In this episode, we follow Ömer, a Turkish language learner visiting Istanbul, as he explores a cozy bookstore in Kadıköy. From asking for directions in Turkish to picking the perfect book for his language journey, Ömer’s day is filled with authentic interactions and cultural discoveries. Tune in to hear practical dialogues, useful phrases, and language tips to inspire your own Turkish learning experience :)

Merhaba Türkçe 

A Turkish Bookstore Journey: Learning Language Through Stories

La mia giornata

Mi sveglio alle sette del mattino. Mi alzo, mi vesto e faccio colazione. Di solito bevo un caffè e mangio due biscotti.
Alle otto vado al lavoro in ufficio. Lavoro fino all'una, poi a pranzo mangio un panino o un piatto di pasta.
Torno a lavoro e finisco alle cinque. La sera ceno con la mia famiglia e guardo la televisione o un film al computer. Alle undici vado a dormire.

Italiano in un minuto

La mia giornata

In this class, we cover the basics you need to confidently talk about work, jobs, and careers in English. You'll learn how to:

Introduce yourself professionally

Talk about your job, company, and industry

Use key expressions like work in, work for, work on

Expand vocabulary for employers, employees, salary, and more

This lesson is perfect for learners who want to sound more natural and professional in business conversations.

New English US

Introduction to Business English | Talking About Work, Jobs & Careers A2-B1

A coach can be a valuable asset in overcoming the challenges posed by micromanagement. By providing a confidential and supportive environment, a coach can help individuals develop strategies to navigate these situations effectively.

A coach can help individuals pinpoint the underlying reasons for micromanagement. This could be a manager's insecurity, lack of trust, or simply a poor management style. Understanding the root cause is crucial for developing an effective strategy.

Micromanagement often thrives on employees' lack of confidence. A coach can help individuals build self-esteem, develop assertiveness skills, and learn how to communicate their needs and boundaries clearly.

A coach can guide individuals in developing open and honest communication with their manager. By teaching active listening and clear expression, a coach can help individuals create a more productive and respectful working relationship.

A coach can help individuals establish healthy boundaries with their manager. This involves identifying areas where autonomy is essential and learning how to assert those boundaries without creating conflict.

Micromanagement can often lead to feeling overwhelmed. A coach can help individuals develop effective time management and prioritization skills, enabling them to manage their workload more efficiently and reduce the need for constant supervision.

A coach can provide emotional support and encouragement throughout the process of overcoming micromanagement. By offering a listening ear and providing guidance, a coach can help individuals build resilience and maintain a positive outlook.

Remember, overcoming micromanagement is a journey, not a destination. A coach can be a valuable partner in this process, providing the tools and support needed to thrive in challenging work environments.

The Global Professional Podcast

A Coach's Role in Overcoming Micromanagement - Episode 110

In this short episode  , you will learn the meaning of { Shriek } 

Engsavvy ( 504 Absolutely Essential Words )

Lesson 2 word 10 (   Shriek ) 

Сегодня продолжаем изучать современную русскую литературу. На этот раз - “Женщины Лазаря” от Марины Степновой. Великолепная и очень интересная книга, но язык не всегда прост для иностранца. 

Слова, которые объясняю в эпизоде: вечера́ми - in the evenings; се́меро - или семь - seven; не счита́я - не принимая в расчёт, во внимание - apart from, exclusive, exclusive of; новорождённый - только что или недавно родившийся - newborn; ми́рно - умиротворенно, тихо, спокойно - peacefully; сопе́ть - издавать носом свистящие звуки - to sniff, snuffle; корзи́на - basket; отчита́ться - рассказать, дать отчёт в своих действиях - to report back; зо́рко - во все глаза, пристально, бдительно, внимательно - vigilantly; зо́рко следи́ть - to keep a sharp eye, watch closely; по́ровну - равными частями, одинаково - equally, evenly; умиле́ние - нежное чувство, возникающее от чего-то трогательного - tender emotion; тайко́м - тайно, скрытно - secretly; подсу́нуть - to slip; ла́комый - вкусный - tasty; кури́ться - выделять дымок, туманную дымку - to reek; ла́сковый - полный ласки, выражающий ласку - affectionate; машина́льно - автоматически, бессознательно, непроизвольно - automatically, mechanically; нае́сться - поесть чего-нибудь в большом количестве; поесть досыта - to eat up; разомле́вший - человек, впавший в расслабленное, полусонное состояние - relaxed, languished; мечта́ть - to dream; ку́хонный - бытовой, не отличающийся возвышенностью и утонченностью - simple, household.

Смело предлагайте, каких авторов и книги хотели бы вместе прочитать!
И помните, что чтение по-русски углубляет ваши знания языка! Хороших вам книг, друзья!

Reading Russian

Отрывок из романа “Женщины Лазаря” М. Степнова

V tomto podcaste vám vysvetlím naše každodenné zvyky ktoré môžu cudzinca na Slovensku prekvapiť.

Rozprávam pomaly a jednoducho, takže je to ideálne počúvanie, ak sa učíte slovenčinu a chcete nám (aj našej kultúre) rozumieť o niečo lepšie.

Príjemné počúvanie! ☕

Learn Slovak Through Stories

Slovenské zvyky a tradície (B1+)

1.太太：tài tai  n Mrs., madam
2.秘书 ：mì shū. n secretary
3.经理：jīng lǐ.n . manager
4.办公室：bàn gōng shì. n office
周太太：喂，你好！请问周明在吗？
秘书：周经理出去了，不在办公室。
周太太：他去哪儿了？什么时候回来?
秘书：他出去办事了，下午回来。
周太太：回来了就让他给我打个电话。
秘书：好的，他到了办公室我就告诉他。

hsk2

hsk 3 在打电话 On the phone 

Hoy los Reyes Magos se pasean por todas las ciudades españolas antes de visitar las casas de los españoles y dejarles los regalos que abrirán mañana. En el episodio de hoy te cuento en que consiste la Cabalgata de Los Reyes y su origen.

¿Conocías la tradición de Los Reyes Magos? 
