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"Why don’t we just speak English?"

That’s what a Chinese language exchange partner said to me back in 2013, and it was so deflating that I nearly gave up learning.

I remember that time so well because I’d been really trying to learn. I was committed, spending hours a day on what (I hoped) was moving me toward my dream of fluency.

But when I went to speak to native speakers, my mind would go blank. I’d have a mini-panic, fumble around for the right word, say something that doesn’t make sense, and with a cringe-y smile, the native would say, “Why don’t we just speak English?”

If something similar has happened to you, then you know: This straight-up sucks and seriously wounds your confidence. You start to go into a mental tailspin as you wonder:

“Am I even making progress? It sure seems like what I’m doing isn’t working.”

And that leads to…

“Let me try another APP. Another website. Watch another YouTube video…”

And when that doesn’t work, if you’re not careful, you can even start to think:

“Who do I think I am trying to learn such a ‘hard’ language? Maybe I’m just not smart enough. I should quit…”

Not only do I understand this, I used to have those exact thoughts all the time.

Eventually, though, I realized that it doesn’t have to be that way. I remembered what acclaimed educator and composer Jack Stamp said to me way back in 2005:

“Good [language learners] practice until they get it right. Great ones practice until they can’t get it wrong.”

-Jack Stamp, Director of Bands at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (he actually said “musicians,” but same-same)

Now, imagine this…

…You open your mouth to speak Mandarin, and it just flows—no second-guessing tones or grammar.

…You know that every minute you put in is paying off, bringing you closer to effortless conversations in Chinese.

…In just 30 days, with only 30-60 minutes of practice a day, you’re confidently speaking and understanding basic Mandarin.

It’s not a dream. It’s totally achievable. We’ve created the perfect system to help you pick up the essential skills quickly, so you can speak clearly and confidently.

We call it…

The Mandarin Speaking & Listening Kickstarter (MSLK)

1000+ Listen & Repeat Phrases to Build Your Confidence & Master Basic Mandarin

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The MSLK is made for learners like you—people who need to make speaking Mandarin feel natural and automatic. It’s more than just another course; it’s a confidence booster that helps you level up your Mandarin skills.

This program is thoughtfully designed to tackle the common struggles of Mandarin learners. With a clear, 7-step process, it offers a structured yet adaptable path to mastering the basics. Say goodbye to the confusion of not knowing what to practice next.

But most importantly, it gets you talking—helping you break through that hesitation and actually speak Mandarin with confidence!

Break Free from Overthinking and Start Speaking

I used to believe that every language learning method had to be some cutting-edge “hack” to speed up fluency. If it wasn’t promising to skyrocket my productivity, I’d dismiss it. And while some of those methods did work, let me save you from making the same mistake…

Listening and repeating is key to getting past the beginner stage.

Here’s why:

  • First, you need to train your mouth muscles to handle the new sounds. It’s not about cramming words; it’s like working out your muscles at the gym—repetition is what builds strength and fluency.
  • Second, the most basic and frequent words don’t need to be learned through complicated methods. You can easily pick them up through consistent practice and repetition.

And the best part? It’s so easy to get started with…

the MSLK 7-Step Routine

The MSLK course is packed with 30 lessons covering 100 essential concepts and over 1,000 practical phrases. By following the MSLK 7-Step Routine, you’ll confidently think and produce these phrases by the end of the course.

Here’s how it works:

Begin each day by clearing your flashcard reviews, ensuring a solid foundation and consistent progress.

Step 1: Flashcard Focus

Start each day by reviewing your flashcards to build a strong foundation and ensure steady progress.

Step 2: Learn, Listen & Repeat (LLR)

Dive into audio lessons that develop your speaking and listening skills as you follow along in real-time.

Step 3: Pinyin Synchronization

As you listen, follow the Pinyin in the lesson descriptions to reinforce your understanding of Mandarin spellings, sounds, and tones.

Step 4: Expand Your Lexicon

Add new flashcards to your app to keep growing your vocabulary and phrases daily.

Step 5: First-Day Review

Immediately review your new cards to boost retention and strengthen your recall.

Step 6: Think & Produce (TAP)

After two days, test your comprehension and production skills with more advanced audio exercises.

Step 7: Immersion Playlist Building

Create and curate a Mandarin immersion playlist to surround yourself with lesson content throughout your day.

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This simple routine gives you just the right amount of repetition to build muscle memory, so saying key Mandarin phrases feels natural and automatic. You won’t hesitate when speaking because your mouth will know exactly what to do.

And while the course lets you go at your own pace, following one lesson per day means you could complete it in just 30 days. Imagine—one month from now, you’ll be confidently speaking Mandarin without second-guessing yourself.

