This episode will teach you all the top vocabulary and expressions related to time management.
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Time Management

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Clara, a brilliant data analyst with a mind for numbers, walked into my office looking like a storm cloud. Networking events were her kryptonite. "I freeze up," she confessed, "Small talk? Forget it! I just stand there awkwardly, feeling like a total outsider."

Clara's shyness was hindering her career. Her analytical skills were top-notch, but promotions often went to colleagues who could "schmooze" with decision-makers. I knew I could help.

Our first step was reframing networking. Instead of a dreaded chore, we saw it as an opportunity to connect with people who shared her passion for data. We practiced "elevator pitches" - concise introductions highlighting her expertise. We focused on open-ended questions, like "What's the biggest data challenge you're facing?" to spark engaging conversations.

Next, we tackled the "shy freeze." Role-playing helped Clara practice making eye contact, smiling warmly, and using active listening techniques like nodding and acknowledging what the other person said. We even practiced "exit strategies" - polite ways to excuse herself from a conversation when she felt overwhelmed.

The turning point came when I suggested Clara volunteer at a data analysis conference.  She'd be interacting with people who shared her interests, but in a less intimidating setting.  It worked! Clara's passion for data analysis shone through, and she ended up having stimulating conversations with attendees.

The next networking event was a different story. Armed with her practiced pitch and newfound confidence, Clara actively approached people, discussed data trends, and even shared a few insights herself. She even left with a business card from a potential mentor!

Today, Clara is a networking pro.  She still gets nervous, but she no longer lets shyness hold her back.  Clara's story proves that anyone can become a confident networker with the right tools and a supportive coach.

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Richard Floyd McCoy, arrested six months after the DB Cooper hijacking, displayed striking similarities in his own hijacking, demanding $500,000 and parachutes in a manner reminiscent of Cooper. However, McCoy's escape was short-lived as the FBI found him with cash and parachutes, leading to a 45-year prison sentence. Some believe McCoy and Cooper may be the same person. Sheridan Peterson, a Boeing employee and skilled skydiver, drew suspicion due to a physical resemblance and remained a suspect until his death in 2021. Eric Ulis, an amateur sleuth, was 98% convinced of Peterson's involvement. Another suspect, Robert Rackstraw, an army veteran and helicopter pilot, became a late '70s suspect but never explicitly denied being Cooper. However, Rackstraw's age in 1971 contradicts the reported age of Cooper at the time.

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

THE CURIOUS CASE OF DB COOPER P2

First and foremost, carefully read the instructions for each T-F-NG question. Pay attention to any specific guidelines, such as whether the statements must be supported by evidence in the passage or if they should reflect the writer's opinion.

Next, proceed to read the passage thoroughly, keeping in mind the statements provided in the question. Pay close attention to the relevant sections that may contain information relating to the statements. Look for keywords or phrases that directly address or contradict the statements.

When evaluating each statement, consider whether there is clear evidence in the passage that supports its truthfulness. If you find explicit information that confirms the statement, mark it as "True." Conversely, if you encounter evidence that directly contradicts the statement, mark it as "False." Be cautious not to base your decision on assumptions or personal opinions. Stick to the information presented in the passage.

There may be instances where the information regarding a statement is not explicitly stated in the passage. In such cases, mark the statement as "Not Given." Remember, "Not Given" means there is insufficient information to confirm or deny the statement's truthfulness.

It's crucial to be aware of any qualifying words or phrases in the statements, such as "all," "only," "always," or "never." Pay close attention to these qualifiers, as they can significantly affect the accuracy of the statement.

Time management is key when answering T-F-NG questions. Allocate a specific amount of time for each question and avoid spending too much time on a single statement. If you're unsure about a statement, make an educated guess and move on. You can revisit it later if time allows.


IELTS Insights📚📝

IELTS INSIGHTS READING T-F-NG

Слова из эпизода: высокий - очень значительный, возвышенный (книжн.) - high; чистая красота - pure beauty; непременно - обязательно - necessarily; глупый - неумный - silly, foolish; вглядеться - пристально рассматривать - gaze, scrutinize; всмотреться - рассмотреть внимательно - take a close look, examine closely, peer; черта - особенность, качество - trait, characteristic, feature; взгляд - gaze, look, sight; мало-помалу - постепенно, понемногу - little by little, gradually; поразительное безобразие - ужасное, неприятное зрелище - shocking ugliness; увлечься - целиком отдаться занятию, чувству -  fall for, take a fancy to, be fascinated; удовлетвориться - быть довольным - be satisfied, content; гарем - harem; исполненный - полный, наполненный чем-то - filled, full of; необычайный - выдающийся, удивительный - extraordinary, remarkable; двигать - приводить в движение, перемещать - move; исполнять - в значении создавать, творить сейчас, осуществлять - do, fulfill, accomplish; строить судьбу - создавать судьбу, планировать будущее - build one's destiny; явно или тайно - открыто или скрыто - openly or secretly; присутствовать - находиться, быть на месте - be present, attend; событие - то, что случилось - event, happening, occasion; грация - изящность, элегантность - grace; своего рода - определенного типа, особого рода - a kind of, a sort of; воплощение - олицетворение - embodiment, incarnation; дурной собой - некрасивый человек - bad-looking, ugly; блестеть - сверкать, сиять - shine, glitter; материя - вещество, материал - matter, substance; палить - гореть, сжигать - burn, scorch; будить - пробуждать, вызывать - awaken, arouse; шевелить мысль - внушать идеи, активизировать мысль - stir up thoughts; поднимать дух - вдохновлять - lift spirits; на высоте своего достоинства - во всей красе, на пике своей значимости - at the height of one's dignity; мелочь - незначительная вещь - small detail; не грязнить чистоту - сохранять чистоту, не пачкать - keep purity, not soil.

Reading Russian

Отрывок из романа "Обрыв" И.А. Гончаров

日本(にほん)のiPhone16は安(やす)い？
Is the iPhone 16 cheap in Japan?
아이폰 16은 일본이 더 싸나?

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日本(にほん)のiPhone16は安(やす)い？Is the iPhone 16 cheap in Japan?

Meetings can be intimidating for a lot of people, even to native speakers! 
Especially if you’re meeting with people who you don’t know very well, if at all. Today we’re going to look at a few pieces of vocabulary that you might hear in meetings and that you might be able to use yourself. At the end we also have our 'big discussion question'.

You can find the vocabulary from this podcast in the vocabulary sets on my profile. I hope you enjoy today's podcast and I look forward to meeting you on a call very soon!