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Listen to me reading extracts from British media on everyday topics as part of my Conversational English course.

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Podcasts about life in the UK, British traditions and customs and more...

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shǎo xiǎo lí jiā lǎo dà huí ，
少小离家老大回，
xiāng yīn wú gǎi bìn máo shuāi 。
乡音无改鬓毛衰。
ér tóng xiàng jiàn bú xiàng shí ，
儿童相见不相识,
xiào wèn kè cóng hé chù lái 。
笑问客从何处来。

最美古诗词Chinese poetry

回乡偶书

Mention: Past experiences + Proven successes / Mention: Strengths + Abilities + give specific examples / Say: Who you are, what you do + any extra information that people might need to know / Don’t focus on tasks! Focus on results! / Highlight matters that relate to time, money, or people / Remember: Adjust your message according to your audience / Don’t talk about: Religion, politics, hobbies, or any other really personal information 

All Ways Business

Tell me about yourself

In dieser Episode von Vietnam: Fakten und persönliche Erfahrungen, spreche ich mehr über die schönsten Strandgebiete des Landes.

Vietnam: Fakten und persönliche Erfahrungen 

Episode 6: Die schönsten Strände in Vietnam

NEWS A2-B2
Transcript to read and study: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eBwQRVIhKx9Mt56IYKmAdyZFkmNSvhvZ/view?usp=sharing

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Lisa's Podcast

Google Maps Causes Bad Accident

In this captivating episode, we sit down with María de los Ángeles, a passionate student of Finance and International Business, to explore her thoughts on entrepreneurship and the corporate world.

From her personal journey in building a business mindset to her perspective on the qualities needed for successful entrepreneurship, María offers candid insights. She discusses why she prefers contributing to established companies over starting her own business, the challenges and risks of entrepreneurship, and the critical role of planning and resilience in achieving success.

María also reflects on gender dynamics in business, the traits she believes are essential for a leader, and how the business landscape in Colombia shapes opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs. Finally, she shares what makes her an ideal candidate for any company looking to grow and innovate.

Tune in for a deep dive into the evolving world of business through the lens of a young professional with big ideas and a clear vision!

Talk Time with Jhon!

La Visión Empresarial de una Futura Profesional: Retos y Perspectivas en el Mundo de los Negocios

In this one minute challenge you'll find some questions to answer to get your daily portion of speaking.

We all live a busy lifestyle but want to practice too, right?

Welcome the topic - Boring things.

Enjoy, share and apply!

One minute speaking challenge - Challenge yourself to speak English daily!

Boring things

In today's fast-paced and competitive job market, finding the right talent is essential for any organization's success. While evaluating a candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience is important, it is equally important for HR managers to evaluate cultural fit. 

Cultural fit is the degree to which a candidate's values, work style, and personality align with the culture and values of the organization.

HR managers evaluate cultural fit because it can have a significant impact on a candidate's job performance, job satisfaction, and overall success in the role. 

When a candidate fits in with the organization's culture, they are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and committed to their work. This can lead to better performance, increased productivity, and a positive impact on the organization's bottom line.

Cultural fit also promotes a positive work environment, where employees feel comfortable, supported, and valued. When employees share common values and work styles, they are more likely to collaborate effectively and work together towards common goals. 

This can create a sense of unity and team spirit, which can boost morale and lead to a more positive work culture.

In conclusion, evaluating cultural fit is an important part of the hiring process. HR managers must carefully evaluate a candidate's values, work style, and personality to determine whether they will fit in with the organization's culture. This can help to foster a positive work environment, increase employee engagement and productivity, and ultimately contribute to the organization's success.

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How do HR managers evaluate 'cultural fit'

EL GRITO DE CHARRO MEXICANO.

La música de mariachi, banda y norteña probablemente no serían lo mismo sin un grito en medio de una canción. El grito es una forma espontánea de expresar emoción y sentimiento, es una tradición "muy Mexicana".

"El grito es una expresión que sale naturalmente cuando más sientes la música"

"Es algo que se debe hacer cuando es una buena canción, como en la de 'Acá entre nos' [que interpreta Vicente Fernández]. Casi te hechas un grito cuatro veces".

Vicente Fernández, considerado un emblema de la música ranchera en el mundo, se "avienta un grito" en sus canciones que hablan de desamor y despecho como lo es "Volver, volver", entre otras.

"Cuando uno siente un grito es porque usualmente te identificas con algo que dice la canción, a veces es amor o desamor. A veces sólo lo haces porque es contagioso. Cuando yo me hecho un grito a mi me hace sentir orgulloso de ser mexicano, sale del alma".

"Es casi necesario incluir un grito en la música mexicana porque el grito también habla de la historia de México y nos hace únicos como mexicanos",  "A mi me gusta echar un grito por que me hace sentir más apasionado con la canción, sea cual sea, una de amor o un son como 'La negra'. Me hace sentir orgulloso de ser mexicano".

El Grito de Charro Mexicano es  algo natural, indica celebración, dolor, pérdida de un amor o simplemente una persona herida. Pero dentro de todo eso, un grito le pone más sentimiento a la música Mexicana.