Best of all, with your newfound skills, you’ll never hear, “Why don’t we just speak English?” again. Your progress will speak for itself.

Guided by Two Learners Just Like You

We didn’t just learn Mandarin; we learned how to learn Mandarin. After a tough first year filled with mistakes, we made a complete transformation in the second year, going from total beginners to passing the highest level of the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK). 

Now here we are speaking fluent Chinese! 👇

So trust me when I say, using the listening and repeating methods in the MSLK course will be a game-changer for your Mandarin learning journey!

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Better Language Retention & Recall

With over 1,100 multimedia flashcards in the Traverse app and the MSLK 7-Step Routine, you’ll naturally improve your memory and recall of Mandarin vocabulary and phrases. This systematic method helps you retain what you learn long-term, which is key to mastering the language.

Solid Mandarin Foundations

You’ll cover everything you need to get started in Mandarin: greetings, questions, basic grammar, verbs, adjectives, nouns, and time-related vocabulary. By the end, you’ll have built a strong foundation in speaking and listening that will support your future learning.

Practical Speaking Skills

With 93 audio files offering over 7 hours of practice, you’ll develop your speaking and listening skills through engaging exercises like ‘Learn, Listen & Repeat,’ ‘Think & Produce,’ and ‘Immersion’ files. This hands-on practice will make speaking Mandarin feel more natural.

Strengthened Mouth Muscles & Quick Recall

Learning a new language is like going to the gym for your mouth. This course helps you develop the muscle memory you need for smooth, effortless speech, along with the quick thinking necessary to recall phrases in real-life conversations.

A Motivational Learning Experience

Stay motivated with inspirational videos that connect the course to your overall Mandarin journey. These moments of encouragement keep you engaged and driven to reach your goals, ensuring you stay on track.

A Clear and Enjoyable Learning Path

With tutorial videos, recaps, and check-ins, the course offers a clear and structured format that makes learning Mandarin enjoyable. You’ll feel confident and supported as you follow the lessons, turning study time into an engaging habit rather than a chore.
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What Exactly Are You Getting?

Your Complete Toolkit for Mandarin Success

✔️ 93 Downloadable Audio Files: Over 7 hours of focused practice to sharpen your listening and speaking skills.

✔️ 31 ‘Learn, Listen & Repeat’ Files: Structured practice to help you master essential Mandarin phrases with confidence.

✔️ 31 ‘Think & Produce’ Files: Challenge your comprehension and speaking skills with advanced exercises.

✔️ 31 ‘Immersion’ Files: Dive deep into curated content to surround yourself with Mandarin and enhance your natural language learning.

✔️ 30 Core Lessons + 1 Bonus Lesson: Each lesson is packed with practical tools and insights to help you on your Mandarin journey.

✔️ Confidence in 100+ Everyday Situations: Cover key grammar concepts and real-world phrases to navigate daily conversations.

✔️ 1,100+ Multimedia Flashcards in the Traverse APP: Boost retention and memorization with engaging, interactive flashcards.

✔️ A Simple 7-Step Routine: A clear, structured path to help you solidify your progress every step of the way.
Short, Engaging Tutorials: Stay on track and enjoy the process with easy-to-follow videos.

✔️ Motivational Videos: Stay inspired with videos that keep you focused and motivated throughout your journey.

✔️ Regular Check-In Videos: Track your progress and keep yourself motivated with built-in recaps and assessments.

With all this content and the results you’ll achieve, the value of this course easily exceeds $400!

COURSE VALUE: $400+

Exclusive Bonuses! You’ll Love

Ongoing Support and Guidance

You’ll never feel stuck with our dedicated team by your side. Whether you need help with a technical issue or a boost of motivation, we’re here for you. Plus, our video FAQ library has hundreds of answers at your fingertips.

$500 Value

Dynamic Learning Community

Join our vibrant community of Mandarin learners! Get access to a supportive forum where you can ask questions, find study partners, and share resources with thousands of other learners just like you.
$500 Value

Access to the Traverse APP

Get the innovative flashcard app that helps you retain everything you learn more effectively. With Traverse, you’ll master Mandarin vocabulary faster and keep what you’ve learned locked in.

$300 Value

Exclusive Email Course

Receive a 15-part email series that guides you through every step of your Mandarin journey. Packed with expert tips, strategies, and inspiration, this course will ensure you make the most of your lessons and prepare you for advanced learning.

$100 Value
Exclusive Email Course

TOTAL BONUS VALUE: $1400

Your Chance to Start Mandarin Awaits: Enroll in MSLK Today

Your Chance to Start Mandarin Awaits: Enroll in MSLK Today
Open the door to Mandarin mastery and a whole new world of opportunities. The Mandarin Speaking & Listening Kickstarter is more than just a course—it’s your launchpad to a richer, more connected future in the Mandarin-speaking world.

