How to set up the perfect language exchange

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To get better at speaking a new language, you just have to practise speaking it! Other than finding a teacher, language exchanges are one of the best ways to get regular speaking practice - plus, they're free, fun, and you could even make lifelong friendships along the way!

While learning Mandarin Chinese, I had some fantastic language exchange buddies - but I went through a *lot* of trial and error to figure out how to find and set up a great exchange. These are the 3 tips that I learned along the way that I wish I'd known at the very start, in case it helps someone else looking to speak a new language more fluently! :)

» Timestamps ⏱️
00:00 Intro
01:18 How to find a language exchange partner
02:51 How to run a great language exchange session
04:38 Qualities of a great language exchange partner - and how to be one yourself!

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