Do you find IELTS Writing Task 2 difficult? You’re not alone. Many IELTS students – especially those from exam-focused education systems like China and Turkey – struggle with critical thinking, idea generation, and writing balanced arguments.

In this episode of Kev’s English Podcast, I share:

Why students often misread IELTS Writing Task 2 prompts

The problem with one-sided essays and memorised templates

How cultural and educational backgrounds affect IELTS performance

The importance of critical thinking for achieving Band 7 or higher

Practical strategies to develop stronger ideas and examples in your essays

I also talk about my ongoing research project with IELTS students in China and Turkey, and how it can help learners like you write more natural, effective essays.

🎧 Listen now and take a big step toward your IELTS Writing goals!

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Kev's English Podcast

KEP 37: Why Many IELTS Students Struggle with Task 2 (Critical Thinking & Common Mistakes)

El otro lado de la moneda

Galileo Galilei, el genio que murió encerrado

Work on the pronunciation of -ing

Say: bring, sing, king, thing

Also: long, strong, wrong

Double: bringing, singing, longing

Put special effort into learning how to pronounce these words correctly.

English for IT Pros

The Pronunciation of "ing"

Lectura de la primera parte del cuento de la escritora mexicana Cristina Rivera Garza.

Cuento de nunca acabar

Episodio 6: El día en que murió Juan Rulfo (Parte 1)

Some facts about Spanish in the world and Mexico that maybe you didn't know.

The Mexican Way Podcast- Sandra Alvarado

México y el Español

#Day 1 Nǐ hǎo_Ni hao_Nin hao (Free Chinese Lesson) 00_00_15-

Who says Chinese is hard？ 谁说中文很难

Ep 1 how to Say _Hello_ in Chinese ... Like it please subcribe my channel a lot more fun way to learn

Workload overwhelm is a state of chronic stress experienced when an individual is assigned a volume of tasks exceeding their capacity to complete them within a reasonable timeframe. This condition is often characterized by a sense of being perpetually behind, difficulty prioritizing, and a decline in overall performance. Workload overwhelm can manifest in various forms, including excessive project loads, unrealistic deadlines, and insufficient resources. It is a prevalent issue in contemporary organizations, often stemming from poor resource allocation, ineffective project management, or unrealistic expectations. The consequences of workload overwhelm can be detrimental to both individuals and organizations, leading to burnout, decreased job satisfaction, reduced productivity, and increased turnover. Effective management strategies are essential to mitigate the negative impacts of workload overwhelm and foster a healthy work environment.

Key factors contributing to workload overwhelm include:

Inefficient task allocation: Unbalanced distribution of tasks among team members.

Poor time management: Ineffective prioritization and time allocation.

Lack of resources: Insufficient personnel, budget, or technology to support workload.

Unrealistic expectations: Demanding excessive output without considering capacity.

Organizational culture: Emphasis on overwork and presenteeism.

Addressing workload overwhelm requires a multifaceted approach involving individuals, teams, and organizations. Implementing time management techniques, effective communication, and clear expectations are essential steps. Organizations should prioritize workload management through proper resource allocation, realistic goal setting, and a focus on work-life balance. By recognizing the signs of workload overwhelm and taking proactive measures, individuals and organizations can mitigate its negative consequences and create a more sustainable work environment.

The Global Professional Podcast

Workload Overwhelm - Episode 111

In this world of social media frenzy when we are  stress do we get the bad habit easily?
Vocabulary dump :
1) बानी -Bānī - habit 
2) सजिलै - Sajilai - habit 
3) राम्रो बानी - Rāmrō bānī - Good habit 
4) नराम्रो बानी - naramro bani - Bad habit 
5) स्वास्थ्यको लागि हानिकारक - Svāsthyakō lāgi hānikāraka - Harmful to health
6) थाहा छ - Thāhā cha - (you) know / aware of the info 
7) निद्रा लाग्दैन - Nidrā lāgdaina - Can't sleep 
8) निद्रा लागेको - Nidrā lāgēkō - sleepy 
9) उल्टो - Ulṭō - on the contarary
10) भोलिपल्ट बिहान  उठ्दा - Bhōlipalṭa bihāna uṭhdā - When woke up next morning



Let's talk Nepali 

About Stress & habits

Bánh tráng trộn món ăn vặt trên khắp nẻo đường Việt Nam.

Bánh tráng trộn có nguồn gốc từ Tây Ninh, một tỉnh ở Miền Nam Việt Nam.

Bánh tráng gồm có bánh tráng, muối ớt Tây Ninh, dầu ăn hoặc sa tế, hành phi, lạc rang, nộm xoài, trứng cút, bò khô...

Bánh tráng trộn có nhiều loại khác nhau: bánh tráng khô bò, bánh tráng bơ tỏi, bánh tráng xóc tỏi chà bông, bánh tráng sa tế chà bông…

Bánh tráng trộn cũng có nhiều vị khác nhau tùy theo khẩu vị của mỗi người: mặn, ngọt, chua, cay...

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Sau khi trộn các nguyên liệu xong, người bán hàng sẽ cho vào túi hoặc hộp kèm theo 1 đôi đũa để bạn có thể thưởng thức món ăn này!

Bạn có thể tìm mua bánh tráng trộn ở các quán hàng rong trên đường hoặc các cửa hàng chuyên bán Bánh tráng trộn.