The name “Confucius” might seem distant and boring. But Confucianism is integrated into the daily life of Chinese people. Have you ever thought that he Confucius  was also a child who was confused, full of dreams and undisciplined like us? In this episode, let's start with Confucius and see who he is
孔子，好像是一个遥远而无聊的名词，又好像融入在中国人日常生活的点点滴滴。你可曾想过，他也是一个曾和我们一样，有着迷茫和困惑、梦想和不甘的有血有肉的孩子呢，这一期，让我们从孔子开始，看看他是谁 

中华文化Dinah说

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100% Real Korean Conversation

100% Real Korean Conversation Ep.2 Restaurant, Cafe

Describing the context in which you heard a Word or an Idiom, making silly stories or puns are all great mnemonic devices which help us remember new Vocabulary.



All Things English

Vocabulary Acquisition - Describing the Context

Dear Russian language students and teachers!

Here is another 1-minute audio for your better understanding of a common situation as doing grocery shopping in a supermarket. It comes in handy when you are in a Russian supermarket where staff usually don't speak English or any other foreign language.

Good luck!

Elena.

1-minute Survival Russian for Travelling (A1-A2)

Как покупать продукты в супермаркете_How to do a grocery shopping in a supermarket

Talk about your health : स्वास्थ को बारे मा कुरा गरौ [ swastha ko bare ma kura graou] 

I have cold  & fever : मलाई चिसो र ज्वोरो छ [ malai chiso r joro cha] chiso : Cold ( sick) / Cold ( cold object) , Joro : fever
I have cough : मलाई खोकी छ  [ malai khoki cha ] 
I have runny nose : मलाई रुगा लागेको छ  [ malai ruga lageko cha ] ruga : runny nose 
I have throat ache : घाँटी दुखेको छ [ ghati dhukhe ko cha ] ghati : throad , dhukhe ko : in pain 
I have a headace : [ tauko dhukhe ko cha ] tauko : head 
I am sick : [ m birami chu] birami : sick/ ill
Are you all right ?  [ Aaraam cha ? ] [Sanchai cha ?] 
 Audience :shrotahru 
I will take a rest now : [ ab ma aaraam garchu] 


Let's talk Nepali 

आज मलाई ठिक छैन | When you want to talk about your health and say I am not well today.

For intermediate level learners of Japanese
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NEW PRACTICAL JAPANESE WORDS -intermediate podcast lessons!!

Listening CHALLENGE！ 道を車で走っていたときのこと

Another unexpected short story by the world-famous British writer. This story will be read in one episode.  

Stories to Stimulate!

The Butler - by Roald Dahl

Negotiation and Change Management: Navigating the Corporate Seas

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the ability to negotiate and manage change is akin to navigating treacherous seas. Successful captains of industry understand that these skills are not just necessary; they are the rudder that steers the corporate ship through both calm and stormy waters.

The Art of Negotiation

Negotiation is the subtle art of reaching an agreement that benefits all parties involved. It’s a dance of communication, where each step is carefully calculated to achieve a harmonious outcome. For managers, negotiation skills are indispensable. They are the tools that help forge strong stakeholder relationships, drive business objectives, and resolve conflicts that could otherwise fester into costly disputes.

Change Management: The Compass of Progress

Change management, on the other hand, is the compass that guides a company towards progress. It involves preparing, supporting, and helping individuals, teams, and organizations in making organizational change. Leaders who excel in change management not only anticipate the shifts in their industry but also create the strategies that will enable their teams to adapt swiftly and efficiently.

Combining Forces for Success

When negotiation and change management converge, they create a powerful synergy. Negotiation skills allow managers to involve key stakeholders in the change process, increasing buy-in and reducing resistance. Meanwhile, change management provides the framework for implementing the negotiated agreements, ensuring that the change is not just accepted but embraced.


As we sail into the future, the waters of business will only get more challenging. But with robust negotiation and change management skills, managers can not only weather the storms but also harness the winds of change to propel their organizations to new heights. It’s time to set sail and navigate the corporate seas with confidence and skill.


The Global Professional Podcast

Episode 53

Today's topic is, how to be more confident when speaking in meetings.

Some of you might know this already but my full time job is working with non native English speakers one to one on video calls to improve their’s confidence and ability when using English at work. And the number one thing that people tell me they need to improve is their confidence in meetings. How can I become more confident in meetings, how can I express my ideas better, how can I make my meetings easier. This is what we’re going to discuss today. 

For non-native English speakers, speaking in meetings can be a challenging and daunting task. Whether you’re presenting in front of a large group or just participating in a small discussion, it can be difficult to feel confident in your ability to express yourself. However, with a few simple tips, you can start speaking more confidently in meetings sooner rather than later.

At the same time, we’re going to look at some useful vocabulary and sentence structures that we can use to do this. So if you want to grab a pen to take some notes, feel free, and let’s get started.

Oh, and right at the end we’ll review a couple of the more interesting pieces of vocabulary I’ve included in today’s podcast.