No Fluency Required: How to Move Abroad Without Speaking the Language 🌍🗣️


Hey there, Reader!

Ever tried to order food in a foreign country and ended up with something totally unexpected? Like that time I asked for a "tomato salad" in France and got… well, just tomatoes! 😅🍅

Language barriers can lead to some funny and frustrating moments, but they shouldn’t stop you from living your dream life abroad.

In our latest episode of The Move Abroad Coach Podcast, #74 No Fluency Required: How to Move Abroad Without Speaking the Language, I’m diving deep into why moving to a country where you don’t speak the language isn’t as scary as it seems. I’ll share my personal stories from living in places like China, Vietnam, and Georgia (the country), and how I managed with little to no fluency.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • Why language shouldn’t hold you back from moving abroad.
  • Practical tips for picking up a new language quickly.
  • How to thrive in a country where you don’t speak the local language.
  • Can you really get a job abroad without fluency? (Spoiler: Yes, you can!)
  • Why having the right mindset makes all the difference.

Ready to overcome your language fears and embrace the adventure?

🎧 Tune in now:


P.S. Exciting news! We’re gearing up for another round of our Move Abroad Escape Plan Bootcamp—a 4-day live event to help you craft your personalized plan for moving abroad. Join the waitlist at escapeplanbootcamp.com to get exclusive perks and be the first to know when tickets go live! It's our last Bootcamp of 2024.

P.P.S. Wondering how the Escape Plan Bootcamp is different from the Crash Course? They’re actually designed to complement each other!

  • Crash Course: This is your step-by-step guide to the entire move abroad process, covering everything from Deciding where to go, Researching your options, Executing your plan, Arriving in your new country, and Mastering the right mindset. It’s pre-recorded, self-paced, and includes ongoing support through our Facebook community.
  • Escape Plan Bootcamp: This is a LIVE, intensive deep dive into the very first step of that process—Decide. With live calls and replays, it’s perfect for those ready to make big decisions and move forward fast!

Both are powerful tools to help you move abroad, but the Bootcamp gives you the live, personalized opportunities to kickstart your journey with clarity and confidence.

Your Move Abroad Coach. Richelle

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

  • #54 Choose Your Hard: Navigating the Discomfort You Know vs. the Discomfort You Don’t Know
  • #41 The Four Things You Need to Decide Before You Can Move Abroad
  • #24 The Comfort Zone is Where Dreams Go to Die: How to Push Yourself Outside of What’s Comfortable
  • #3 How to Choose the Right Country For You (7 Things to Think About)

Hi👋I'm Richelle

Over the last ten years I’ve lived in China, Tanzania, Vietnam, Australia, and now Georgia. I’ve worked as an English teacher (on and offline), college counselor, freelance social media and launch manager, and I even started my own business and podcast helping adventurous people just like you achieve their dreams of moving abroad! ✈️ I know that moving abroad can be overwhelming, (trust me, I’ve been there) which is why I'm here to lead you through the entire process step-by-step with live personal dedicated support to ensure you turn this dream of moving abroad into a reality. 💥 It’s time to STOP waiting and finally live your dream life abroad.

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