A party atmosphere as people celebrate Ireland's National Day. 
Transcript:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z2SljV73hkBiKhZpO9c6n7wsG5AjUlZM/view?usp=drivesdk

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

More Irish Celebrations (with transcript)

En este episodio quiero explicar por qué hablamos tan diferente en cada país de Latinoamérica? Cómo un sólo idioma puede variar tanto? Bueno, hay motivos socio-antropológicos e históricos que explican este fenómeno. 
I want to explain why we speak so differently in each Latin American country. How can a single language vary so much? Well, there are socio-anthropological and historical reasons that explain this phenomenon.

*La mayoría del podcast está en español, con unas pequeñas aclaraciones cruciales en inglés. 
The majority of the podcast is in Spanish, with a few crucial clarifications in English.*

Perdónenme si me equivoco un poco al hablar, es que a veces hablo muy rápido. Si estoy hablando muy rápido, diganmelo en un mensaje.
Sorry if my English is not perfect. I did my best to give you the essential information.

Música de Intro: Ñasaindy Syry (idioma guaraní). Manantial Lunar (en español)
Pueden oirla aquí https://youtu.be/ipODqykklYU 
You can hear the intro music in the link above. It's beautiful, from a tourist spot. 

If you want to learn more Spanish language and regionalism, especially the Paraguayan one, schedule a trial class and let's talk! 

Rohayhudcast! Paraguayan spanish!

Episodio 1: Por qué los latinos hablan el español tan diferente entre sí? Why do Latin people speak so differently?

this podcast will tell you the last three types of homophones  in Chinese, which is humorous homophones, homophones of people and place names and homophones  as a memory aid. I think as a non-native Chinese speaker, you suppose to know something of Chinese culture as well as language to be able to fully appreciate and understand the nuances  implicit in the use of homophones.

Learning Chinese culture with Miss Zhang

Homophones 3

CHISTES MEXICANOS

MALOS PENSAMIENTOS.

初回は私が日本語を教えている理由を少しだけお話ししています。全部聞き取れましたか？
Scriptはこちらから↓
https://note.com/mizuhojapa

日本語でおしゃべり　podcast for Japanese learners

＃1 初めまして

In this podcast, we will be talking about connectives and why they are important in improving your speaking skills 

Connectives as the oil to a good speech 

Connectives and their importance 

聊中西文化，也聊很多东西！
第十一期，抱歉更新迟了，但是迟到好过不到呀。这期我们来聊聊你觉得动力重要吗？如果没有动力学习和工作，你会做什么？

聊聊东西 - Talk to Me in Chinese

011. 我又没有动力学习和工作了 I have no motivation to study and work again - ttmiChinese



SMART Goals for Active Listening:

Specific: Don't just aim to "listen better."  Define the context.  For example, "During contract negotiations with [client name], I will actively listen to identify their key concerns."

Measurable:  How will you track your progress?  "I will summarize key concerns after each discussion point and ask clarifying questions to ensure 80% accuracy in reflecting their needs."

Attainable: Be realistic.  Start by focusing on one aspect of active listening. Gradually incorporate more techniques as you progress.

Relevant: Ensure your goals align with the negotiation's objectives. "By actively listening, I aim to build trust, uncover potential areas of compromise, and reach a win-win agreement."

Time-bound:  Set a timeframe for achieving your goal.  "I will implement these active listening strategies throughout the negotiation process, which is expected to last for [duration]."

Active Listening Techniques for SMART Goals:

Nonverbal Cues: "I will maintain eye contact, avoid crossed arms, and nod to show understanding." (Measurable through self-awareness)
Clarifying Questions: "I will ask open-ended questions like 'Can you elaborate on that?' to ensure comprehension." (Measurable by tracking the number of questions asked)
Summarizing: "After each discussion point, I will summarize key concerns to confirm understanding and identify potential areas of agreement." (Measurable by accuracy of summaries)

Benefits of SMART Active Listening Goals:

Reduced Misunderstandings: Clear communication allows you to address the other party's true concerns, leading to smoother negotiations.
Building Trust: Active listening shows respect and genuine interest in finding common ground.
Identifying Opportunities: By truly understanding the other party's needs, you can uncover potential compromises or alternative solutions.
Increased Confidence: A clear understanding of the situation empowers you to negotiate effectively.

