As you can probably tell from the name (cringey, I know, might change it later), this podcast is aimed at beginners who want to acquire a natural way of speech in a fun and practical way.

I Speak Mandarin Now

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Lily's Chinese 对话

20240220罗曼罗兰致高尔基的信

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みんなは視力（しりょく）どれぐらいある？私は目が悪くて、コンタクトをつけてるんだけど、パソコンするときは目が乾燥（かんそう）しちゃうから、めがね使ってるんだよね。でも、ずっとパソコンしてるとほんと目がヤバくなってくるから、この前ブルーライトカットのめがねを買いに行ったの。

How good is your eyesight? I have bad eyesight, so I wear contacts, but when I use the computer, my eyes get dry, so I use glasses. But my eyes get really bad when I'm on the computer all the time, so the other day I went to buy a pair of blue light-cut glasses.

日本のめがねの値段（ねだん）はピンキリなんだけど、安いのは10000円くらいから買えるよ。有名なお店は「J!NS」とか「Zoff」とか「めがね市場」かなぁ。私は今までずっと「J!NS」で買ってたんだけど、かわいいフレームがあったから今回は「めがね市場」で買ったんだよね。

Prices for glasses in Japan vary widely, but you can buy inexpensive ones for as little as 10,000 yen. I think the most famous stores are "J!NS", "Zoff", and "Megane Ichiba". I used to buy my glasses at "J!NS", but this time I bought them at "Megane Ichiba" because they had cute frames.

レンズのオプションもいろいろあって、ブルーライトカットはもちろんなんだけど、スマホを見るとき目を楽にするレンズとか、抗菌（こうきん）レンズとかいろいろあってびっくりしちゃった。

I was surprised at the variety of lens options available, including blue-light-cut lenses, lenses that make it easier for me to look at my phone, and antibacterial lenses.

視力検査（けんさ）もめがね屋さんでするんだけど、右目も左目も「0.05」ずつしかなかったからショックだった…。あと、少し右目が乱視（らんし）って言われたから、レンズは特注（とくちゅう）になって1週間後に出来上がって取りに行ったよ。もし日本でめがねを作ることがあったら、時間に余裕をもってつくったほうがいいよ。

I also had my eyesight tested at the optometrist's, and I was shocked to see that it was only 0.05 vision each for my right and left eyes.... I was also told that I had a little astigmatism in my right eye, so the lenses were special ordered and I went to pick them up a week after they were made.If you have to get glasses made in Japan, you should make them well in advance.

ちなみに、この前、子供の視力が悪くなってるってテレビで言ってたんだよね。1.0未満の子どもは高校生で63％らしいよ。たしかに私も高校生のときからコンタクトしてるなぁって思った。いつかレーシックもしてみたい！

By the way, I heard on TV the other day that children's eyesight is getting worse: 63% of high school students have less than 1.0 vision. I have been wearing contacts since I was in high school. I'd like to have LASIK someday!

ガチ日本語 - Everyday Japanese -

Ep.3 めがねをつくる

Ten things you can do to master small talk in any language.

The English Toolbox

Small Talk

Here's a step-by-step guide to help you on your upskilling journey:

1. Self-Assessment
Identify Your Strengths: Pinpoint your existing skills and areas of expertise.
Recognize Skill Gaps: Determine which skills are lacking or need improvement.
Align with Career Goals: Ensure your upskilling efforts align with your long-term career aspirations.

2. Research Industry Trends
Stay Updated: Keep abreast of industry developments, emerging technologies, and market demands.
Identify Relevant Skills: Determine which skills are in high demand within your field.
Analyze Job Descriptions: Study job postings to understand required skills and qualifications.

3. Create a Learning Plan
Set Clear Goals: Define specific upskilling objectives and desired outcomes.
Choose Learning Methods: Select suitable learning methods, such as online courses, workshops, or certifications.
Allocate Time: Create a dedicated schedule for learning to ensure consistency.

4. Access Learning Resources
Online Platforms: Explore platforms like iTalki, Coursera, Udemy, and LinkedIn Learning for a vast array of courses.
Industry Associations: Leverage resources offered by professional organizations.
Mentorship and Networking: Seek guidance from experienced professionals.

5. Practice and Apply
Hands-On Experience: Apply newly acquired skills to real-world projects or challenges.
Build a Portfolio: Showcase your skills through a portfolio of completed work.
Seek Feedback: Request input from mentors or colleagues to identify areas for improvement.
6. Continuous Learning
Stay Curious: Maintain a thirst for knowledge and explore new subjects.
Adapt to Change: Embrace new technologies and industry trends.
Lifelong Learning: Make continuous learning a habit for sustained career growth.

Remember, upskilling is an ongoing process. By investing time and effort in your professional development, you increase your value to employers and enhance your job security.

The Global Professional Podcast

The Upskilling Process for Job Security - Episode 104

In this episode, I teach you 5 common phrasal verbs using the word "Put" so you can sound like a native speaker! 

✔️ Put into 
✔️ Put aside 
✔️ Put forward
✔️ Put back
✔️ Put off

👉 Book a class with me: https://italki.com/teacher/8476284

Stairway to English: Short easy to understand episodes to improve your English grammar and fluency

How much effort do you put into your studies?! 5 Phrasal Verbs Using the Word "Put"

Facciamo un salto nella seconda metà del diciannovesimo secolo! In questo episodio descrivo il dipinto "Colazione in giardino" di Giuseppe De Nittis. Cercatene l'immagine su internet e fate un buon ascolto!

Due parole d'arte in italiano

Giuseppe De Nittis - Colazione in giardino

İngilizçe - selamlar

Geçmiş zaman -1. parçası

IELTS Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 3 - The Internet and It's Impact. Question 4.

Q. Should companies check job applicants’ online profiles? Why/ Why not?

Linking words:

Firstly, secondly, however, in addition, finally.

Relevant vocabulary:

Get a better understanding, of the prospective, applicants’ lifestyles, behaviour, pattern, decisions, based, solely, special occasion.

Let me know how you'll put this together and what kind of assistance you are hungry for when it comes to IELTS speaking.

See you in my one-on-one tomorrow!

