It's the world's most famous book on military strategy. Learn about its fascinating history, about the lessons in the book, and discover how you can apply some ideas from this 2,500-year-old book to your English learning.

English Learning for Curious Minds

The Art of War

¿Estás hasta las narices de algo? ¿Estás hasta las narices de tu compañero o compañera de trabajo? Esto pasa a veces ...

Expresiones en español

Estar hasta las narices

AN NOU TANDE

Tanpri Malis_Pati IV

Learn Japanese with Kazumi

山に行きました


Acing a job interview goes beyond showcasing your skills and experience. It's about persuasion – convincing the interviewer you're the perfect fit. Here are three key techniques to transform your interview from good to great:

1. The Power of Storytelling: Facts and figures are important, but stories resonate. Weave a compelling narrative about a time you faced a challenge in a previous role.  Describe your thought process, actions taken, and the positive outcome. This not only highlights your skills but also demonstrates your problem-solving abilities and impact.

2. The "Why" Factor:  Don't just explain what you can do; connect it to the company's mission. Research the company's values and goals. During your interview, explain why their vision aligns with your own aspirations. This showcases your genuine interest and how you'd contribute to their success.

3. Anticipation is Key:  Prepare for their questions, but also anticipate potential objections about your experience or qualifications.  For example, if you lack direct experience in a specific area, highlight transferable skills or relevant coursework.  Have data or references ready to back up your claims, demonstrating your initiative and preparedness.

By mastering these techniques, you'll move from simply answering questions to shaping the narrative of the interview. You'll showcase your passion, problem-solving skills, and alignment with the company, ultimately persuading them that you're the ideal candidate for the job. Remember, a successful interview is a two-way street. Let your enthusiasm and persuasive communication shine through, and you'll be well on your way to landing your dream job.

The Global Professional Podcast

3 Persuasive Techniques to Win in a Job Interview - Episode 99

Septiembre normalmente es el mes relacionado con el fin del verano y la vuelta al cole, a las clases. Por eso aprovechando este mes en el podcast de hoy voy a hablar del sistema educativo en España. 

Blanca to go 

El sistema educativo español 

"فن اللامبالاة" هو أسلوبُ حَيَاةٍ يُشجع على التركيز على الأمور المهمة حقًا في الحياة وتجاهل التفاصيل التي لا تُضيف قيمة حقيقية.
يسعى هذا الفن إلى التخلص من القلق والتوتر الناجمين عن محاولة إرضاء الجميع أو السعي نحو الكمال.
يعتمد فن اللامبالاة على فكرة تقبل الحياة بما فيها من تحديات وصعوبات والتركيز على ما يمكن تغييره وتحسينه.
يعتبر هذا الفن وسيلة لتعزيز الصحة النفسية من خلال تقليل الضغوطات الاجتماعية والشخصية.
يشجع على فهم أن السعادة والرضا يأتيان من الداخل وليس من المحاولات المستمرة لتحقيق توقعات الآخرين.
يُسَاهِمُ في بناء شخصية قوية ومستقلة وقادرة على اتخاذ قرارات صائبة بناءً على القيم والأولويات الفردية.

The Art of not caring" is a lifestyle that encourages focus on the important things in life and ignoring the details that do not add real value.
This art helps you get rid of anxiety and stress caused by trying to satisfy people or seeking towards perfection.
The Art of not caring relies on the idea that you accept life with all its challenges and difficulties and focus on the things that can be changed and improved.
This art is considered a means to strengthen mental health by reducing social and personal stresses.
It also encourages the understanding that happiness and satisfaction come from within and not from constantly trying to meet other people's expectations.
It contributes to building a strong, independent personality capable of making sound decisions.

MSA / الفُصْحَى

فن اللامبالاة / the art of not caring ✋

ROBERT GREENE & THE 48 LAWS OF POWER: How to transform yourself

FLO TALKS 

Today's word is scan. This is a verb that means to quickly read or look at something, usually to find a specific piece of information. Maybe you're scanning a form to find the date that it was written or scanning a page from a book to find out where the story takes place.  