Learn to speak about yourself using the verb to be (ser). I cover "I am" phrases in the context of personal descriptions (nationality, job, etc.) to build on what you've already learned.

Super Basic Spanish

Clase 2: ¿De dónde eres? (Where are you from?)

This is the third episode of a podcast about the childhood in Lebanon of a Lebanese woman.

Discovering the Francophones of Lebanon 

🎙️Chirine : Mon adolescence à Hazmieh 🎙️

В этом подкасте я даю лексику, которая необходима, чтобы говорить об отдыхе.

Привет, это Наташа!

Эпизод 39. Говорим об отдыхе.

Clara, a brilliant data analyst with a mind for numbers, walked into my office looking like a storm cloud. Networking events were her kryptonite. "I freeze up," she confessed, "Small talk? Forget it! I just stand there awkwardly, feeling like a total outsider."

Clara's shyness was hindering her career. Her analytical skills were top-notch, but promotions often went to colleagues who could "schmooze" with decision-makers. I knew I could help.

Our first step was reframing networking. Instead of a dreaded chore, we saw it as an opportunity to connect with people who shared her passion for data. We practiced "elevator pitches" - concise introductions highlighting her expertise. We focused on open-ended questions, like "What's the biggest data challenge you're facing?" to spark engaging conversations.

Next, we tackled the "shy freeze." Role-playing helped Clara practice making eye contact, smiling warmly, and using active listening techniques like nodding and acknowledging what the other person said. We even practiced "exit strategies" - polite ways to excuse herself from a conversation when she felt overwhelmed.

The turning point came when I suggested Clara volunteer at a data analysis conference.  She'd be interacting with people who shared her interests, but in a less intimidating setting.  It worked! Clara's passion for data analysis shone through, and she ended up having stimulating conversations with attendees.

The next networking event was a different story. Armed with her practiced pitch and newfound confidence, Clara actively approached people, discussed data trends, and even shared a few insights herself. She even left with a business card from a potential mentor!

Today, Clara is a networking pro.  She still gets nervous, but she no longer lets shyness hold her back.  Clara's story proves that anyone can become a confident networker with the right tools and a supportive coach.

The Global Professional Podcast

How to overcome shyness with a coach - Episode 76

在本集Chillchat全中文播客里，Karen分享了她和三只猫相遇的故事。你会学到和动物领养，救助相关的表达。

Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

(全中文) 我和我的猫相遇的故事 How I Met My Cats

Thank you for listening to my podcast and if you could guess that right, then congratulation!

Super Casual Japanese with Teppei

How to say "Thank you" in casual Japanese

Сегодня у нас в программе очень интересная книга в жанре путешествия от Ильфа и Петрова - “Одноэтажная Америка”. Посмотрим, какие у них были впечатления от того, как они впервые попробовали.. Впрочим, скоро вы всё узнаете сами!

Как всегда, читаю отрывок дважды. В первый раз медленно, по несколько слов, но обязательно ставьте эпизод на паузу, чтобы всё успеть. Второй раз читаю быстрее, чтобы вы проверили, всё ли правильно записали. Знаки препинания я буду называть, их будет несколько: точка (.), запятая (,), тире (-). двоеточие (:) и восклицательный знак(!).

Отправьте мне сообщение со словами “тринадцатый диктант готов” и я пришлю вам текст для проверки. Пишите грамотно, говорите свободно! Хорошего дня, друзья!

Writing Russian

Отрывок из книги Ильфа и Петрова “Одноэтажная Америка” (диктант)

Learn finally to tell these two consonants apart.

English for IT Pros

V and W Pronunciation in English

日本で人気があるお菓子「きのこの山」について話しました🍄‍🟫💗日本に来たらぜひ食べてみてください！