🧠 3 Things Every TOEIC Beginner Should Do First

You’ve decided:

“I’m going to start studying for TOEIC.”

You open Google… and chaos hits:
Apps. Textbooks. Vocabulary lists. Grammar guides. YouTube channels.
Where do you even start?

That early confusion isn’t just frustrating — it’s one of the biggest reasons beginners get stuck later.
Start the wrong way, and you lose time, motivation, and clarity.

🚨 The Common Beginner Trap: Input Overload Block

Most beginners think:

“I don’t know enough yet, so I’ll start with vocabulary.”
“My grammar is weak, so I’ll review everything.”

It feels safe.
But TOEIC doesn’t reward general knowledge — it tests how fast and logically you can respond under pressure.

That’s why at My TOEIC Coach, we use ALT (Accelerated Learning Technology) to break this block before it locks in.

✅ What to Do First (ALT Method)

1. Skip the Full Mock Test — Sample Each Part Instead

Full tests overwhelm beginners. The score means little, timing feels brutal, and you learn nothing about how you think.
Instead, try a few questions from each part to see the patterns TOEIC uses and notice where your reactions slow down. This first step gives you a clear starting point for targeted training.

2. Track the “Didn’t Hear” or “Didn’t Get” Moments

When you miss something, it’s often not the sound or the word — it’s your brain missing the structure fast enough.
In ALT, we train you to mark where processing broke down, not just note the correct answer.

3. Explain Your Choice — Even If You Were Right

A correct answer means nothing if you can’t explain why.
ALT beginners always verbalise their logic — because understanding your decision process is the fastest way to remove hesitation.

❓ Common Beginner Questions

Q: Should I start with a vocabulary book?
A: Not yet. First, find your response habits — then target what’s slowing you down.

Q: Should I review grammar before doing questions?
A: Reverse it. Let questions reveal which grammar points matter. Then review only those.

Q: Can I start with the official TOEIC books?
A: They’re too heavy at the start. Use pattern-based micro-drills first.

Q: Are apps or YouTube helpful for beginners?
A: Only if you know exactly what skill you’re training. Without strategy, it’s just noise.

🔑 Takeaway Rule

Don’t start by loading your brain with random input.
Start by observing how you respond to real questions, then fix the exact points where you break down.

Final Word

Early habits decide long-term results.
Set up your training for clarity, not chaos, and you’ll skip the biggest beginner traps before they slow you down.

For more strategies and resources to master your TOEIC starting point, visit the English Library Collection and start locking in smart, beginner-proof habits today.