This episode is all about persuasion,  how to convince others of your ideas or opinions. We will be looking at some useful adjectives and persuasive expressions to help you explain why others should follow your advice or recommendations. To assist us with this topic, Miss Finesstocrat will be telling us of her experience working as a sales representative in a homeware store. How will she get on?

You can also join my new Facebook and Instagram groups where I will be providing videos, quizzes and new vocabulary as supplement material for every episode in my podcast.

ENGLISH IN A TEACUP

EP2: THE ART OF PERSUASION PART 1

Littérature avec Isa

Nuits de juin

You will know some exotic foods from Colombia:

1.Hormigas culonas

2. Mojojoy

3. Gelatina de pata

4. Sopa de ternero neonato

5. Cuy asado

6. Chigüiro o carpincho asado

7. Gurre, jerre-jerre, tatú, mulita, o armadillo

8. El friche

9. Lechona tolimense

10. Pepi­to­ria

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

Colombia

Las 10 comidas más exóticas de Colombia

Как вы считаете, любая ли слава это хорошо? Все ли средства хороши для пиара? 

Russfriend  (all about russia) 

"Радость" А.П. Чехов

In this episode me and Tatiana briefly discuss what to see in Milan and some interesting facts about the city. 
Levels: from A2/B1 onwards.

Languages With Melody

Milano

Building Rapport

Ask Open-Ended Questions:  Ditch the "yes or no" questions.  Instead, ask questions that prompt elaboration and showcase your genuine interest in the other person's work and experiences. Examples include: "What are you currently working on that excites you the most?" or "What challenges are you facing in your industry?"

Actively Listen and Respond:  Pay close attention to their answers.  Nod, use verbal affirmations like "interesting" or "I see," and ask follow-up questions that demonstrate you're truly engaged.

Find Common Ground:  Look for shared interests, experiences, or industry knowledge. This creates a sense of connection and makes conversation flow more naturally. Mention a mutual colleague, a recent industry trend, or a shared alma mater (if appropriate).

Be a Giver, Not Just a Taker:  Networking is a two-way street. Offer your own insights, share relevant resources, or connect them with someone in your network who might be of value.

Remember Names and Details:  People appreciate being remembered.  Make a conscious effort to memorize names and revisit key points mentioned during the conversation.

Embrace Storytelling:  Weave relatable anecdotes or personal experiences into your conversation to illustrate your points and create a more memorable interaction.

Be Authentic and Positive:   People connect with genuine personalities.   Be yourself, showcase your enthusiasm, and maintain a positive outlook

Follow Up:  Don't let the connection fade. Send a personalized email within 24 hours thanking them for the conversation and mentioning a specific detail you discussed.

Nurture the Relationship:  Stay connected on LinkedIn, send them relevant articles, or offer congratulations on their achievements. This demonstrates your continued interest and builds a stronger bond.



The Global Professional Podcast

Building Rapport - Episode 75

はい、こんにちは。ようへい先生です。今日はみんなの日本語の18か の ”では” のお話をします。えー153ページの下から4行目(ぎょうめ）え、the forth line from the bottomですね。”では”、えー2文字(もじ） の助詞（じょし）two characters particleですね。 はい。
・日本ではなかなか馬（うま）を見ることができません。

はい、この”では”、いつ使いますか。 えー、これは
・日本”で”なかなか馬を見ることができません。

と言ってもオッケーです。うん、とても自然（しぜん）です。It sounds natural for Japanese.
はい、えー、でこの”では” ですが、「サントスさん、 あなたの国で見られるかもしれませんが、日本ではなかなか見ることができません」.「 他（ほか）の国で見られるかもしれませんが、日本ではなかなか見ることができません」。うん、こういう時に使います。
くらべている時ですね。（くらべます：compare）の時に使います。 
はい、で、もう一度（いちど）言いますが、
・日本でなかなか馬を見ることができません。

と言ってもオッケーです。うん、You don‘t need to be afraid to make a mistake.　ですよ。
はい。じゃあ、みなさん、えー、下のフォーマットを使って3つ文を作ってください。これ、あなたの国を主語(しゅご）subjectにして、文を作ってください。
① では　ことができます。
② では　ことができません。
③ では　なかなか～ことができません。

たとえば
・日本では、すもうを見ることができます。
などですね。Something like this. 
はい、じゃあよかったらコメントに作った文を書いてもいいですよ。 
はい、じゃあ、みなさん日本語の勉強、がんばってくださいね。じゃ、バイバイ👋


ようへい先生　N4～N3　レベルの生徒（せいと）へ　(^^♪

＃３　  『日本では～』 vs『日本で～』　みんなの日本語18課　 P153

IELTS Speaking Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 1 - Walking.

A rather simple one for today:

Q. Do you go places on foot a lot?
Q. Did you walk more when you were younger?
Q. Why do some people prefer walking to driving a car?
Q. Do people in your country walk a lot?

How easy was it for you to answer these 4 questions? 