In this episode of #MustWatch TV Series/Movies I would like to recommend Africa's first ever reality series on Netflix, it is called Young, Famous and African. Filming of this reality series was done in the city of Johannesburg, South Africa. Please watch it and let me know what you think of it.

#MustWatch TV Series/Movies

#MustWatch Young, Famous and African  (Reality TV Series)

What is forbidden how to express it in Chinese

HSK vocabulary

daily Chinese

Recently, I coached a team of four – 2 talented software developers, a product manager, and a product designer – at a startup facing a decision. Their current product management system was a mix of spreadsheets, emails, and sticky notes, hindering collaboration and development. They needed to persuade their founder to adopt Jira, a project management tool.

We began by dissecting the founder's viewpoint.  Was it a fear of change? A concern about learning a new system?  Through open-ended questions and active listening, we discovered the founder valued efficiency and transparency.

The team knew the founder's needs and wants so we crafted a persuasive narrative.  The developers highlighted how Jira's bug tracking system would streamline communication and expedite fixes. The product manager showcased how Jira's visual boards would enhance project visibility, ensuring everyone was on the same page.  The designer emphasized the improved user interface and workflows, promoting user adoption.

We gathered data showcasing the wasted time and communication breakdowns caused by their current system. We contrasted it with quantifiable benefits of Jira – faster development cycles, improved team collaboration, and reduced errors.  

We set up a demo of Jira, showcasing how it addressed their specific pain points. I prepped the team to answer potential objections and provide examples of companies using Jira.

The final step was a unified presentation.  Each team member presented their department's perspective, painting a clear picture of the benefits across the development workflow. 

The founder, impressed by the team's research, data, and collaborative effort, agreed to a Jira trial.  Their persuasive communication, grounded in understanding their audience's needs and presenting a clear solution, secured a win for the entire team. This success story highlights the power of effective communication in driving positive change within a startup environment.

The Global Professional Podcast

EPISODE 100!!! Persuading a to make the switch to Jira!

Have you ever been to a Serbian bus station? If you intend to, this is an ideal podcast episode for you!✨
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje!🥳
If you like this podcast, you can contact me for the transcript.📜
See you in class!👋


SERBIAN TO GO

На аутобуској станици – Na autobuskoj stanici – At the bus station (Dialogue A1-A2 level)

IELTS SPEAKING PART 1. Hometown

There are 3 questions which we'll go deeper into.

Here they are:

Where is your hometown?
Is there much to do in your hometown?
What are the people like in your hometown?

If you'd have this question - how would you anwer it ?

Join my classes if you'd like to pass IELTS with flying colors next month!




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

IELTS SPEAKING PART 1. Hometown

Join us for an epic adventure as we explore Arbor Low Stone Circle, one of the UK's most fascinating Neolithic henge monuments. Armed with a drone, we capture this millennia-old site from a bird's-eye view, blending technology and history in a unique way. Perfect for fans of British culture, history buffs, and tech enthusiasts alike. Don't forget to send us a message for the transcript and glossary, and discover how shadow reading can boost your English skills.

Tea, Talk & Textbooks: An ESL Podcast

Exploring Arbor Low Stone Circle: Drones Meet Ancient History in the UK

Buongiorno.
Sono Simona Gentili e questo è il mio podcast “semi-professionale” per chiunque abbia voglia di ascoltare cinque minuti di interviste e parole al vento…. O libere come il vento.
Quello che state ascoltando è il mio ultimo podcast per il 2024 (duemilaventiquattro).
Ho iniziato per gioco. 
Ho continuato per divertimento e per dare sfogo alla mia creatività.
Concludo l’anno con piacere.
Il piacere di avervi incontrato, per lo più virtualmente, ma qualche volta anche di persona. Anche solo una volta.
E il piacere di fare quello che mi piace e di farlo come mi piace.
Non vi chiederò e non vi dirò qual è il bilancio dell’anno che è passato.
Ma vi dirò che la parola del 2024, secondo me, è “DISQUISIRE”.
Non sentite il suono dolce di questa parola? Solo sentendola pronunciare, non vi sentite già meglio? Quale sarà il suo significato?
La rubrica guarda avanti.
In quale direzione, però, ancora non si sa.
Per il momento 
La Rubrica di Simona, e Simona, cioè io, 
VI RINGRAZIANO TANTO
 e VI AUGURANO 
BUONE FESTE E BUON ANNO NUOVO!

PS la canzone “Il cielo è sempre più blu” è di Rino Gaetano.
È del 1975, ma ancora estremamente attuale… sempre secondo me.
https://youtu.be/rfaihaFlcSg?si=9pcVSTg9oAedIvKd 


la Rubrica di Simona

✨La rubrica degli Auguri✨

https://drive.google.com/file/d/10yRIEeMGYJ0n_SeJycm14fkwyKNCLC-j/view?usp=sharing