You will like my state, California. You are already influenced by it :)

English for IT Pros

California Business Culture Part Two

Did you know that we can use 'Not + a Superlative' to convey the opposite. In this episode, we discuss this commonly used expression in English.

Listen to the episode and analyse the following examples:
That's not the most efficient way to do it.
That's not the most original idea.
That's not the worst movie I've ever seen.

Don't forget to make your own examples and post them in the Comments Section to grasp this concept fully.

All Things English

Confusing Structures in the English Language - Superlatives

こんにちは、あかりです。今日(きょう)から数回(すうかい)、おすすめの日本のバンドについて話(はな)します！

Usage of Slow Japanese:
STEP 1. Listen to the episode without seeing scripts.
STEP 2. Go to mochifika.com/podcast/ and check "Key vocabularies of this episode", and listen again to the episode while seeing the list.
STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in your understanding.

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✅Japanese Lesson with Akari
https://italki.com/teacher/2940427

Slow Japanese

Episode #43 - My favorite Japanese band 1

Elena, a data analyst on my business communication coaching roster, booked a session with a clear goal: secure a promotion to Senior Analyst. She possessed the technical skills, but her communication style lacked the persuasion needed to advocate for herself.

We started with the fundamentals.  
Step 1: 
Understanding the Audience. We analyzed the promotion criteria and researched the decision-makers. We discovered a focus on cost reduction and project efficiency.

Step 2: Framing the Value Proposition.  
Elena's technical skills were a given, but we needed to translate them into business impact.  We crafted a narrative highlighting how her data analysis led to a 15% reduction in marketing campaign overspend.

Step 3: Building Credibility.  
Facts and figures are powerful, but data presented in a vacuum loses impact.  We focused on data visualization, creating clear charts that showcased trends and connections.

Step 4: Delivery with Confidence.  
Technical expertise needs confident communication. We practiced her presentation, emphasizing vocal variety, strong eye contact, and body language that conveyed authority.

Step 5: The Anticipation Factor. 
We anticipated potential objections. What if they questioned her ability to manage a team?  We prepared responses that showcased her leadership potential through examples of mentoring junior colleagues.

The final coaching session was a mock interview. Elena, armed with her persuasive narrative and confident delivery, impressed. A week later, she excitedly reported landing the promotion.  Elena's success story is a testament to the power of combining technical expertise with effective communication.

The Global Professional Podcast

Want more MONEY? Use Persuasion -  Episode 97

Poema de Federico García-Lorca del Romancero Gitano

POEMAS DE FEDERICO GARCÍA-LORCA

BURLA DE DON PEDRO

Let's see what  "   I'll get back to you  "  means  : 

It means  : 

I  need time  to think about something before responding 

we use it when we need some time  to think about something  / a decision  before answering or responding 

English for Work with James

Episode 6 :  I'll get back to you !!!

Jag är på resande fot i Sydney och pratar om att vara trött, att inte ha energi om att inte gilla storstäder och jag kommer också in på existentiella tankar och funderingar. 

Tankar på svenska

Tankar på svenska : existentiell energilöshet

Do you tell the truth or lie in the IELTS test?

What if you are stuck when expressing yourself, when you lack of ideas, what do you do???

What if you don't have any content to share the moment you are asked a question on an IELTS test?

How do you feel about 'telling a lie' when this is the only solution on a test?

I found my Chinese students have a moral issue when I help them overcome 'being stuck' when speaking a question.

It's vital to be honest and tell the truth. We all know this, but the IELTS speaking test goal is slightly different.

Listen to the podcast and find out how you can overcome 'lack of ideas' when expressing yourself or when you can't tell stories.

You can simply imagine them.

You'll have more clarity on the recording.

Enjoy it and join my classes to prepare for your next IELTS speaking test, job interview preparation, or to prepare your business English and communication skills.

See you in my classes now.

IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

Do you tell a truth or lie in the IELTS test?

・青森県の方言についての紹介
・あずましい、いずい、おばんです、かっちゃましい、きかない、けっぱれ、こわい、しゃっこい、たんぱら、なしての方言とその意味について
・一部の使い方の例
・「こわい」は「怖い」じゃない
・まとめ
みなさんのお気に入りの青森県の方言はどれでしたか？(^○^)　これからも東北の方言の使い方をどんどんご紹介していきます！！