The Prepped and Polished Podcast is an educational and inspirational show that offers tutoring and test prep tips as well as interviews with celebrities and leaders in education. It is hosted by Alexis Avila, founder of Prepped and Polished LLC, a tutoring and test prep firm for K-college.

On today's show, Alexis is joined talks to Dr. Karyn Koven, founder of Language Bird, a company that offers customized, efficient foreign-language training. Karyn talks about how she came up with the idea of Learning Bird after successfully consulting with thousands of college applicants. You will learn why learning a second language is important, and learn key tips on how to master a new language.

Prepped & Polished Students get 20% off Language Birds Courses, when you use promo code: PreppedandPolished.

Karyn’s tips for mastering a new language:

Don’t be afraid to make mistakes (do what babies do!), use a post it technique and post Spanish words next to items around your house, and listen to music and tv in the other language.

Karyn’s words of wisdom for teens:

Learn to be a good communicator and listener, don’t burn bridges, and help people you come in contact with.

More of Karyn’s work can be found on the web:

Website: www.languagebird.com

Facebook: facebook.com/LanguageBird

Twitter: @language_bird

Enjoy, Thanks for Listening and remember at The Prepped and Polished Podcast, We Empower You to Take Control of Your Education!

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