The beauty industry is a billion dollar industry. Why? because so many women buy beauty products. In this podcast, I will give my personal insights on why women invest a lot on beauty.

FLO TALKS 

Why women spend so much money on beauty?

Мы говорим об отпуске на работе и о том, как попросить у начальника отпуск.

Molodets! Подкаст по изучению английского языка и американской культуре для носителей русского языка

Molodets (3.3) Время отпуска и время болезни

News in Slow English

2nd June 2025

1-2 生词
最近 zuìjìn (n.) recently, lately
西安 Xī'ān (p.n.) Xi'an, capital of Shaanxi Province
时候 shíhou (n.) time, moment
跟 gēn (conj.) with
一起 yīqǐ (adv.) together
回 huí (v.) to return, to come or go back
方便 fāngbiàn (adj.) convenient
便宜 piányi (adj.) cheap, inexpensive
因为 yīnwèi (conj.) because

中文每日一练

每日听汉语


A well-crafted PMS acts as a guiding principle, outlining an individual's core values, aspirations, and desired impact. It transcends the immediate concerns of a specific job and offers a long-term perspective on career fulfillment. Upskilling becomes most impactful when targeted towards capabilities that directly contribute to the goals and values outlined in the PMS.

Consider an individual with a personal mission statement emphasizing innovation and environmental responsibility. Upskilling in areas like sustainable design thinking or green technology directly aligns with their core values and aspirations. This targeted approach fosters deeper engagement with the learning process, leading to a more effective acquisition of new skills.

Furthermore, a personal mission statement can inform the selection of upskilling opportunities beyond technical skills. Communication, leadership, and emotional intelligence development, for example, can empower individuals to advocate for their ideas, navigate complex organizational dynamics, and build strong collaborative relationships – all crucial aspects of achieving their desired impact.

The synergy between upskilling and a personal mission statement is a two-way street. As individuals acquire new skills and knowledge, their personal mission statement may evolve to reflect their expanding capabilities and redefine their aspirations. This continuous cycle of learning and reflection fosters a sense of purpose and propels individuals towards achieving their full potential.

Organizations can leverage this connection by encouraging employees to articulate their personal mission statements and then curate upskilling opportunities that align with those statements. This not only fosters a more engaged and motivated workforce, but also ensures the skills acquired contribute directly to achieving the organization's strategic goals.



The Global Professional Podcast

Upskilling and Personal Mission Statements Episode 89 

In this episode, I’m exploring the topic of wishes, hopes and regrets… In English, there are lots of ways to talk about these things, so listen to some useful phrases and grammatical structures that will help you sound more natural when talking about hypothetical things. 
Follow the link for the full script: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FXT1bWII6luQWRAcvPL1wgcC6treuHVeyKQBovBvSZI/edit?usp=sharing

UK TALKS WITH LIZ

EPISODE 9: TALKING ABOUT WISHES & REGRETS

Have you ever wondered how Business English students acquire the language skills necessary to excel in the professional realm? As an enthusiastic educator, my goal is to equip these students with the tools they need to thrive in the business world. In my classroom, I immerse them in industry-specific vocabulary, exploring diverse sectors like technology, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. By delving into functional areas such as marketing, finance, and human resources, we unravel the language used in different business roles. Additionally, we navigate the terminology associated with vital business processes like supply chain management and customer service. Through engaging discussions, practical activities, and contextual application, I empower my students to confidently communicate with colleagues, clients, and partners, ensuring their success in the competitive professional landscape. Together, we embark on a journey of language acquisition, enabling them to make a lasting impact in the business world

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Business English Vocabulary

私はいくつかのソーシャルネットワークサービスを使っています。私のそれぞれのSNSの使い方について紹介します。
まずは、インスタグラム。
インスタグラムは基本的に見るだけです。私は日本語学習者を何人かフォローしています。学習者がどんな教材を使って勉強しているのかを見て、レッスンの参考にしています。あとは、ファッションブランドや料理家のインスタグラムもフォローしています。料理家のインスタグラムは写真がとてもきれいで、おいしい料理を作りたいなという気分になります。
Twitterも見るだけです。自分が信頼できると思う専門家やいつもおもしろい内容を発信している人をフォローしています。Twitterはいろいろな専門家の意見をメディアを通さずに直接聞けるのでとても面白いです。たまに自分がフォローしている専門家同士がTwitter上で言い争いをしていることがあって、少し悲しくなります。
ちなみに私のパートナーはTwitterの情報を全く信じていません。私はTwitterはフォローする人を間違えなければ、ニュースよりも早く、正確な情報を簡単に得られると思っています。
そしてFacebook。私は最近スマホにあったFacebookのショートカットを消しました。Facebookを見た後に、自分の周りの人と自分の生活や人生を比べて落ち込むことがあるので、できる限り見ないことにしました。
皆さんはSNSをどんな目的で使っていますか？
他人の投稿を見て落ち込むことはありますか？また、逆に励まされたことはありますか？
私はSNSは使い方を間違えなければ、生活を楽しくしてくれるものだと思います。みなさんはどう思いますか？


日本語学習者：Japanese learner
参考（さんこう）にする：take their idea into consideration
信頼できる：you can trust, trustworthy
内容：ないよう　content
発信する：はっしんする
専門家：せんもんか　expert
言い争い：いいあらそい　argue
正確な：せいかくな　accurate
落ち込む：feel down
生活：daily life
人生：life
できる限り：できるかぎり　as much as possible
他人：others
投稿：とうこう　post
励まされる：はげまされる  make me feel better,  be encouraged

Nihongo Short Story by Noriko

SNSの使い方について（ How to Use  SNS）

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1koNCEliM-QLCXISVjNEWqxyzDgs9bYmy/view?usp=drivesdk