What makes someone good at their job? Skill is one thing, but there's more. 

In this episode, Nick helps you with this question that might come up in the IELTS test. 

IELTS with Nick - World Knowledge 

What are the most important qualities for success in a job?

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ねーねー、ネットフリックスのラブイズブラインド 日本バージョンみてる？
2月15日から配信（はいしん）されてて、もう全（ぜん）エピソード配信されてるんだけど、私と友だち ドはまりしてるの。

Hey, have you seen the Japanese version of Love is Blind on Netflix?It's been on since February 15th, and all the episodes are already available, and me and my friends are really into it.

声（こえ）だけで結婚相手（あいて）をきめるんだけど、ほんとみんな見てみて。
さいしょは、このテレビ楽しいのかな～？って思ってたんだけど、どんどん沼（ぬま）ったんだよね。

It's about deciding who to marry based on voice alone, and everyone should watch it.At first, I wondered if I would enjoy this TV show. At first, I was wondering if it would be fun, but then I got more and more hooked.

私が沼（ぬま）ってたときにちょうど全（ぜん）エピソード配信（はいしん）だったからマジでよかった。あれ、毎週（まいしゅう）配信はけっこうきついよ。もう次が気になって気になって仕方（しかた）なくて、もう次！次！ってかんじ。ネタバレしないように、くわしくはいえないけど、時間があるときに見てみてね。

I'm really glad that all the episodes were available when I was swamped.It's pretty hard to get through every week. I couldn't stop thinking about the next one, and I just couldn't stop thinking about it. Next! That's how I feel.
I can't tell you much about it so as not to spoil it, but you should check it out when you have time.

ちなみに、その出演者（しゅつえんしゃ）たちの友だち役（やく）で「テラスハウス」の人とか「あいのり」の人とか出てきてびっくりしたんだよね。いっしゅん、あれ？って目うたがっちゃった。

By the way, I was surprised to see people from "Terrace House" and "Ainori" as the friends of the actors. For a moment, I couldn't believe my eyes.

ラブイズブラインドはアメリカバージョンもあって、シーズン1とシーズン2があるんだけど、私はアメリカに住んだことがないから日本バージョンのほうが楽しかったかな～。

There's also an American version of Love is Blind, with season 1 and season 2, but I've never lived in America, so I think I enjoyed the Japanese version more.

九州男児（きゅうしゅうだんじ）っていうことばが出てきたり、日本の文化の勉強にもなりそうって思った！九州男児っていうのは、そのまま九州出身（しゅっしん）の男性（だんせい）のことなんだけど、性格（せいかく）とかをあらわすときにつかうことばなんだよね。もし聞いたことなかったらググってみてね！

I thought it would be a good way to learn about Japanese culture, like the word "Kyusyu Danji"!The "Kyusyu Danji" refers to a man from Kyushu, and is used to describe his personality. If you've never heard of it, please Google it!

ガチ日本語 - Everyday Japanese -

Ep.2 Netflix - Love is blaind 

To help people who introduce their Chinese name to others with small good methods.

Chinese Learning with Lily

Knowledge of introducing  your Chinese name

In this episode, we dive into IELTS Speaking Part 3, the final and most challenging part of the speaking test.

Unlike the earlier sections, Part 3 requires you to discuss more abstract ideas, express opinions, and analyze topics in greater depth. Many students struggle here because the questions go beyond personal experiences and focus on broader issues such as society, education, and trends.

In this episode, you will learn:

The format and expectations of Speaking Part 3

How to develop longer, more detailed answers

A simple structure to organize your ideas clearly

How to support your opinion with reasons and examples

Useful strategies to avoid short or repetitive answers

Common mistakes that lower your score
You will also hear model answers with clear explanations to help you understand how to respond like a Band 7+ candidate.

By the end of this episode, you will feel more confident handling complex questions and expressing your ideas in a natural, fluent, and well-structured way.

Follow the series to continue improving your IELTS speaking skills step by step 🚀

The English Camp

IELTS: From Zero to Hero 🚀 — Episode 5: Mastering Speaking Part 3 (Advanced Discussion & Opinions)

Intermediate Chinese Listening：压力 Pressure

Intermediate Chinese Listening

In questo podcast faccio un'intervista a una ragazza colombiana, che si é trasferita da piccola in Italia e cinque anni fa é andata a vivere in Ingilterra. Parla dei suoi viaggi, dei diversi paesi che conosce e le diverse culture, parla anche del suo processo d'apprendimento delle lingue. 

Vivendo tra due lingue

Italiani per il mondo, episodio 2

Have you already read your first book in a target language? 
Or does it still frighten you?
See what helps me on this challenging journey!

A podcast a day keeps procrastination away!

What I do before starting a book in a foreign language?

Dedicado a quienes quieren aprender idiomas pero necesitan un empujón de motivación. Aquí encontrarás consejos prácticos, ideas inspiradoras y experiencias reales que te ayudarán a mantener la constancia en el estudio, disfrutar el proceso y alcanzar tus metas lingüísticas. 🎙️🌍

"Motívate y habla"

2023年　9月(くがつ) 13日(じゅうさん にち)

今日（きょう）のテーマは、
Today's topic is...

ストレスの解消法（かいしょうほう）について。
about stress!


みんなは、どうやってストレスを解消する？
How do you relieve stress?