【北海道Hokkaido生活】
〈#106〉8月19日金曜日　天気/晴れ　気温/24℃ 

白糠町/しらぬかちょう
・バドミントンの小学生の全国大会で優勝した小学生が凱旋
・選手は花束を受け取った
・インドネシアのコーチの指導を受けてる

［単語］
バドミントン/ばどみんとん…スポーツのひとつ
全国/ぜんこく…国の全部
大会/たいかい...だれが1番か決める
優勝/ゆうしょう…勝つ
凱旋/がいせん…勝って、自分の町に帰ること
花束/はなたば…たくさんの花
インドネシア/いんどねしあ…Indonesia
コーチ/こーち…先生
指導/しどう…教える


〈美和Miwa〉
日本語の先生
Podcast「どこでも.JAPANESE」も放送中！

レッスン待ってます♪

北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#106〉8月19日金曜日　バドミントン優勝の小学生が町に帰る

Building Rapport

Ask Open-Ended Questions:  Ditch the "yes or no" questions.  Instead, ask questions that prompt elaboration and showcase your genuine interest in the other person's work and experiences. Examples include: "What are you currently working on that excites you the most?" or "What challenges are you facing in your industry?"

Actively Listen and Respond:  Pay close attention to their answers.  Nod, use verbal affirmations like "interesting" or "I see," and ask follow-up questions that demonstrate you're truly engaged.

Find Common Ground:  Look for shared interests, experiences, or industry knowledge. This creates a sense of connection and makes conversation flow more naturally. Mention a mutual colleague, a recent industry trend, or a shared alma mater (if appropriate).

Be a Giver, Not Just a Taker:  Networking is a two-way street. Offer your own insights, share relevant resources, or connect them with someone in your network who might be of value.

Remember Names and Details:  People appreciate being remembered.  Make a conscious effort to memorize names and revisit key points mentioned during the conversation.

Embrace Storytelling:  Weave relatable anecdotes or personal experiences into your conversation to illustrate your points and create a more memorable interaction.

Be Authentic and Positive:   People connect with genuine personalities.   Be yourself, showcase your enthusiasm, and maintain a positive outlook

Follow Up:  Don't let the connection fade. Send a personalized email within 24 hours thanking them for the conversation and mentioning a specific detail you discussed.

Nurture the Relationship:  Stay connected on LinkedIn, send them relevant articles, or offer congratulations on their achievements. This demonstrates your continued interest and builds a stronger bond.



The Global Professional Podcast

Building Rapport - Episode 75

The Super Bowl, one of the biggest nights in US sports — and the American cultural calendar — ended with victory for the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday February 9.

The Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in New Orleans. The game was played amid heavy security — and with President Donald Trump in attendance — just 41 days after a man drove a truck into New Year's partygoers on the city's Bourbon Street.

There were tributes before the game to the 14 people who were killed in the incident.

On the field, there was plenty for millions of viewers around the world to enjoy — although the game was not so enjoyable for Chiefs fans.

The Kansas franchise had won three out of the last five Super Bowls, but they didn't come close in the 59th edition.

Not even the presence of pop superstar Taylor Swift, who has spent all season supporting boyfriend Travis Kelce, a player with the Chiefs, could make a difference!

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said his players had to work together to win. "This is the ultimate team game. You can't be great without the greatness of others," he said.

The Chiefs' star quarterback Patrick Mahomes was kept quiet by the Eagles defense, denying him a fourth Super Bowl win.

A lot of the pre-game interest in the Super Bowl had centered around the traditional halftime entertainment, with rapper Kendrick Lamar performing just days after winning five Grammy awards.

His show didn't disappoint, with dancers in red, white and blue performing around a car onstage, while the rapper also performed his Grammy-winning song of the year "Not Like Us."

However, one of the many performers was detained on the field after unfurling a combination of the Sudanese and Palestinian flags with "Sudan" and "Gaza" written on it.

An NFL spokesperson told The Associated Press that the performer would be banned for life from all NFL stadiums and events.

Trump, meanwhile, became the first serving US President to attend the Super Bowl.

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Drama On and Off Field as Eagles Win Super Bowl

Learn English with Stories

Lots of Kittens!

In Chinese there’s a word called 衣食住行 (yi1 shi2 zhu4 xing2), representing the 4 essential aspects in our life: clothing, food, place to live and going out. In today’s episode we are tackling the last aspect ‘行’. What are the most popular transportations in China? What transportation we DO NOT have in China? And many more! 

Chillchat (Learn Chinese and Chill)

Transportation Information! Best Way to Get Around in China?

Hey there, English learners! Welcome to 'Word of the Day.' Today's word is 'Serendipity' - finding something good by chance. It's a six-syllable word, pronounced suh-ren-dip-i-tee. For example, meeting an old friend unexpectedly at the airport is a serendipitous moment. Remember, synonyms include 'luck' and 'chance.' It originates from a fairy tale called 'The Three Princes of Serendip.' Share your serendipitous moments with us! Until next time, happy learning!https://www.italki.com/i/reft/aBEb0a/aBEb0a/english?hl=en&utm_source=copy_link&utm_medium=share_teacher

LEARN BY LISTENING

Word Of The Day

В этом выпуске мы узнаем, как живёт девушка на берегу озера. Что случилось с ней? 
Чтобы вы лучше поняли аудио, я оставлю текст внизу для практики чтения. 

Была ночь. Я вышла на улицу. Шёл дождь и дул ветер. Я хотела приготовить ужин, но у меня была только картошка. Я отварила картошку и приготовила чай. После ужина, я решила немного почитать потому что не хотела спать. Я взяла мою любимую книгу "Мастер и Маргарита" и начала читать. Я даже не заметила, как быстро пролетело время. Я думаю, что я читала около двух часов. Потом я уснула и проснулась на следующий день ранним утром. Я проснулась рано, потому что в доме было холодно. Я быстро надела тёплый свитер, тёплые носки и пошла подогреть чай. Я думаю, сегодня будет тихий и спокойный день.



 Russian stories with Elena Русские истории с Еленой

Девушка, которая живёт на берегу озера. Часть 3. 

Check out these fantastic Book Descriptions your colleagues will surely be impressed by when sharing your novel remembrances!

