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Jan 2025
29m 45s

Charting Your Path to Chinese Fluency: F...

Jared Turner
About this episode

Ready to turn your Chinese learning aspirations into reality? Jared and John share insights on how to stay focused and motivated by finding your “why” and setting actionable goals. From avoiding common pitfalls to celebrating small wins, this episode is your guide to making 2025 the year you thrive in your Chinese learning.

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