滥竽充数 làn yú chōng shù：sham/an ancient Chinese reed instrument like a pipe/pass off/number 
to pass oneself off as one of the players in an ensemble.the saying means to be there just to make up the number.
吹：chuī，to blow/play  
竽：an ancient wind instrument
待遇： dài yù  treatment,pay,salary
独奏 dú zòu：solo

乐读中文 (Lè Dú Zhōngwén) - "Joyful Chinese Stories"

滥竽充数[làn yú chōng shù]

Transcript is available ⁠⁠on meikasensei.com⁠⁠ for vocabulary description, and pictures, and more.

Using this podcast for EXTENSIVE LISTENING & SHADOWING can be effective. Each episode is 2-3 minutes long without long intro or music. So you can just listen during chores or walks.

【⁠やさしいにほんごブログ⁠】I post a blog with simple vocab and grammar with furigana for beginners, and natural Japanese for intermediate. This is the podcast version! The blog is designed to reflect the trends and seasons in Japan at that time. 

やさしいにほんご Podcast with Meika Sensei for Extensive listening & Shadowing

Ep. 7 Beginners : 大人になってもバイリンガルになれますか？ | Can I still be bilingual as an adult?

Otra vez la mariposa vuelve a aparecer en nuestras expresiones. ¿Por qué? Vamos a verlo en el podcast.

Expresiones en español

A otra cosa, mariposa

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
3月16日水曜日　天気/くもり　気温/2℃

札幌市　Sapporo
・昨日午前10時から札幌市の一部で停電
・3300世帯で停電
・午後0時20分ごろまでに復旧

［単語］
停電（ていでん）...電気が消えること blackout  
一部（いちぶ）...全部の中のひとつ one part
世帯（せたい）...一緒に住んでる人の集まり household
復旧（ふっきゅう）...直ること restoration


北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#17〉3月16日水曜日　札幌市で停電！

Negotiation and Change Management: Navigating the Corporate Seas

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the ability to negotiate and manage change is akin to navigating treacherous seas. Successful captains of industry understand that these skills are not just necessary; they are the rudder that steers the corporate ship through both calm and stormy waters.

The Art of Negotiation

Negotiation is the subtle art of reaching an agreement that benefits all parties involved. It’s a dance of communication, where each step is carefully calculated to achieve a harmonious outcome. For managers, negotiation skills are indispensable. They are the tools that help forge strong stakeholder relationships, drive business objectives, and resolve conflicts that could otherwise fester into costly disputes.

Change Management: The Compass of Progress

Change management, on the other hand, is the compass that guides a company towards progress. It involves preparing, supporting, and helping individuals, teams, and organizations in making organizational change. Leaders who excel in change management not only anticipate the shifts in their industry but also create the strategies that will enable their teams to adapt swiftly and efficiently.

Combining Forces for Success

When negotiation and change management converge, they create a powerful synergy. Negotiation skills allow managers to involve key stakeholders in the change process, increasing buy-in and reducing resistance. Meanwhile, change management provides the framework for implementing the negotiated agreements, ensuring that the change is not just accepted but embraced.


As we sail into the future, the waters of business will only get more challenging. But with robust negotiation and change management skills, managers can not only weather the storms but also harness the winds of change to propel their organizations to new heights. It’s time to set sail and navigate the corporate seas with confidence and skill.


The Global Professional Podcast

Episode 53

Medical Spanish🎧🏥
Duración: Casi 1 minuto
El hipotiroidismo.

Mucho que decir

Hypothyroidism 🎧🏥

Learn the best expressions related to talking on the phone!
Best for pre-intermediate students.
Happy learning!

New English US

English Lesson: On the Phone (pre-intermediate level)

こんにちは！
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このPodcastは、日本語を勉強しているみなさんに向けたPodcastです。

今日もN2をやります！
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〜なら少しはいいけど、ということを言いたい時に使います。


さっそく、例文、いきましょう！
 ・一回ならまだしも、何回も忘れるのは良くないです。

・リスニングだけならまだしも、スピーキングもあるので自信はありません。

・1年ならまだしも、10年は長すぎます。

・親友ならまだしも、初対面の人にそんなこと言うべきではない。



こんな感じですね！


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#338 N2〜ならまだしも、について！

Continuing story of Neil McTaggart and his new life in Canada