AEE 226: How to "80/20" Your English to Make More Friends with italki Teacher Nick Vance

In this episode of the All Ears English podcast, host Lindsay McMahon interviews Nick Vance, an italki teacher, about applying the 80-20 rule to English language learning. Nick explains the 80-20 rule, where 80% of positive results come from 20% of the effort, and how it can be used to improve grammar and vocabulary skills. For grammar, learners should identify and focus on correcting their most frequent mistakes, potentially with the help of a teacher. For vocabulary and speaking, learners should concentrate on words and phrases relevant to their interests and practice using conversational English in social settings. Nick provides examples of common questions and phrases for starting conversations at international meetups, such as asking about someone's origin or profession. He also shares his italki username for listeners interested in taking lessons with him.