This time I'm talking about Naha in Okinawa. 

I hope you're all having an amazing week :) 

April in Tokyo

#7: 那覇、沖縄

Learn Thai With bee

How to say hello and how are you in Thai

Mona and I discuss my theory that students of ANY language should read Haruki Murakami's novels.

Starting at 17:26, I explain the following vocabulary from the episode:

to get a feel for (something)
on the one hand; on the other hand
down to earth

As always, a full transcript of the episode can be found at www.american-idiom.com

Brentoni's English Podcast

013 - Why Language Learners Should Read Haruki Murakami

Hablemos en muy resumidas palabras (muy resumidas, en serio) de algunos de los mundos mitológicos más importantes de la historia. En este caso repasemos algunos aspectos de la mitología griega como los personajes, el mapa y una corta historia.

Mundos mitológicos

Mitología griega

Recommended to listen repeatedly until you understand. Key words and Commonly used phrases, Please read after me. You can record the phrases you read and send it here, I'll correct the pronunciation for you. Follow me ,you will learn more Chinese. 
Key words and common phrases：
满意、电梯、第五层、害怕、熊猫、见面、安静、可乐、一会儿、马上、洗手间、老板、几乎、变化、健康、重要、中文、上班、一样、最后、放心、一定、担心、了解、首先、中间、参加、影响、

Merry's Channel (HSK三）

HSK三 Key words and common phrases (4 ) , Please read after me 请跟我读

Is Your Introduction Repelling Your Dream Job? Stop Begging and Start COMMANDING Attention!

Let’s be blunt: Your introduction is either a powerful weapon or a pathetic weakness. Are you sounding like a timid pushover, or a confident COMPETITION CRUSHER who’s about to steal the show?

Truth is, most job seekers are UTTERLY FORGETTABLE. They drone on with the same tired clichés, blending into the background like wallpaper.

What makes YOU different? What makes the hiring manager absolutely OBSESSED with having you on their team?

If you can’t answer that, you’re DEAD IN THE WATER.

This isn’t about “looking professional.” It’s about projecting POWER, AUTHORITY, and undeniable VALUE that leaves the competition in the dust.

In this recording, I’ll hand you the exact phrases you need to inject into your system NOW to transform your introduction into a high-impact sales pitch.

LISTEN UP: This isn’t for the faint of heart. This is about crafting an introduction that DEMANDS attention, builds instant rapport, and leaves the hiring manager begging you to accept the job.

Listen, drill these phrases, and build your own arsenal of words. Because in today’s cutthroat job market, you either DOMINATE or you DISAPPEAR.

Time to stop sounding like everyone else and start projecting the UNSTOPPABLE force you really are.

Are you ready to finally make the hiring person fall in love with you, or are you going to let another opportunity slip through your fingers? The choice is yours.

But let’s face it, you are here, because you want to win it all. No participation trophies, no second place…

Are you ready to have more people want to hire you?

Anatoly

(P.S. This recording is NOT for those who are satisfied with mediocrity. If you’re looking for fluff, go somewhere else. This is for serious action-takers who are ready to DOMINATE.)

Job Interview Preparation | CEO Interview Strategies From Diverse Business Sectors!

Stop Winging It: Interview Phrases That FORCE Them to Hire You! Episode 406.

Hey, episode 2 of my podcast for French, I'd love to have some of your feedback on how I could make the podcast better!
Here is a file with all of the cultural references we use so that you can understand 100% of what we say (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vPtLGcEBhnv2dkMiDnz5ibYf2ZfF2QIz1JgBF2t1Ie0/edit?usp=sharing).
You can also activate the subtitles in French and English.

I hope you enjoyed it :)

The French of the world

Everyone should read that book! French Podcast #2 with Samuel

BUSINESS ETIQUETTE | GREETINGS AND INTRODUCTIONS.

It is a common courtesy to greet both customers and visitors to your business in a friendly and professional manner. It is also common sense that most companies expect their employees to act professionally and to pay great attention to how they greet visitors.

In any business situation, but especially in an international setting and when communicating in a foreign language, it is imperative that you also pay attention to the societal norms of different cultures and their customs.

For instance, in most western cultures, the handshake is a common greeting which is also used to conclude business dealings. In American culture, the handshake is a sign that a deal has been agreed upon by all parties, and politicians from all countries vie for the obligatory handshake photo opportunity with visiting dignitaries.

Learn more about the handshake and other greetings in episode 2 of BizPod.

Book a lesson with Paul: https://teach.italki.com/teacher/1657616
Book a lesson with Rachel: https://www.italki.com/teacher/1394345

BizPod - The Business English Podcast

BizPod Episode 2 - Professional Introductions

⏳ El Reloj del Tiempo Perdido 🕰️

Lucas siempre fue un apasionado de los objetos antiguos. Un día, mientras exploraba una vieja tienda de antigüedades, encontró un reloj de bolsillo dorado con una inscripción que decía: "Gira y el tiempo te seguirá". Intrigado, lo compró y, al llegar a casa, giró la pequeña perilla sin pensar demasiado. De repente, el aire a su alrededor cambió, y la habitación desapareció. Al abrir los ojos, se encontró en una calle empedrada donde las personas vestían ropas de hace siglos. Había viajado al año 1823.

Confuso pero emocionado, Lucas caminó por la ciudad, maravillado por la vida en el pasado. Pero pronto se dio cuenta de algo inquietante: las personas lo miraban con desconfianza, y un hombre con un abrigo largo lo seguía a todas partes. Asustado, intentó girar la perilla del reloj para volver a su tiempo, pero no funcionó. De repente, el hombre lo alcanzó y le susurró: "Ese reloj no te pertenece, joven viajero. Cada segundo que pasas aquí, el tiempo te reclama más".

Lucas, temblando, corrió hacia el puente principal. El reloj vibraba y parecía calentarse. Con todas sus fuerzas, giró la perilla una vez más. El suelo tembló y todo se desvaneció. Al abrir los ojos, estaba de vuelta en su habitación. Pero había un detalle que lo dejó helado: el calendario en su escritorio marcaba el año 2057.