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Intermediate Chinese Listening

this episode is a kind of story that shows how laziness is bad thing and you should avoid it . it shows this through a story . hope you  enjoy that and improve your Farsi with that 

قصه های فارسی Persian stories 

تنبلی laziness 

¿Estamos bien comunicados o bien incomunicados? ¿No te pasa que todo y estando la persona no más lejos que la distancia que hay entre tu dedo y el icono del contacto, se te hace muy difícil presionar el cristal de tu teléfono? 

AUDIO-ARTÍCULOS (Nivel B2-C1)

Sistemas de (In)Comunicación

Listen to a story about a time I was scared. 
Review narrative tenses. Narrative tenses are past tenses we use to tell stories. There are four tenses we use: 
- past simple (-ed / irregular)
- past continuous (was / were + verb-ing)
- past perfect simple (had + past participle)
- past perfect continuous (had + been + verb-ing)
Listen to the story and notice the past tenses you here. Complete the quiz: Narrative tenses 1 after you finish. Remember, you can listen to the story again and write down the past tense examples you hear. 
Enjoy! 😀


Katie's English Podcast

A Time You Were Scared 😱: Narrative tenses 1

You've landed the interview – congratulations! Now you need to convince them that you're the perfect fit. Focus on confident communication. It's not about bragging; it's about presenting yourself with clarity, authority, and a winning mindset.

First impressions matter.  Avoid the passive voice and vague statements. Instead of saying, "I could potentially contribute," say, "I'm eager to leverage my marketing expertise to expand your customer base."  Action verbs like "leverage" and "expand" showcase your proactive approach.

Back up your claims with results. Don't just say you're a team player.  Tell a story!  "In my previous role, I collaborated with a diverse team to launch a new product that boosted sales by 20%." Specific examples paint a vivid picture of your accomplishments.

Speak directly to the interviewer. Phrases like "I think" weaken your message. Instead, take ownership of your ideas. Say, "We can implement a strategy that tackles your current challenges head-on." This conveys confidence and decisiveness.

Focus on the positive. When discussing past experiences, highlight your successes. Did you overcome a challenge? Learned a new skill quickly? Share those stories! They demonstrate your adaptability and willingness to learn.

Remember, the interview is a two-way street. Tailor your language to the company culture. Research their values and communication style. If they're data-driven, use metrics and numbers. A laid-back startup might appreciate a more enthusiastic and creative approach.

Finally, don't underestimate the power of body language. Maintain eye contact, project good posture, and speak with a clear, enthusiastic tone. It all adds up to a confident presence that will leave a lasting impression.

Showcase your skills and experience, but also assess if the company culture aligns with your own communication style.  Confident communication is a win-win, helping you land the job you deserve and find a work environment where you can thrive.

The Global Professional Podcast

Getting the Job: Confident Language During the Interview EP 32

¿Estás hasta las narices de algo? ¿Estás hasta las narices de tu compañero o compañera de trabajo? Esto pasa a veces ...

Expresiones en español

Estar hasta las narices

En este episodio aprenderas las diferencias de los verbos intentar, tratar y probar, con algunos ejemplos y especificaciones

Spanish Shortcut

EP 22. INTENTAR, TRATAR & PROBAR

In questo podcast parlo di una cosa che é molto importante per la cultura italiana, la colazione al bar, per quelli che stanno imparando questa lingua può essere molto utile e interessante.

Vivendo tra due lingue

Colazione all'italiana

En español, como en otros idiomas usamos muchas expresiones. En este episodio comparto algunas de ellas que son muy comunes en España y que además usan el verbo estar.
Después de escuchar el episodio, no te olvides de dejar una valoración a este podcast ni de pasarte por mi Instagram para decirme qué te ha parecido, ¿conocías las expresiones que menciono? ¿Conoces alguna otra que use el verbo estar? ¡Te espero! 
