
The Little Prince meets a geographer who knows everything about the world—but has never seen it himself. 

Listen in Farsi and learn new words about knowledge, discovery, and curiosity.

Once Upon a Time

شازده کوچولو، فصل پانزدهم

元の記事/ Original Article↓
https://toyokeizai.net/articles/-/537600

｢わが子の｢クラス･担任替え｣学校に相談すべき理由」という記事を音読しつつ、思うことを話しました。みなさんも学校制度について思うことがあれば、教えてください！

☆目次
0:00 オープニング
0:57 (p1)1-3
1:31 クラス替え
2:37 (p1)4-5
3:34 相談した方がいいとき
6:07 (p1)6-9
7:44 小学生時代
11:42 (p2)1-3
12:31 先生も知りたい
13:58 (p2)4-8
15:30 交渉術
17:42 (p3)1
17:59 大人の判断力
18:55 (p3)2-4
19:58 担任
21:55 (p3)5-13
24:16 まとめ

☆語彙
可視化（かしか）
信頼関係（しんらいかんけい）
教壇（きょうだん）に立（た）つ
合唱（がっしょう）
身勝手（みがって）
判断基準（はんだんきじゅん）
視点（してん）
骨（ほね）が折（お）れる
対等（たいとう）
ごまをする
つきはなす
想像（そうぞう）に容易（たやす）い
責任者（せきにんしゃ）
閉鎖的（へいさてき）

☆引用文献
親野 智可等. “わが子の｢クラス･担任替え｣学校に相談すべき理由: もし来年に心配があるなら春休み前に行動を”. 東洋経済ONLINE. 2022-3-11. http://toyokeizai.net/articles/-/537600, (参照 2022-03-11).

"After 5" by Japanese Teacher

“The reason why you should talk with your child’s teacher about a new class” ｢わが子の｢クラス･担任替え｣学校に相談すべき理由」

Clase gratis de Presente de Subjuntivo: https://spanishwithberta.systeme.io/presentedesubjuntivo

Español coloquial

Me da mal rollo que venga mi exnovio a la fiesta

Conoce en un tan solo un minuto un poco sobre nuestro famoso escritor que ganó un premio Nobel...

In just one minute, learn a little about our famous Nobel Prize-winning writer...

Podcast en español para principiantes - Vocabulary (Podcast in Spanish for beginners)

Gabriel García Márquez 

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

Robert, a talented but interview-anxious software developer, landed his dream job interview. He had the technical skills, but his past experiences with open-ended questions left him feeling unprepared.  To help, I, his career coach, introduced him to the power of behavioral interviewing.

We started by dissecting the job description. We identified key skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and communication.  Then, I crafted mock behavioral questions targeting those skills. For example, "Tell me about a time you debugged a complex coding error while collaborating with a team."

Next, I introduced Robert to the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).  We practiced crafting compelling responses using his past projects.  For the example question, Robert described a project with a critical bug impacting user experience. He highlighted how he collaborated with his team, broke down the issue logically, and ultimately identified the root cause, leading to a successful fix.

The coaching didn't stop there.  We role-played the interview, focusing on clear communication and confident delivery.  I encouraged Robert to use action verbs and quantify his achievements where possible.  Instead of simply saying "fixed the bug," he could say "identified and resolved a critical bug, improving application performance by 20%."

The interview day arrived, and Robert aced it!  He later told me the behavioral questions felt familiar thanks to our preparation.  By showcasing his past experiences using the STAR method, he convinced the interviewer of his skills and fit for the role.  Robert's success story is a testament to the power of behavioral interview preparation. 

How I coached a software developer to get the job - Episode 70

Сегодня мы будем говорить о наших милых друзьях — о кошках 🐱. Вы когда-нибудь замечали, что они ведут себя странно? Например, почему кошки могут спать весь день, а ночью вдруг бегают по квартире, как сумасшедшие? Почему они обожают коробки и могут долго в них сидеть? Сегодня я расскажу вам, откуда у кошек такие интересные привычки.
Весь текст подкаста здесь: https://goo.su/zlymv

Lera teaches Russian

#2. Почему кошки такие странные? Why are cats so weird? 

Las abuelas son fuentes de conocimiento, tienen soluciones para todo. En el episodio de hoy vamos a hablar de algunas de estas soluciones tradiciones que tienen las abuelas españolas y que se encargan de pasar de generación en generación. Estos remedios son conocidos como remedios de la abuela.

¿Conocías estos remedios tradicionales? ¿Conoces algún otro? ¿Cuáles son los remedios típicos de las abuelas en tu país?
