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Company culture matters. A common reason people are motivated to switch jobs is a desire for a different company culture. When employees fit into the culture of a company, they not only feel more comfortable, like they are at their home away from home, but they are happier, more engaged, and more productive. 

In this episode, I walk you through questions to identify the type of culture you want in a company. You'll hear some of the most memorable and shocking answers I've heard from clients as we've talked about company culture. Then, I share steps that you can take to find companies with attractive cultures. Finally, I share what to do during a job interview to detect the culture of the company. You'll learn what to look for and questions to ask your interviewers. The episode concludes with definitions for nine idioms and phrases for English language learners.

Episode originally published on April 24, 2020.
Transcript available at https://www.express-to-impress.com/culture-of-a-company/. 
Infographics from this episode are at https://www.pinterest.com/ExpresstoImpress/. 

Express to Impress

How to Uncover the Culture of a Company

Tune in this week to learn about the following common English phrases and idioms: On the Same Page, Draw Out, Nothing Could Be Further From the Truth, Drag (Someone) Down, and Within (Someones) Grasp.

This episode is part two of “Want an American English Accent? Allyson Plumberg Debunks Accent Myths.”  You'll also get some homework at the end so you can continue to improve your English communication skills.

If you want my tips on preparing for a job interview, I invite you to visit my website for my free five-step job interview preparation checklist. This checklist has already helped thousands of people worldwide perform well in interviews and get jobs they love. To sign up, visit my website at express-to-impress.com.

This podcast is listener-supported. So if you get a new job or a raise in part because of something you learned on the podcast, I invite you to make a donation to keep the podcast on the air. 100% of any amount you give will go to production expenses. 

Episode originally published on March 12, 2021.

Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

Read the transcript at https://www.express-to-impress.com/common-english-phrases/.

Join the Express to Impress community on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/express-to-impress/.

See infographics for this episode on Pinterest at https://www.pinterest.com/ExpresstoImpress/_created/.


Common English Phrases

Formule secrète, élixir de longue vie, star de la pop culture, on ne présente plus la Chartreuse. Et pourtant… qui serait capable d’évoquer son origine ? Son lieu de production ? Aujourd’hui, dans Douce France, on vous dévoile tous les secrets de cette boisson iconique !


Douce France

Un verre de Chartreuse ? 

Many leaders struggle to strike the balance between friendliness and firmness. One client, let's call her Sarah, excelled in collaboration but found her team didn't take her directives seriously. Her challenge? Assertive communication.

Over 12 weeks, we embarked on a journey to transform Sarah's communication style. Our bi-weekly coaching sessions (Mondays for planning, Fridays for review) provided structure and accountability. Here's how we achieved results:

Unveiling the Power of "I" Statements:  Instead of accusatory "you" statements ("You always miss deadlines!"), we practiced "I" statements ("I feel frustrated when deadlines are missed"). This shifted the focus to the impact on Sarah and the team, fostering collaboration.

Body Language Bootcamp:  Nonverbal cues speak volumes. We practiced confident posture, strong eye contact, and clear gestures. Standing tall while giving instructions and mirroring team members' positive body language fostered a sense of mutual respect.

The Art of the Pause:  Sarah often rushed through instructions, leaving room for confusion. We mastered the power of the pause. Strategic pauses after key points allowed information to sink in and empowered team members to ask clarifying questions.

Innovation in Role-Playing:  Traditional role-playing can feel awkward. We gamified the process, creating scenarios based on Sarah's real-life situations. This playful approach allowed Sarah to experiment with assertive language in a safe space, boosting her confidence.

Celebrating Small Wins:  Progress wasn't always linear. We celebrated even minor victories, like delivering a firm but respectful instruction. Acknowledging her achievements fueled Sarah's motivation and helped her stay on track.

The Result? Measurable Change: Within three months, Sarah's communication transformed. Team meetings became more focused, deadlines were met consistently, and her leadership presence flourished.



The Global Professional Podcast

How I Coached a Leader to Master Assertive Communication - Episode 65 

I will tell a short story about a job I had in customer service in an European country. 

Remember that I teach Spanish on italki, you can book a class for more information you can look at it on my profile :)

Colombia

Choques culturales

Una breve storia dei tortellini per conoscere questo incredibile piatto italiano! 

Italiano espresso

Storia dei tortellini

听众朋友你们好，欢迎来到茶时话中文，我是Penny。这是一个纯中文话题节目，我来和你用中文聊聊生活中有意思的话题，同时学习一些汉语词汇。让我们一边喝茶一边聊起来吧。

不知道大家是否了解，在中国，这个冬天，热带的海南三亚遇到了一个强劲的竞争对手，那就是东北的哈尔滨。

哈尔滨宏大壮丽的冰雪节，吸引了全国各地的游客争相前往游玩。这其中，南方的朋友们被亲切地称呼为“南方小土豆”。他们穿羽绒服的可爱样子，在大家眼中就像是胖乎乎的“小土豆”，在哈尔滨受到了极其热情的欢迎。

哈尔滨人的热情，让游客们赞不绝口，火遍了中国的互联网。没有见过雪的“南方小土豆”们满足了心愿，哈尔滨人的盛情款待，也使得哈尔滨的城市形象大大提高了。

媒体说，这真是一场双向奔赴，互相成就呀。

好了，希望你喜欢今天的内容，这里是茶时话中文，我是Penny，我们下次见。


了解liǎo jiě know; understand
强劲 qiáng jìng strong
竞争 jìng zhēng compete
对手 duì shǒu opponent
宏大 hóng dà grand
壮丽 zhuàng lì magnificent
争相 zhēng xiāng scramble to/for
称呼 chēng hū appellation
羽绒服 yǔ róng fú down jacket
赞不绝口 zàn bù jué kǒu full of praise
满足 mǎn zú satisfy
心愿 xīn yuàn wish
盛情款待 shèng qíng kuǎn dài treat sb with the utmost cordiality
双向奔赴 shuāng xiàng bēn fù go both ways

茶时话中文 Tea Time Chinese

茶时话中文 - 南方小土豆的冰雪之旅

马上要过节了，大家是不是要开始吃吃吃了？吃完以后，一起健身起来吧！
