The Linguist Method

http://thelinguist.blogs.com/how_to_learn_english_and/2007/07/the-linguist-me.html
As we prepare to roll out the new LingQ system in August I have been trying to summarize the learning principles that are behind LingQ. Here is what I have come up with. I would appreciate any feedback.
“A linguist is someone who enjoys speaking more than one language”-Steve Kaufmann
LingQ (www.lingq.com) is a learning system based on The Linguist Method.
The Seven Principles of the Linguist Method.
1) Enjoy yourself: Enjoy the experience of learning. Enjoy the language you are learning. Choose a language to study that you enjoy or find ways to enjoy the language you are studying. Choose content that you like. Do learning activities that you like.
2) Focus on input first: Listen and read. Get used to the language. Do not feel you have to produce the language. Just get the language into you. Listen often while doing other tasks, wherever you can. You can also listen while reading, or you can just read.
3) Learn words: Notice words and how they are used. Do not worry if you forget and relearn words. Notice which words come together in phrases. Do not worry about explanations of grammar, they will not mean much until you have had a lot of input in the language.
4) Set goals and be efficient: Take advantage of modern technology. Use MP3 players, computers, online dictionaries, the Internet, LingQ, as well as books, audio books and other resources. Set goals and measure your progress towards these goals.
5) Communicate naturally without fear: Start expressing yourself only when you are ready. Aim for constant improvement, not perfection. Notice which words and phrases cause you trouble so that you can work on them on your own. Write and speak naturally and keep it simple.
6) Have fun with pronunciation: Imitate what you are listening to, the words and phrases, as well as the sounds and the intonation of the language. Record yourself and share this with others, including your tutor. Exaggerate and have fun, but do not worry about how you sound.
7) Join a community: Find friends who speak the language you are studying and friends who are learning that language. If you cannot find them where you live, find them on the Internet. You can even help others to learn your own language and you will get better at learning languages. You will become a linguist.