
The 5 Step method I use to show my clients fast results | #208
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80/20 Application in American Accent Development
Identify Key Patterns
20% of Patterns show 80% of Improvement:
Concentrate on projecting your voice clearly with key patterns that are used in 80% of American English interactions.
These include rhythm, stress patterns and intonation used in American English.
Identify Key Sounds
20% of sounds make up 80% of pronunciation:
Apply patterns learned to key vowel sounds that are used in 80% of American English words.
These primarily focus on vowel sounds, beginning with the resting tongue position, and moving into other more detailed areas.
Apply sounds and patterns to key Words and Phrases:
20% of Vocabulary is used 80% of the Time:
Prioritize learning and practicing the pronunciation of high-frequency words and phrases that are used in everyday conversation.
Identify most effective training techniques
20% of Techniques Yield 80% of Results:
Not all training techniques work for every individual. By tracking the most applicable habits, focus on specific drills, listening and feedback exercises for the student's own life to show the most results in the least amount of time.
Practice in Context
20% of Contexts Yield 80% of Practical Usage:
Engage in practice scenarios that reflect real-life situations where the accent will be used most frequently. This includes creating original phrases based on key prompts that fit the needs of each individual.
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