Join thousands of learners who have transformed their skills and confidence. Start your journey today and tap into the language and culture like never before.

Here’s what you’ll get:

  • Mandarin Speaking & Listening Kickstarter – $400 Value
  • Access to Expert Support – $500 Value
  • Exclusive Access to Our Learning Community – $500 Value
  • Traverse Flashcards for Life – $300 Value
  • 15-Part Expert Email Series – $100 Value

Total Value: $1,800

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We’re SO confident our courses will exceed your expectations in every way that we do something NOBODY ELSE in our field does….

After you enroll, you’ll have 30 days with full access to everything…

If at any time, for any reason, or NO reason, you decide it’s not for you, email us, and we’ll give you a full refund.

Trusted by Mandarin Learners Worldwide

“Mandarin Blueprint's New Kickstarter Course is the Icing on the Cake"

"Mandarin Blueprint just published the "Mandarin Speaking & Listening Kickstarter" course, turning this wonderful program into a complete language learning experience. It adds "listen and repeat" techniques to help you with the essential phrases and sentences that you need to know. ”

Brian O'Connor

“MS&LK course is done :)"

"At first I thought that it is too easy for someone with strong HSK3/4 level reached but I must admit that after completing it my basic sentence creation speed skyrocketed and sometimes I do not even need to think about how to construct the sentence as it comes naturally (I am especially surprised how it happens in my head with past tense and use of 没, 了, 过, 是。。。的). I also feel more confident to try speaking Mandarin with my colleagues at work. Thank you guys!”

Tomasz Ferenc

"I've now finished this MSLK course. It's been really helpful to practice what I learnt on the pronunciation mastery course. I'd recommend doing both at once. Then start the MB course. I'm at character 200 on the MB course and the reviews got quite overwhelming. Having the immersive background sentences was difficult to start but now I appreciate learning without thinking. Now I'm used to it, I also play the character sentences as well as the MSLK sentences in the background.”

Theresa Banks

"I'm loving this listen and repeat. It's a great way to familiarise and attune my mouth and tongue to Mandarin pronunciation. Although I had formal lessons in Greek and textbooks galore, I learned best by listening and repeating phrases used by my Greek relatives. Like a parrot. Or a baby.

Thank you so much Phil for this addition to the MB. Jeannette (Melbourne, Australia)”

Jeannette Kavanagh

"I am delighted to now begin making short conversations with my Chinese friends and associates courtesy of feeling confident enough to open my mouth so to speak.

Xie xie MB Team for this initiative. Well done, Phil.”

Frederick Toholka
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A Quick Reality Check

Think about what could happen if you don’t take action. Learning Mandarin isn’t just picking up a new skill—it’s about unlocking new opportunities that could genuinely change your life. If you put this off, a year from now you could still be struggling with the same challenges, missing out on potential business deals, amazing cultural experiences, and deeper personal connections that come with speaking Mandarin fluently.

It’s not just about avoiding being stuck where you are today—it’s about seizing the chance in front of you right now. Every day without this progress is a missed opportunity to grow, connect, and succeed in a Mandarin-speaking world. Don’t let another year pass by wishing you had started sooner. Make this the moment you finally push past the barriers and achieve the Mandarin fluency you’ve been aiming for.

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“Listen & Repeat” is necessary but not sufficient to reach fluency. Frankly, this is part of why we didn’t make this course until after we constructed our flagship curriculum, “The Blueprint.” Other products that offer listen & repeat programs make claims like “Reach fluency in 10 days!” which is pure bull-honky. You need both a “bottom-up” approach of learning characters, words & grammar (The Blueprint) ALONG with the “top-down” approach of listen & repeat.

Listen & repeat may not be sufficient, but it is ESSENTIAL. While acquiring Chinese requires developing your mind, you can’t neglect to develop your mouth muscles! Mandarin Chinese utilizes mouth positions that are not common in English, so the muscles are underdeveloped, and there’s only one way to get them to become stronger: PRACTICE.

Luckily, mouth muscles are small, so they take less time to strengthen than your chest, quads, or hamstrings.

Furthermore, MSLK does develop your “Chinese brain.” Imagine the connections between your brain cells like a highway (which honestly is not that far off of an analogy). Developing the Chinese brain will require “forging new highways.”

If you want to build a new highway, you first have to clear away the forest and create a path to lay the road. Using MSLK will “clear the forest” & build a “dirt road” ready for the construction team to come in and spread the concrete. Sure, traveling on a dirt road is slower than a highway, but it’s WAY faster than navigating a thick forest. “The Blueprint” is where you’ll build the “super-highway” on top of the dirt road.

