Many Filipinos are struggling when it comes to communication skills especially in speaking the English language. I had also difficulties in this aspect even nowadays but I can say that I’ve improved a lot because of the tips which I’m going to share with you later on below. As far as I can see, we need to learn how to properly communicate with other people in the English language particularly in professional settings or places such as in an organization where some are not Filipino.
The common problem I observe in our community is that they are shy of speaking in English probably because they are afraid that somebody will judge them when they speak the language more specifically if they pronounce or deliver the sentence in the wrong way. I can’t say anything more about this stupidity given that it’s normal for us to feel frightened about what others might say about us when we commit mistakes even from trying to speak and improve our English communication skills. By the way, I’m not saying that it’s stupid to feel shy and frightened because we don’t like others to think that we are losers rather I’m reiterating that judging other people when they are trying to improve themselves is stupid.
To avoid being judge by others, I prepared tips that may help you to improve your English communication skills and help you speak the language with confidence. Before that, you have to remember that there is always room for improvement we just have to make sure that we have the will to learn. The following tips to improve your English communication skills are listed below;
Familiarize yourself with the basic English
v At least have time to familiarize the basics because it will help you a lot. Remember that the basics are your building blocks, if you know it and manage to confidently speak with it then it would be much easier for you to learn and improve it into a more complex ideology.
Involve yourself in English oriented surroundings
This doesn’t mean you have to book a flight and migrate to the U.S. You just have to make sure that you make yourself comfortable with the english language by watching English movies, TV series, or documentaries.
Listen, Listen and Listen!
This is probably one of my most important tips for you. You have to open your ears and listen carefully and try to familiarize what you hear. Remember the diction and the pronunciation then try to apply them when you speak.
Write, Write and Write!
If you’re already good at writing then that’s a good start you just have to improve it. Keep writing in English try to explore more complex sentences and write them down.
Mingle or communicate with your peers
Now, this probably sounds crazy but at least when you communicate with your peers in English you will not be offended if they correct you or they laugh at you because they vibe with you. You can ask for their help so that you can improve more while still enjoying the process.
Utilize the availability of technology
Probably the easiest way to improve is to utilize technology. Try to use the Merriam Webster or google or your phone. There are so many ways on how you can improve using technology you just have to be persistent. You can also use Grammarly to accurately correct or suggest the best words and sentences you can use. By the way, I’m not promoting or advertising anything I mentioned above.
So, that’s all for my tips. Remember that these tips are all base on my experience hence some will probably not suits you or maybe you have something way better than my tips so, you can use it as an addition to the aforementioned tips.
Always remember that life does not have fast forward nor backward and the best thing to move and improve is to take your time to learn not only in this topic but to everything else.
I agree with it. When talking to someone use english to practice and develop your communication skills. And also keep on reading and listening english . Just work for it.