A collection of stories created by ESL students and a creative writer. 

Being a Cloud

conjuguemos y conjugamos 

Capítulo 6 HACER - TO DO

Today I will be discussing happiness. I will go over the definition of happiness, the benefits and the myths. I have always found this an interesting topic as happiness is a subjective feeling meaning that it is based on personal opinions and experiences rather than facts.

Matcha & Meditation

Happiness

Narrator: The challenge for modern-day employees is to​evolve as the world is rapidly changing around them. You may not change, but the skills required to do your job well. In the last decade, ​automation has already had an impact on the number of jobs, and there are fears that this isn’t going to slow. Learning new skills allow workers to stay​relevant and competitive, even in the face of changes in their industry. It doesn’t have to be vastly time-consuming. Something such as improving your​Word or Excel skills, or learning basic code, to make you more efficient is a start. Yet, investing in more up-to-date abilities is a good idea. A good starting point is job-specific skills, but personal skills are also worth looking into. For example, if you find it difficult to cope under pressure, you may want to look into ​self-management. Communication is another area worth considering. You may want to look at, not only how you express yourself, but also your ability to ​actively listen when others are talking and incorporate their feedback and ideas into what you do. With globalization, another ​fundamental skill these days is intercultural awareness. So, there are a variety of options for us to improve our working knowledge.

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Upskilling

Another simple dialogue between Charlotte and Pierre.

Charlotte rencontre Pierre

2 - Une boîte de chaussures

Il pavone si vanta sempre della bellezza delle sue piume; gli altri uccelli sono stufi del suo atteggiamento e allora la gru decide di umiliarlo un po'.

Vittorio per Voi

Il pavone e la gru

Podcast by italki American English teacher Carl.
Book a lesson with me: https://teach.italki.com/teacher/1947582 
Welcome back to another episode of Streetwise English. I'm your host, Carl. Today, I want to talk about how to take better photos with your cell phone, with your mobile phone. Now, it doesn't matter if you have an iPhone or an Android phone, like a Samsung or Google Pixel or whatever Android phone you have. These techniques will all apply and they will all help you take better photos.

So let's begin. Number one, make sure that you have enough storage on your phone so that you can take photos. Now, I know that I have this problem all the time. I don't have enough storage space and so then I don't take the photo because I don't want to take up space. So do yourself a favor and back your photos up to the cloud or back up to an external device and make sure you have enough space to take the photo in the first place.

Number two is to carry a portable battery charger. So if your phone doesn't have power, you can't take photos. So carry just a little USB charger with your phone. All right. We're almost ready to actually begin taking photos.  So here we go for the actual taking photos. Clean your lens. So your phone lens will get oils off of your finger.
And that will make the images less clear and more blurry. So clean your lens. It can be with a t- shirt or whatever, but always, always, always clean your lens before you take photos with your phone.


Number two, when you take a picture, choose the hero of your photo. So that doesn't even if it's just taking a picture of your food where you've had what you're having for dinner. Choose whatever is the most important item on the plate. And make that your hero. So if that's your steak or if it's a piece of asparagus, make that the center of attention for the video.
It doesn't have to be in the dead center, but it should be the main subject. And that's also with a person. Sorry text count limit















Streetwise English

SWE11 Take better pictures with your phone

Self-Discovery Through Guided Exploration:
A coach can ask insightful questions that challenge your assumptions and spark deeper reflection on your values, passions, and aspirations.
They can provide tools and exercises to help you identify your strengths, weaknesses, and motivations.

Clarifying Your Vision:
By facilitating open dialogue, a coach can help you articulate a clear vision for your ideal future and the impact you want to make.
They can guide you in translating broad aspirations into actionable goals.

Overcoming Obstacles:
A coach can offer support and encouragement as you navigate challenges and self-doubt that might arise during the self-discovery process.
They can help you identify limiting beliefs and develop strategies to overcome them.

Accountability and Momentum:
Regular coaching sessions provide a dedicated space to revisit your progress, refine your personal mission statement, and stay motivated throughout your journey.
Your coach can celebrate your victories and hold you accountable for achieving your goals.

Personalized Approach:
A coach can tailor the coaching process to your unique needs and learning style.
They can provide personalized feedback and guidance based on your specific goals and life experiences.

A clearly defined personal mission statement, honed with the help of a coach, can directly translate to increased earning potential. When you understand your core values and skills, you're better equipped to pursue career opportunities that align with your passions. This can lead to greater job satisfaction, higher engagement, and ultimately, a stronger case for promotions or salary increases. Additionally, a coach can help you develop the communication and negotiation skills necessary to confidently advocate for your worth in the job market. By investing in this self-discovery process, you're investing in your future earning potential. 

The Global Professional Podcast

Partnering with a Coach to Develop a Personal Mission Statement - Episode 90

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DdUdXmkmjUPYjy0TzX8g9GFFh83wI8cS/view?usp=drivesdk

(Apologies for the sudden ending)