Resources: Notes on Life and Language in the United States

Video Lesson! How to Politely Say "No" to an Invitation in English

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Tue, Nov 18, 2014 @ 07:54 PM

Do you struggle when you don't know the right English vocabulary words to use in certain situations?

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Topics: Daily Life in the US, English Conversation

How to Ask an American about their Pet in English

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Fri, Mar 21, 2014 @ 11:16 AM

Do you want to start more conversations in English?

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Topics: Daily Life in the US, English Conversation, Vocabulary Workshop

4 English Topics to Avoid in American Small Talk

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Thu, Jan 09, 2014 @ 01:04 PM

 Do you go to parties or events and often find yourself wondering what topics are ok to bring up and what topics you should avoid?

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Topics: English Lessons, Daily Life in the US, United States Culture, English Conversation, Cross Cultural Coaching

7 Things That You MUST Know If You Move to the USA

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Jul 15, 2013 @ 08:45 AM

Are you planning to move to the United States anytime soon? If so, today's article is for you!

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Topics: Daily Life in the US, Cultural Competence, Cross Cultural Coaching

4 Typical 4th of July Invitations and How to Respond in English

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Wed, Jul 03, 2013 @ 08:03 AM

A big holiday is coming up here in the US tomorrow! That holiday is the fourth of July! Yay!

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Topics: English Lessons, Daily Life in the US, English Conversation, Vocabulary Workshop

The Secret Ingredient for English Success: Stop Hiding

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Mon, Jun 03, 2013 @ 08:03 AM

Are you hiding behind a native English speaker?

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Topics: Advice for English Students, How to Learn English, Daily Life in the US

6 Awesome Places to Walk and Talk in Boston and New York

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Wed, Mar 06, 2013 @ 06:58 AM

Boston and New York are walking cities!

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Topics: Daily Life in the US, Expatriate Support, Life in Boston, Life in New York

Driving in English: Read this Before You Hit the Road

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Tue, Feb 26, 2013 @ 08:15 AM

Do you have a car in your new life in the United States?

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Topics: English Lessons, Daily Life in the US, Life in Boston, Life in New York

Got the Midwinter Blues? 6 Things to Do in Boston and New York

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Thu, Feb 21, 2013 @ 07:35 AM

It's the middle of the winter in the Northeastern United States!

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Topics: Daily Life in the US, Expatriate Support, Life in Boston, Life in New York

Infographic: How to Clean Your House in English

Posted by Lindsay McMahon on Tue, Feb 19, 2013 @ 08:23 AM

One of your biggest challenges in your life in the United States is probably knowing how to ask for certain things in stores.

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Topics: English Lessons, Daily Life in the US, Vocabulary Workshop

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