This is Mental Health Awareness Month.  Festivals and events are taking place across the English speaking world. Today I'm talking to Lisa who helped to organize the Mental Health Festival in Paisley, South West Scotland.

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

Mental Health Awareness Month

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日本語の勉強のためにも、カジュアルな日常生活日本語、日本文化の勉強にも

オススメの最近好きなYoutube を紹介します。

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Nihongo_Hanaso（N3+）

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You've landed the interview – congratulations! Now you need to convince them that you're the perfect fit. Focus on confident communication. It's not about bragging; it's about presenting yourself with clarity, authority, and a winning mindset.

First impressions matter.  Avoid the passive voice and vague statements. Instead of saying, "I could potentially contribute," say, "I'm eager to leverage my marketing expertise to expand your customer base."  Action verbs like "leverage" and "expand" showcase your proactive approach.

Back up your claims with results. Don't just say you're a team player.  Tell a story!  "In my previous role, I collaborated with a diverse team to launch a new product that boosted sales by 20%." Specific examples paint a vivid picture of your accomplishments.

Speak directly to the interviewer. Phrases like "I think" weaken your message. Instead, take ownership of your ideas. Say, "We can implement a strategy that tackles your current challenges head-on." This conveys confidence and decisiveness.

Focus on the positive. When discussing past experiences, highlight your successes. Did you overcome a challenge? Learned a new skill quickly? Share those stories! They demonstrate your adaptability and willingness to learn.

Remember, the interview is a two-way street. Tailor your language to the company culture. Research their values and communication style. If they're data-driven, use metrics and numbers. A laid-back startup might appreciate a more enthusiastic and creative approach.

Finally, don't underestimate the power of body language. Maintain eye contact, project good posture, and speak with a clear, enthusiastic tone. It all adds up to a confident presence that will leave a lasting impression.

Showcase your skills and experience, but also assess if the company culture aligns with your own communication style.  Confident communication is a win-win, helping you land the job you deserve and find a work environment where you can thrive.

The Global Professional Podcast

Getting the Job: Confident Language During the Interview EP 32

In Kendrick Lamar's extremely popular song "Not Like Us", he refers to Drake as a ball boy.  What the heck does that mean?  Find out in this episode.

An Elephant In The English Room

Episode Three: Ball Boy

En este corto podcast de 15 minutos te cuento cuáles son las ventajas de ver peplículas y series y escuchar podcasts en español; y también te doy un "paso a paso" que FUNCIONA para que puedas realmente aprovechar tu tiempo cuando estas interactuando con este tipo de estímulo.

¡ES UNA GRAN IDEA VER PELÍCULAS Y SERIES EN ESPAÑOL, Y TAMBIÉN ESCUCHAR PODCASTS; pero es aún MEJOR SI SABES CÓMO APROVECHARLOS AL 100%!

Disfruta de aprender

¿Es buena idea escuchar podcasts y ver peliculas y series en español?

En este episodio hablo un poco sobre las tapas, los pinchos y los aperitivos en España / In this episode I talk a bit about "las tapas", " los pinchos" and appetizers in Spain (Find more information on minutopodcast.carrd.co)

Minuto Español

Tapas

Any y yo platicamos un poquito de cómo son en general las fiestas en Perú y México.

Mucho que decir

Las Fiestas Ft. Any (Perú)

This episode is the perfect companion for when you are reading chapter 5 of The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. This short podcast episode highlights some of the themes and vocabulary from this chapter and it also shares a fun quote.

Here is the vocabulary covered in this episode:

catastrophe (n.) – a disaster
timidly (adv.) – in a way that shows fear or shyness
inoffensively (adv.) – in a way that does not offend or bother others
infested (v.) – full of something harmful or unpleasant
tedious (adj.) – long and tiresome
reserve (n.) – shyness

Enjoy this episode and see you next time for Chapter 6! 🌟

Book Club: The Little Prince

Let's Explore The Little Prince: Chapter 5

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QDI8hDjFL_BZt4-Q9GSrmIr2EZsEdoQQ/view?usp=drivesdk