have you ever thought about how learning one language can open doors to another, and then another? Language isn’t just about words, grammar and pronunciation; it’s a gateway to new … Continue reading How One Language Leads to Another: The Endless Journey of Language Learning

Breaking into Freelance Language Work: A Journey of Passion, Persistence and Professional Satisfaction

Embarking on a freelance language career is not for the faint-hearted. It requires dedication, perseverance, and, most importantly, a genuine passion for language and communication. While the path is challenging, … Continue reading Breaking into Freelance Language Work: A Journey of Passion, Persistence and Professional Satisfaction

Don’t Get Me Wrong: There’s Another Language for Everyone

In a world fraught with mistrust and misunderstanding, the ability to communicate across cultures and celebrate shared humanity is surely of the utmost importance. Yet many people believe they’re inherently … Continue reading Don’t Get Me Wrong: There’s Another Language for Everyone

From Basque to Breakthroughs – the Untapped Power of Learning Any Language

As a child, I was frequently advised against learning certain languages. “Don’t waste your time with Albanian, Basque, or Romanian,” I was often told. Little did I know then that … Continue reading From Basque to Breakthroughs – the Untapped Power of Learning Any Language