Listen to the ancient Egyptian legend of Osiris.

Vocabulary:
anthropoid- shaped like a human
Osiris- god of the underworld
Isis- ancient Egyptian goddess
Horus

Learn English with Stories

The Legend of Osiris 

Te cuento desde el punto de vista de examinadora del DELE C1. 

DELE exam (B2-C1)

Mi experiencia como examinadora del DELE C1 en mayo 2023

La tendenza a procrastinare ce l'hanno tutti, dai ragazzi che vanno alle superiori agli adulti che lavorano come impiegati, elettricisti o artisti. Come fare per combattere la voglia di dire "Lo farò domani..." ed essere più produttivi? Oggi parleremo proprio di questo! Condividerò con voi i miei "trucchi" e i consigli dati da altri utenti del web!

Subtitled Italian

Season 01 / Episode 10 - Fighting procrastination (part 1)

Forget bullet points and dry statistics. Capturing attention and sparking action requires a different approach: storytelling.  Effective communication transforms you from an information provider into a captivating storyteller, weaving a narrative that resonates with your audience.

Why Stories?

Humans are wired for stories. They tap into emotions, create a sense of connection, and make information more memorable.  A well-crafted story in a business presentation can:

Illustrate complex concepts: Imagine explaining a new marketing strategy. By weaving a story about a customer's journey, you make the strategy relatable and engaging.
Highlight challenges and solutions: Business is full of obstacles. Share a story about overcoming a past hurdle, showcasing your problem-solving expertise.
Inspire and motivate: The most powerful stories evoke emotions and ignite action. Use a story of a customer's success to inspire others to do the same.

Identify the Hero: Every story needs a hero. In a business context, the hero could be your customer, your team, or even your company itself.
Define the Obstacle: What challenges does the hero face? This could be a market disruption, a competitor's strategy, or an internal obstacle to overcome.
Showcase the Journey: How does the hero overcome the obstacles? This is where you highlight your product, service, or strategy in action.
Deliver a Satisfying Resolution: What is the positive outcome of the story? Did the hero achieve their goal? Leave your audience with a sense of accomplishment and hope.
Storytelling in Action:

Imagine pitching your innovative new software to potential investors. Instead of a dry presentation full of technical jargon, weave a story about a struggling small business frustrated with outdated software.  Highlight how your product transformed their operations, leading to increased efficiency and growth.  This narrative approach connects on an emotional level, making your pitch more memorable and impactful.



The Global Professional Podcast

Storytelling in Business Communication  EP 28

Spanish México

BARRIOS DE LA CIUDAD DE MÉXICO.

东汉时有一个少年名叫陈蕃，自命不凡，一心只想干大事，自己住的屋子又乱又脏，却从来不收拾。他父亲的朋友薛勤见状批评他："你怎么不打扫一下房间，客人来了看到这么脏乱多不好啊” 陈蕃回答："我是做大事的人，怎么能做这个呢?“薛勤当即反问："你连一间屋子都收拾不好，你能做出什么大事呢?"陈蕃顿时不知道如何回答了。

Vivi甜讲中国故事

传统小故事--陈蕃立志（一屋不扫，何以扫天下）

Esta semana continuaremos con nuevos episodios donde podrás aprender el uso de las palabras: FINALMENTE, AL FINAL, POR FIN, AL FINAL DE, EN FIN, AL FIN, A FINALES DE y A LA FINAL, que tienen un uso muy particular. 

Empecemos con las palabras  " POR FIN, AL FIN "


ASI HABLAMOS  ESPAÑOL CON MARISENY

Uso de las palabras " POR FIN, AL FIN "

Hej, z tej strony Anka, a to jest kolejny odcinek podcastu Polish is fun. Dzisiaj opowiem wam o Tomku i Anecie. Podcast ten pomoże wam utrwalić słownictwo z pierwszych siedmiu rozdziałów książki Polski krok po kroku.
Dobrze, zaczynamy. 
Kim jest Tomek?
Tomek ma 29 lat i jest lekarzem. Pracuje w szpitalu w centrum Warszawy. ....


W kolejnym odcinku dowiecie się co Tomek i Aneta  jedzą  na kolację i do której restauracji lubią chodzić w Warszawie.
Proszę napiszcie do mnie jeśli chcecie transkrypcję i ćwiczenia do tego podcastu. Dziękuję za uwagę i do usłyszenia!
SŁOWNICTWO:
w szpitalu - in a hospital
szpital - hospital
biegać - to run
pediatra - pediatrician
ona jest zajęta - she is busy
ona ma czas - she has free time
ona idzie do apteki - she goes to the pharmacy
ciasto - a cake
pyszna - tasty 




Polish is fun with Anka

Tomek i Aneta część 1

Хајде да видимо шта купују Срби на пијаци! / Hajde da vidimo šta kupuju Srbi na pijaci! After listening to this short dialogue try to answer these questions in the comments below:
1. Колико кошта парадајз? / Koliko košta paradajz?
2. Колико јабука жели муштрија? / Koliko jabuka želi mušterija?
3. Да ли су јабуке скупе? / Da li su jabuke skupe?
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje!
