For us to grow as individuals, it is important for us to try new things, new hobbies, new restaurants and even new hairstyles. Reinvent yourself.

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REINVENT YOURSELF

世界（せかい）には約（やく）7000の言語（げんご）があると言われています。

なぜ、あなたは「日本語」を選（えら）んだんですか？

それを考（かんが）えて、日本語を勉強する「原動力（げんどうりょく）」を見つけましょう！

3 Minutes Japanese Podcast with Ken

ep. 03 - なんで日本語？

في أحد أحياء المدينة،
كان هناك مقهى صغير.

ليس مشهورًا،
ولا فخمًا،
ولا يلفت الانتباه.

طاولات خشبية قديمة،
كراسٍ غير متشابهة،
ورائحة قهوة لا تتغير.

عندما بدأت الحرب،
أُغلقت المحال واحدًا تلو الآخر.
الشوارع فرغت،
والأبواب أُقفلت.

إلا هذا المقهى.

في الصباح،
كان صاحبه يفتح الباب كعادته،
يمسح الطاولات،
ويشغّل الغلاية.

لم يكن يفعل ذلك تحدّيًا،
ولا شجاعةً خارقة،
بل عادة.

كان يقول:
“إذا أغلقتُ المقهى،
فماذا بقي طبيعيًا؟”

كان الزبائن قلّة.
رجل مسنّ يجلس قرب النافذة،
شاب يكتب في دفتر صغير،
وعامل يطلب قهوته ثم يرحل سريعًا.

أحيانًا،
كان صوت الانفجارات قريبًا.
فتسكت الأحاديث،
وتبقى القهوة ساخنة.

لم يكن المقهى مكانًا للكلام عن الحرب،
بل مكانًا للهروب منها.

هنا،
يتحدث الناس عن أشياء بسيطة:
سعر الخبز،
مباراة كرة قدم،
ذكريات قديمة.

ومع كل يوم يمرّ،
صار المقهى شيئًا آخر.

صار علامة.
دليلًا على أن الحياة
لم تستسلم بعد.

حتى عندما انقطعت الكهرباء،
أشعل صاحبه شمعة.
وعندما نفدت القهوة الجيدة،
قال مبتسمًا:
“المهم أن نجلس معًا.”

لم يُكتب عن هذا المقهى في الأخبار،
ولم يظهر في الصور.

لكنه بقي مفتوحًا،
رغم كل شيء.

لأن بعض الأماكن
لا تعيش بالجدران،
بل بالناس…
وبالإصرار الهادئ.

Stories for the Levant - قصص من بِلَادِ الشَام

المقهى الذي لم يُغلِق رغم الحرب 🇱🇧

HSK 5 & Superior Soundscapes

Advanced Chinese Listening：中国第一个冰雪酒店  The First Ice Hotel in China

here are the five most commonly used ways to say "thank you" in Chinese, along with both the Chinese characters and pinyin for each example sentence,  both when used alone and in sentences:

1. 谢谢 (xièxiè) - This is the most common and general way to say "thank you" in Chinese.
Used alone: 谢谢。 (xièxiè)
Used in a sentence: 谢谢你给我这么好的礼物。 (xièxiè nǐ gěi wǒ zhème hǎo de lǐwù) (Thank you for giving me such a nice gift.)

2. 多谢 (duōxiè) - This phrase means "thank you very much."
Used alone: 多谢。 (duōxiè)
Used in a sentence: 多谢你的帮助，我真的很感激。 (duōxiè nǐ de bāngzhù, wǒ zhēn de hěn gǎnjī) (Thank you very much for your help, I really appreciate it.)

3. 谢谢你 (xièxiè nǐ) - This phrase specifically thanks the person being addressed.
Used alone: 谢谢你。 (xièxiè nǐ)
Used in a sentence: 谢谢你为我做的一切。 (xièxiè nǐ wèi wǒ zuò de yīqiè) (Thank you for everything you have done for me.)

4. 谢谢你的帮助 (xièxiè nǐ de bāngzhù) - This phrase thanks someone for their help.
Used alone: 谢谢你的帮助。 (xièxiè nǐ de bāngzhù)
Used in a sentence: 谢谢你的帮助，我现在学会了。 (xièxiè nǐ de bāngzhù, wǒ xiànzài  xuéhuì le) (Thank you for your help, now I can do it.)

5. 非常感谢 (fēicháng gǎnxiè) - This phrase means "thank you very much."
Used alone: 非常感谢。 (fēicháng gǎnxiè)
Used in a sentence: 非常感谢你给我的那份工作。 (fēicháng gǎnxiè nǐ gěi wǒ de nà fèn gōngzuò) (Thank you very much for the job you gave me.)

Five Ways to Say XXX in Chinese

5 ways to say "thank you" in Chinese

Pasado simple, pasado imperfecto y presente simple. 

Paso a Paso: Nivel Básico

Historia del pasado I

👉If you plan to visit Montenegro🛫, here are some restaurants 🍷 you MUST VISIT:
4. STARI MLINI (Dobrota)
5. RESTORAN GALION (Kotor)
6. KONOBA FERAL (Herceg Novi)
For B1 learners and above.
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje! 📚
See you in class!👋


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Top 10 najboljih tradicionalnih restorana u Crnoj Gori - Part 2 - 6/10 (Normal pace B1 and above)

Understanding Change Management
Change management is an essential discipline for organizations facing the ever-changing business environment. It involves a structured approach to transitioning individuals, teams, and organizations from a current state to a desired future state. This can include changes in company culture, internal processes, technology, infrastructure, and corporate hierarchy.

There are two primary types of organizational change:

Adaptive Changes: These are incremental adjustments that organizations make to evolve over time. Examples include hiring new team members or implementing work-from-home policies.
Transformational Changes: These are comprehensive shifts that significantly alter the organization’s operations. Examples include launching new products, entering new markets, or undergoing a company-wide restructuring.

Best Practices

Aligning HR Initiatives
Align HR strategies with the organization’s goals and engage stakeholders to ensure buy-in and facilitate smooth transitions.

Facilitating Open Dialogue
Maintain transparent communication to alleviate uncertainty and build trust among employees.

Sharing the “Why”
Provide the rationale behind changes to help employees understand the necessity of decisions.

Enlisting Sponsors
Secure committed sponsors who actively support the change and can influence its success.

Addressing Employee Concerns
Recognize that employees may resist change for various reasons and provide support to manage this resistance.

Using Storytelling
Employ narratives to convey the organization’s culture, values, and vision, connecting emotionally with employees.

Creating Urgency and Feedback Loops
Communicate the need for change compellingly and establish mechanisms to gather feedback and adjust strategies accordingly.

Securing Leadership Support
Ensure that executives are visibly committed to the change, as their support is crucial for encouraging others to follow.


The Global Professional Podcast

Change Management Best Practices   -  Episode 51

Get ready to infuse your English with the festive spirit in this special episode of "English Learners Boost." Join me as we unwrap the magic of "Useful Phrasal Verbs for the Christmas Season." From getting into the holiday spirit to decking out your surroundings, we'll discover practical examples and useful expressions to navigate the Christmas season with confidence. Plus, don't miss our special segment on giving back during this season of generosity. And, as a bonus, learn how to ring in the New Year with flair and wrap up the festivities in style. Stay tuned for a unique learning experience, and if you're ready to boost your English skills, check out my italki profile for a personalized and immersive learning journey. 'Tis the season to enhance your language skills, and this episode is your ticket to a linguistic sleigh ride!