This course focuses entirely on speaking. If you’re ready to dive into characters, we recommend signing up for “The Blueprint” (where you can learn 3050+ characters, nbd).

There are 30 content lessons (plus a bonus lesson), and it’s reasonable to complete one lesson per day.

That said, it’s an online course. You can take it at whatever pace suits you. If you had some navy seal-like discipline, you could do 4 to 5 lessons a day and finish it in a week (not recommended, though), or you could do one lesson every three days and finish it in 90 days. Entirely up to you.

While you’ll naturally pick up on a LOT of pronunciation in MSLK, that isn’t the focus of this course. That said, our most popular course, called “Pronunciation Mastery,” covers every syllable in detail, and combined with the add-on “Pronunciation Practice Toolkit,” you’ll have a killer combination of pronunciation training, practice drills, and MSLK to practically apply everything you learn from PM. They’re a highly recommended combination.

MSLK covers survival Chinese. The vocabulary is intentionally limited to only the most frequent verbs, adjectives, nouns, and grammatical structures. By focusing on a small vocabulary, you’ll repeat the basic sentence structures enough so that they become second nature.

Here’s specifically what is covered:

Greetings
“Hello” with 你好
“Goodbye” with 再见
“Thanks!” with 谢谢
“Thank You” with 谢谢你
“Please” with 请

Question-Related
“Question or Problem” with 问题
“Who?” with 谁
“What?” with 什么
“When?” with 什么时候
“Where?” with 哪儿
“Why?” with 为什么
“Which?” with 哪个
“How?” with 怎么
“What time?” with 几点
“How many, how much” with 几
“How many/much” with 多少

Grammatical Concepts
Noun “is” Adjective with 很
Noun “and” Noun with 和
Negation with 不
Yes or No questions with Adj. + 不 + Adj.
Yes or No questions with 吗
Measure Word 个
Possession with 的
“Both or All” with 都
们 For Plural
“Not Have” & “Didn’t” with 没有
Completed Actions with 了
“Will/going to” with 要
“Not going to” or “Won’t” with 不要
Past experience with 过
“Presently” with 在
“But” with 但是
“Correct” with 对

Common Verbs
“To say/speak” with 说
“To understand” with 懂
“To listen” with 听
“To look” with 看
“Can’t Understand” with 听不懂
“Is or Is Not” – 是/不是
“Located” with 在
“To have or possess” with 有
“Can/Can’t” with 可以/不可以
“To treat someone” with 请
“To like” with 喜欢
“Want to” with 想
“Called” with 叫
“To Know” with 知道
“To do” with 做
“To leave” with 走
“To come” with 来
“To go” with 去
“To buy” with 买
“To sell” with 卖
“To give” or “for” with 给
“To learn” with 学
“To be acquainted” with 认识
“To use” with 用

Common Adjectives
“Good, fine, OK” with 好
“Fast” with 快
“Slow” with 慢
“Big” with 大
“Small” with 小
“Hot” with 热
“Cold” with 冷
“Young” with 年轻
“Old” with 老
“Tall” with 高
“Short” with 矮
“Heavy” with 重
“Light” with 轻

Common Nouns
“This & That” with 这(个) & 那(个)
“Mom” with 妈妈
“Dad” with 爸爸
“Friend” with 朋友
“Thing, Stuff, Something” with 东西
“Person” with 人
“Teacher” with 老师
“Here & There” with 这儿 & 那儿
“Name” with 名字
“Beijing” with 北京
“China” with 中国
“Country” with 国家
“Chance or opportunity” with 机会
“Chinese” with 中文
“English” with 英文
“Meaning” with 意思

Pronouns
“He/him” with 他
“She/her” with 她
“You” with 你
“I/me” with 我
“It” with 它
Plural with 们
“They/Them” with 他们/她们
“We/us” with 我们
“You all” with 你们

Number & Time Related
Numbers Part 1
1, 2, 3, 10, 11, 12, 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 30, 31, 32, 33
Numbers Part 2
4, 5, 6, 14, 15, 16, 40-46, 50-56, 60-66
Numbers Part 3
1 – 99
Numbers Part 4
1 – 9,999,999
“Zero” with 零
Months with 月
Measuring number of months
Dates with 号
Days of the Week
“Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow” with 昨天 今天 明天
“Morning, Afternoon, Night” 早上 下午 晚上
Seconds, minutes, hours, days, years
Time on the Clock
“Half or half past” with 半
“Quarter (of an hour)” with 刻
“Less or Before” with 差
“Now” with 现在
“A pair of” with 两个 两点 两百 两千

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