Language is culture, not just words. Learn why small talk helps clients feel comfortable with you, and how to pivot to your agenda smoothly.

Real English Skills

The Small Talk Mistake Costing You Professional Opportunities 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BugeKqd8r9nEhnfDDt4fTs44zPmgKmLs/view?usp=sharing

Teacher Robert's Podcast

October Hunter's Moon (with transcript)

Vidéo avec sous-titres: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc380-ySLgU

French Stories For All

French Listening Practice - Assurance Vie -

conjuguemos y conjugamos 

DECÍA - WAS SAYING - forma imperfecta

Disfruta de esta entrevista a Suzanne, una estudiante de español y de sus respuestas a 7 preguntas sobre su proceso de estudiar español. ¡Seguramente puedan ayudarte!!

AUDIO-ARTÍCULOS (Nivel B2-C1)

7 Preguntas a una estudiante de español

El lince ibérico vuelve a Aragón después de más de 50 años. En este episodio hablamos de Windtail y Winx, los dos primeros linces liberados en la estepa zaragozana, y de una historia de recuperación que parecía imposible. Un episodio especial sobre naturaleza, ciencia y esperanza — en español B1.

Desde España

El lince vuelve a Aragón

Note: This podcast is intended for language learning ONLY. Not for promoting or criticizing any political party or ideology. Let’s keep it friendly and accessible to all :)
 
Also, all of the experiences are the hosts’ own experiences so please do your own research if you need more information.

Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

你是“低头族吗”？Are you obsessed with your phone?

Tune in this week to learn about the following common English phrases and idioms: On the Same Page, Draw Out, Nothing Could Be Further From the Truth, Drag (Someone) Down, and Within (Someones) Grasp.

This episode is part two of “Want an American English Accent? Allyson Plumberg Debunks Accent Myths.”  You'll also get some homework at the end so you can continue to improve your English communication skills.

If you want my tips on preparing for a job interview, I invite you to visit my website for my free five-step job interview preparation checklist. This checklist has already helped thousands of people worldwide perform well in interviews and get jobs they love. To sign up, visit my website at express-to-impress.com.

This podcast is listener-supported. So if you get a new job or a raise in part because of something you learned on the podcast, I invite you to make a donation to keep the podcast on the air. 100% of any amount you give will go to production expenses. 

Episode originally published on March 12, 2021.

Original theme music by Lucas Knutter

Read the transcript at https://www.express-to-impress.com/common-english-phrases/.

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Express to Impress

Common English Phrases

Getting a job offer is always a happy occasion, but what if it’s not what you want? 

Should you settle for good enough? Ask for a higher salary or fewer work hours? 

Tune in to the latest episode of the Express to Impress Podcast to get four tips for negotiating a job offer successfully. 

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Episode originally published July 30, 2021

Original theme music by Lucas Knutter 

Read the transcript https://www.express-to-impress.com/how-to-negotiate-a-job-offer/

Book mentioned: The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less by Barry Schwartz.

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Links Included in Episode Show Notes: 

To sign up for my free five-step job interview preparation checklist, visit https://www.express-to-impress.com/

Listen to my episode about salary negotiation at https://www.express-to-impress.com/salary-expectations-interview/

Book one of my career coaching services on the Muse at https://www.themuse.com/coaches/kristine-knutter

Enroll in one of my online courses at https://www.themuse.com/coaches/kristine-knutter

Succeed in a Job Interview and Land Your Next Job: learn more about job negotiation, how to negotiate a salary offer, and how to counter a salary offer.

Job Search Strategies That Work: get a handout with a list of 27 benefits you should consider as part of a compensation package.

How to Write a Standout Resume: get templates for resumes, cover letters, and e-notes.