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Hi there! This is Ken, your Japanese teacher.
Today I am going to talk about "日本のおふろぶんか/Japanese bathing culture."
Hope you enjoy the episode and don't forget to take a comprehension check quiz after listening to the episode.

けんと日本語/Japanese with Ken

日本のおふろぶんか/Japanese bathing culture

Ever heard of 'Culture Fit' at job interviews? What on earth is it? Follow me and let's find out!

Ace Your Job Interview 🎯 

Culture Fit

Imagine a chance meeting at a conference – a fleeting opportunity to make a strong impression. That's the power of an elevator pitch, a succinct introduction that sparks interest and sets you apart. Here's how to craft yours for networking success:

Grab Attention in the First 10 Seconds:  A captivating opening is key. Are you passionate about solving a specific industry challenge? Briefly mention it and how your expertise can be the solution. For instance, "I'm a data analyst with a knack for uncovering hidden insights that boost marketing campaign effectiveness."

Introduce Yourself Professionally:  In a sentence or two, state your profession and a key area of strength.  Keep it clear and concise. Example: "I'm a marketing specialist with a proven track record in developing high-performing social media strategies."

Highlight Your Value Proposition:  This is where you showcase what sets you apart.  It could be a unique skill, a successful project you've led, or a specific achievement that demonstrates your value. Don't just list duties; focus on results. Example: "I recently spearheaded a social media campaign that generated a 30% increase in qualified leads for my company."

End with a Clear Call to Action:  A strong call to action leaves a lasting impression and encourages further conversation.  Do you want to connect on LinkedIn? Offer to share a relevant case study or discuss your expertise in more detail?  Keep it specific and actionable.

Craft, Refine, and Conquer:

Practice your pitch out loud to refine its delivery. Aim for clarity, enthusiasm, and a natural conversational tone. Time yourself – it should be under 30 seconds to hold attention in a busy environment.

Bonus Tip: Tailor Your Message:  A one-size-fits-all approach won't cut it. Research the event or organization beforehand. Highlight skills and experiences relevant to their interests.

Follow these steps, you'll craft a memorable elevator pitch that captures attention, showcases your value.

The Global Professional Podcast

The Elevator Pitch - Episode 74 

jūn wèn guī qī wèi yǒu qī ，
君问归期未有期，
bā shān yè yǔ zhàng qiū chí 。
巴山夜雨涨秋池。
hé dāng gòng jiǎn xī chuāng zhú ，
何当共剪西窗烛，
què huà bā shān yè yǔ shí 。
却话巴山夜雨时。

最美古诗词Chinese poetry

夜雨寄北

In questo episodio vi parlerò di cosa significa per me il Natale, di cosa mangerò quel giorno e come lo trascorrerò. Inoltre vi spiegherò chi è la Befana e cos'è l'epifania

Ascolta e impara con Anna

IL NATALE E LA BEFANA A CASA MIA

Sí, yo lo sé, hay tantas variaciones del español en tantos países que es un poco complicado escoger alguno. ¿Te gustaría saber qué español y de qué país te conviene más aprender? ¿No sabes si el español que estás aprendiendo es el adecuado para ti? ¿Cuál es mejor: el español mexicano, colombiano, chileno o de España?
En este podcast, Regina y yo discutimos acerca de los factores que debes tomar en cuenta cuando escojas un español de algún país en específico, ayudándote a decidir mejor. La decisión puede ser un poco difícil al principio, pero una vez que tengas bien definido qué es lo que quieres y porqué lo quieres, te aseguro que será más fácil de lo que crees.
Si deseas leer la transcripción de este podcast para no perderte ni una sola palabra de lo que decimos, puedes hacerlo yendo a este enlace: https://esdeverdad.com/podcast/paises-del-espanol

Es De Verdad

T1 E8 - ¿De qué país debería aprender español?

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
7月1日金曜日　天気/くもり　気温/22℃ 

網走市/あばしりし
・6月30日朝の気温9.6度まで下がった
・オホーツク海側では、気温が低くなってる
・6月26日は32.8度だった
・20度以上の寒暖差があり、体調に注意が必要

［単語］
オホーツク海/おほーつくかい…北海道の北東（ほくとう）にある海
側/がわ…そば
寒暖差/かんだんさ…寒さと暖かさのちがいが大きい
体調/たいちょう…体の元気について

〈美和Miwa〉
日本語の先生
Podcast「どこでも.JAPANESE」も放送中！
最近、SPY×FAMILYにはまってる。

北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#85〉7月1日金曜日　寒暖差に注意！

“Почему мы устаём от видеозвонков?”. Есть целое исследование, его результатами я делюсь в этом подкасте. Приятного прослушивания!
Словарь:

вдохновлён (+ Instr.)= is inspired by
сталкиваться/ столкнуться с (+ Instr.) = to face
попадать в кадр = to be on camera
оценивать себя = to evaluate oneself
зацикленность на себе = self-obsession
воспринимать = to perceive
перемещать = to move, to shift
раздаточный материал = handout
взгляд устремлён = look is focused on
навык доведён до идеала = the skill is brought to the perfection
распространённый = widespread
вовлечённость = involvement
достойно выглядеть =  to look decent
мозговой штурм =  brainstorming