Konnichiwa! Welcome to Slow Japanese! What season is it now in your town? This time, we'll listen about the seasons in Hokkaido, north of Japan.

Usage of Slow Japanese:
STEP 1. Listen to the episode without seeing scripts.
STEP 2. Go to mochifika.com/podcast/ and check "Key vocabularies of this episode", listen again to the episode while seeing the list.
STEP 3. Check the whole script, it'll fill the gap in your understanding.

Scripts and key vocabularies of this episode are here:
https://mochifika.com/podcast-script/slow-japanese-episode-12-seasons/

Slow Japanese

Episode #12 - The seasons in Hokkaido

Sisu. Pieni sana kuvaa suomalaista luonnetta. Mitä sisu tarkoittaa? Sitä ei voi kääntää englanniksi. Tässä jaksossa puhun sisusta, sisukkuudesta ja mitä se merkitsee suomalaisille. Tervetuloa kuuntelemaan tätä jaksoa sisulla ja sydämellä!

Easy suomi Anna-Marian kanssa

Easy suomi: 8.jakso Sisu

In questo breve racconto, parlerò della mia città natale, Civitanova Marche, che si trova nelle Marche e si affaccia sul mare Adriatico. Il livello consigliato per questo podcast è B2-C2.

Italiano Chiaro

Civitanova Marche

Desde que despertamos y miramos el teléfono hasta que apagamos la luz por la noche, estamos rodeados de notificaciones, publicaciones y mensajes. Pero ¿alguna vez te has preguntado hasta qué punto inciden las redes sociales en tu vida? ¿Qué tan dependiente eres de ellas? ¿Cómo te afectan realmente en el día a día? 

Español con todo 

Las redes sociales ¿Cómo inciden en nuestra vida?

日本(にほん)のお金(かね)が変(か)わる！
Japanese money is changing!
일본돈이 바뀐대


NANAのにほんごpodcast 

【Japanese Podcast#24】日本(にほん)のお金(かね)が変(か)わる！｜Japanese money is changing!

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
〈#159〉2月10日金曜日　天気/くもり　気温/-7℃ 

函館市/はこだてし
函館大学/はこだてだいがく
長栄大学/ちょうえいだいがく
・函館大学の学生と台湾の大学生が交流を深めた
・一緒に台湾料理を作った
・日本語で交流
・台湾の大学生が台湾の調味料について説明した


［単語］
交流/こうりゅう…違う考えの人や文化の人がいっしょに話しをすること
深める/ふかめる…強くする
調味料/ちょうみりょう…砂糖や塩、しょう油


レッスン待ってます♪

北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#159〉函館と台湾の大学生が交流

As a change manager, you’ll be the architect of adaptation, guiding companies through the ebbs and flows of the business tide. 

Education: Your first step is a bachelor’s degree in business, psychology, or a related field. This foundational education equips you with the necessary knowledge of organizational behavior and strategic planning.

Experience: Dive into roles that expose you to change initiatives. Whether it’s a project assistant or an operations coordinator, hands-on experience is invaluable. You’ll learn the ropes of managing transitions, from technology upgrades to process overhauls.

Certification: Bolster your qualifications with certifications like Prosci’s CCMP or the Change Management Institute’s ACM. These credentials signal your expertise and commitment to the profession.

Skills: Change management isn’t just about processes; it’s about people. Hone your communication, strategic thinking, and empathy. You’ll need to articulate the vision, understand the big picture, and address the human side of change.

Networking: Connect with professionals in the field through LinkedIn, industry conferences, and professional associations. Stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices through continuous learning.

Portfolio: Document your change management projects. A robust portfolio showcasing your strategies and successes will be your ticket to standing out in job interviews.

Job Search: Tailor your resume to highlight your change management experience and skills. Utilize job search engines, company websites, and your professional network to discover opportunities.

Interview Prep: Familiarize yourself with common change management frameworks and methodologies. Be ready to discuss how you’ve navigated change initiatives in the past.

Salary: Expect a wide salary range, starting around $60,000 for entry-level positions, with experienced professionals earning upwards of $120,000.



The Global Professional Podcast

How to Get a Job in Change Management

FLO TALKS 

STOP BEING ANGRY!

In this video, I help English learners improve their listening and vocabulary by reading and explaining a BBC News story about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025 and the Edinburgh International Festival 2025.

📍 These world-famous arts festivals are held in Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, every August. From comedy and theatre to classical music and dance, they bring artists and performers from all over the world.

🎧 What you’ll learn in this video:
• Real English from the news
• British pronunciation and vocabulary
• Insight into Scottish culture and events

📰 Based on a real BBC News story – perfect for intermediate and upper-intermediate learners.

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Related links:
BBC News original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gz344xxzro
Official Fringe website: https://www.edfringe.com
Edinburgh International Festival: https://www.eif.co.uk

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