As an English teacher one naturally becomes more and more nit-picky over time (overly detail oriented.) Hopefully you'll find that quality useful when listening to my podcast. 

Nit-Picky English with Nika 

Ayer 10 y hoy 11 de julio trascurren las fiestas patronales del pueblo donde vivo. Ahora se llaman “Fiestas Mayores” pero hace pocas décadas se llamaban patronales porque se celebran en honor al patrón de cada población. El patrón no es un jefe o un empresario, ni un narcotraficante no, usamos la acepción religiosa.

AUDIO-ARTÍCULOS (Nivel B2-C1)

Fiesta Mayor...

-Γεια σας! Ένα καφέ, παρακαλώ!-Τι καφέ;-Ένα φρέντο καπουτσίνο με μαύρη ζάχαρη και κανέλα, παρακαλώ!-Φυσικά...κάτι άλλο;-Ναι, και ένα φραπέ γλυκό. Α, και έναν ελληνικό καφέ!-Ορίστε! -Ευχαριστούμε! Πόσο κάνει;- Είναι εφτά ευρώ και τριάντα λεπτά.-Ορίστε, γεια σας, καλή συνέχεια! 

Dialogues in Greek 

Sophia orders coffee for her and her friends 

*In this episode we learn how to control our thoughts

**Book Podcast lesson to discuss the topic and access the texts


English Psychology Podcasts

Mastering our minds and thoughts

A list of the most common words written with "O" but sound like "U":
some
come
cover
dozen
colour
love
money
honey
brother
mother
other
tongue
ton
Monday
month
monkey
Words spelled with "OU" but sound like "U":
country
couple
courage
cousin
double
trouble
touch
rough
tough
enough
young

The Social Evolutionary

Uh-oh! When the letter "O" sounds like "U".

男：你好！我姓李，你呢？
女：你好！我姓王。请问，你叫什么名字？
男：我叫李华。你喜欢喝什么？
女：我喜欢喝茶，你呢？
男：我喜欢喝咖啡。

1. 女的姓什么？
   - A. 李
   - B. 王
   - C. 张
2. 男的叫什么名字？
   - A. 李华
   - B. 王华
   - C. 张华
3. 女的喜欢喝什么？
   - A. 咖啡
   - B. 茶
   - C. 水

开口说汉语    "Chinese Chit-Chat"

你喜欢喝什么？

This is a step-by-step guide to shine during interviews with active listening:

Before the Interview:

Research: Understanding the company culture and the specific role helps you anticipate questions and tailor your responses. This demonstrates focus and genuine interest.
During the Interview:

Minimize Distractions: Silence your phone, arrive early to avoid last-minute jitters, and focus solely on the interviewer.

Power of Presence: Maintain eye contact (not staring) and an open posture that conveys attentiveness.

Listen Verbally and Nonverbally: Pay close attention to the interviewer's words, tone, and body language. A stressed tone might indicate a challenging aspect of the job, while positive body language reflects their enthusiasm.

Engage with Nonverbal Cues:  Use subtle nods and smiles to show you're following along. Leaning in slightly demonstrates genuine interest.

The Art of the Pause: Don't jump in to fill silences. Give the interviewer time to complete their thoughts and gauge their reaction to your responses.

Clarify and Confirm:  When unsure, politely ask clarifying questions. This shows you're engaged and want to understand their expectations clearly.

Paraphrase and Summarize: Briefly restate key points in your own words. This demonstrates comprehension and allows the interviewer to correct any misunderstandings.

Active Listening in Action:  Throughout the interview, weave active listening techniques into your responses.  For example, "That sounds like a very fast-paced environment.  Can you tell me more about the team dynamic?"

After the Interview:

Thank You Note: Reiterate your interest in the role and mention a specific detail gleaned through active listening. This shows you were truly engaged and attentive.
By actively listening, you demonstrate not only strong communication skills but also genuine interest in the company and the role. This sets you apart from other candidates and increases your chances of landing your dream job!


The Global Professional Podcast

Nail Your Interview: Acing Active Listening - Episode 84

In this episode you will learn how to use the adverbs "ya" and "todavía"

Spanish with Jas

EP 41. YA VS TODAVÍA

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jg_e-WxUKF8jEyPmkElssFaPz9Udf9lt/view?usp=drivesdk