Conversations for learners at HSK 1 level.

HSK 1 Conversations

Let's meet Paola, the main character in our story!

Un viaggio pieno di sorprese! 

Capitolo 1: Paola

In this Podcast I am reading the introduction and one page of my book Pensieri Felici. One of my four books that I published on 2021.
In this book you can listen Italian, gain vocabulary, pronunciation and who knows maybe you even get inspired by this book.

I Podcast Secondo San Luca

I podcast secondo San Luca - Lettura del libro Pensieri Felici di Luca Facchini - Luca Facchini

Learn about the people and the businesses that thrived during the pandemic.

New English US

Business English: Pandemic Millionaires (upper-intermediate)

Negotiation and Change Management: Navigating the Corporate Seas

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the ability to negotiate and manage change is akin to navigating treacherous seas. Successful captains of industry understand that these skills are not just necessary; they are the rudder that steers the corporate ship through both calm and stormy waters.

The Art of Negotiation

Negotiation is the subtle art of reaching an agreement that benefits all parties involved. It’s a dance of communication, where each step is carefully calculated to achieve a harmonious outcome. For managers, negotiation skills are indispensable. They are the tools that help forge strong stakeholder relationships, drive business objectives, and resolve conflicts that could otherwise fester into costly disputes.

Change Management: The Compass of Progress

Change management, on the other hand, is the compass that guides a company towards progress. It involves preparing, supporting, and helping individuals, teams, and organizations in making organizational change. Leaders who excel in change management not only anticipate the shifts in their industry but also create the strategies that will enable their teams to adapt swiftly and efficiently.

Combining Forces for Success

When negotiation and change management converge, they create a powerful synergy. Negotiation skills allow managers to involve key stakeholders in the change process, increasing buy-in and reducing resistance. Meanwhile, change management provides the framework for implementing the negotiated agreements, ensuring that the change is not just accepted but embraced.


As we sail into the future, the waters of business will only get more challenging. But with robust negotiation and change management skills, managers can not only weather the storms but also harness the winds of change to propel their organizations to new heights. It’s time to set sail and navigate the corporate seas with confidence and skill.


The Global Professional Podcast

Episode 53

The Money & Madness of Mr. Beast: Business lessons from the best in their field

FLO TALKS 

今日は日本の梅雨（つゆ）についてお話します。
Today, I'm talking about Tsuyu-rainy season.

『梅雨』
私が住んでいる近畿地方(きんきちほう）も　6月14日ごろに梅雨入り（つゆいり）したと発表（はっぴょう）されました。
4月に桜（さくら）の花が咲（さ）いてから、しばらくは　さわやかなお天気（てんき）が続（つづ）いていましたが、とうとう　雨の季節（きせつ）です。
週間天気予報（しゅうかんてんきよほう）を見ると、かさのマークやくものマークが　太陽（たいよう）のマークよりおおいです。
湿度（しつど）も急に（きゅうに）高くなりました。　７０％から９０％もあります。
すわってパソコンを　さわっているだけなのに、じわっと汗（あせ）をかくほどです。
このように、梅雨というと　じめじめ、ムシムシして　うっとおしいイメージがあります。

でも、そんないやな感じ（かんじ）だけではありません。
町のあちこちに　白や青、こいピンクのアジサイの花が咲いています。花びらのように見える４まいのがくが、たくさんあつまって大きなボールのような形（かたち）をしています。とても色あざやかで、きれいです。

灰色（はいいろ）をした雨雲（あまぐも）に　太陽の光（ひかり）はさえぎられていますが、アジサイが太陽のかわりに　町の雰囲気（ふんいき）を明るくしてくれています。
お気に入りの長靴（ながぐつ）をはいて歩（ある）けば、水たまりもへっちゃらです。
かさを打（う）つ雨の音（おと）もなんだか楽しく聞こえます。

例年（れいねん）より1週間ほど　おそくはじまった今年の梅雨。
いつ開（あ）けるかはまだわかりませんが、梅雨が明ければ、夏の始（はじ）まりです。
暑（あつ）いのはあまりすきじゃないけれど、季節（きせつ）の移り変わり（うつりかわり）を楽しめることは素敵（すてき）なことですね。


やさしい日本語（にほんご）

梅雨（つゆ）rainy season

IELTS Speaking Preparation. Part 1 - Holidays (Band 8/9 answers).

Q. 1. What do you do when you have a holiday?
Q. 2. Whom do you usually spend your holidays with?
Q. 3. Why are holidays and important to you?
Q. 4. What do people usually do during the holidays in your town/village?

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IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

IELTS Speaking Preparation. Part 1 - Holidays (Band 8/9 answers).

A short biography of the popular Star Trek actress.