Rendez-Vous Tutos: The Daily French Learning Habit You’ve Been Waiting For

Nov 28 / Ellie Louis
Would you say that staying consistent with your French is one of your biggest hurdles? Lots of people tell me that it is.

I don’t struggle with my French, but I do when it comes to getting out of bed to swim three times a week at 7 a.m. (especially on dark, freezing mornings). The only reason I don’t skip is my swim coach—I show up because I don’t want to let him down. And honestly, every time I finish a session, I’m so grateful he’s there to keep me accountable. I know I wouldn’t do it on my own.

It’s the same with French. When there’s no one checking in, it’s so easy to say, “I’ll just miss today,” and suddenly, weeks or even months have gone by without progress.

That’s why I’m thrilled to introduce Rendez-Vous Tutos, launching this January. These live sessions will give you a set time to show up—not just for me, but for yourself and your fellow learners. Each time you join, you’ll feel the satisfaction of getting another Tuto under your belt, just like I feel after each swim. It’s that little glow of accomplishment that keeps you feeling good.

How does it work?

These are short, live Tutos that give you the chance to learn alongside me (and others!) at a set time each day. It’s not just about showing up for your French—it’s about carving out a moment in your day to say, “Yes, this matters to me.”
And it’s designed to fit into your life, not disrupt it:

Miss a live session? No problem! Every Tuto will be recorded and added to Bonjour Brilliance that same day.
Need a reminder? If you’re using Bonjour Brilliance on your iPhone app, you can send yourself learning nudges to stay on track. (Not sure how? Just ask me—I’ll show you!)
Accountability has been the missing link for many learners since Bonjour Brilliance became self-paced. Rendez-Vous Tutos bridges that gap, giving you the structure and encouragement to show up—without the pressure to be perfect.
Just like me with my swim coach, it’s not about being at your best every single time. It’s about showing up anyway, because every small step forward adds up to something big.

Let's test it out in January 2025

In January 2025, I’ll be testing out whether these live moments are the game-changer you’ve been looking for. It’s a chance to see if showing up consistently, without the pressure to be perfect, can help you move forward with your French like never before.

Imagine getting to the end of January 2025 knowing you’ve shown up for yourself, week after week—not because you pushed harder, but because you simply kept turning up and adding another Tuto to your progress.

If that sounds like the boost you’ve been waiting for, here’s how to join Rendez-Vous Tutos in January:

- New to Bonjour Brilliance? Click the Aidez-moi button to request a trial and discover how Rendez-Vous Tutos can transform your learning experience.
- Tried Bonjour Brilliance but don’t have a current subscription? Click below to purchase a one-month subscription and give it a go.
- Already a Bonjour Brilliance subscriber? You’re all set! Rendez-Vous Tutos will appear in Bonjour Brilliance automatically in January.

I can’t wait to see what a difference this makes for your learning in 2025. Let’s make this a fantastic year for your French.

Meilleurs,Ellie
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