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Next Level German with Daniel

Deutsch durchdacht 

Episode 2: Der Winter

En este episodio , Jon (Madrid) Y Joan (Barcelona) hablarán sobre las diferentes tradiciones que se pueden encontrar en España cada 23 de abril, día internacional del libro. ¡Relájate y escúchanos!

¡Qué Pasa! Podcast en Español

EL DÍA DEL LIBRO Y DRAGONES MUERTOS

Sales of Apple’s iPhone Air, the biggest shake-up to its smartphone design in years, have been worse than expected as consumers opted for better value and higher specifications.



The Short And Sweet English Learning Podcast

Apple’s ‘skinny’ iPhone falls flat with disappointing early sales

第5课  就买这件吧

一、听力  第一部分
1.我今天有点儿累，去外面吃晚饭吧。
2.他们都在准备下午的考试呢。
3.医生说喝茶对身体很好。
4.我准备了你爱吃的鱼。
5.这件衣服还不错，你喜欢就买吧。

第二部分
6. 男：今天晚上你想吃什么？
女：我们在家吃吧，就做你爱吃的。
7. 男：你想不想去看电影？ 
   女：我有点儿累，在家看电视吧。
8. 男：你和小明在做什么呢？ 
女：我们在准备明天的考试呢。
9. 女：医生说每天喝咖啡对身体不好。 
 男：以后我不喝咖啡了，喝茶。
10. 女：你看看，这件衣服怎么样？
男：我觉得有点儿大，那件还不错。

第三部分
11. 女：外面有点儿冷！
   男：是啊，我们就在咖啡馆看书吧。
   问：他们在哪儿看书？
12.男：我去准备晚饭。你们爱吃什么？
女：我丈夫和我都爱吃鱼。
   问：她丈夫最爱吃什么？
13. 女：这个椅子怎么样？
男：我儿子不到一米，这个有点儿高。
问：女的为什么不买这个椅子？
14. 女：你昨天的考试怎么样？
男：听和说还不错。
问：男的昨天的考试怎么样？
15. 女：吃苹果对身体好，但是也不能吃太多。
   男：我以后少吃一点儿，每天吃一个。
问：男的以前每天吃几个苹果？


hsk2 第5课  就买这件吧

Starting early, so you get to hear the cicadas! Also, I said "fattoria organica", but I should have said "biologica".

Bedside Italian

Bedside Italian #13 - Pomeriggio al fiume e limonata alla liquirizia (ft. the cicadas!)

Nivel A2+. B1. Temática Cultural. Hoy hablamos sobre estos términos y respondemos preguntas que han hecho los estudiantes. 

¿Hispanos, o Iberos o Latinos?: 
Hay que considerar aspectos lingüísticos y geográficos, pero también culturales. Como parte del audio te dejo algunas preguntas... que puedes responder en clase, o que puedes compartir con tus compañeros de lenguaje e integrarlas en su próxima práctica.

Recuerda: Tienes el PDF con la transcripción para seguir el audio con la lectura, estrategia muy útil en este nivel. Solo tienes que enviarme un mensaje y te lo envío.

Gracias por tu visita, por tus comentarios y por compartir este Podcast.

Yo soy Rocío, tu profesora de Rocío en Español. Hasta la próxima : ).

Rocío en Español Podcast

8. ¿Hispano, Latino, Ibero... ?... ¿Cuál es la diferencia?

Forget bullet points and dry statistics. Capturing attention and sparking action requires a different approach: storytelling.  Effective communication transforms you from an information provider into a captivating storyteller, weaving a narrative that resonates with your audience.

Why Stories?

Humans are wired for stories. They tap into emotions, create a sense of connection, and make information more memorable.  A well-crafted story in a business presentation can:

Illustrate complex concepts: Imagine explaining a new marketing strategy. By weaving a story about a customer's journey, you make the strategy relatable and engaging.
Highlight challenges and solutions: Business is full of obstacles. Share a story about overcoming a past hurdle, showcasing your problem-solving expertise.
Inspire and motivate: The most powerful stories evoke emotions and ignite action. Use a story of a customer's success to inspire others to do the same.

Identify the Hero: Every story needs a hero. In a business context, the hero could be your customer, your team, or even your company itself.
Define the Obstacle: What challenges does the hero face? This could be a market disruption, a competitor's strategy, or an internal obstacle to overcome.
Showcase the Journey: How does the hero overcome the obstacles? This is where you highlight your product, service, or strategy in action.
Deliver a Satisfying Resolution: What is the positive outcome of the story? Did the hero achieve their goal? Leave your audience with a sense of accomplishment and hope.
Storytelling in Action:

Imagine pitching your innovative new software to potential investors. Instead of a dry presentation full of technical jargon, weave a story about a struggling small business frustrated with outdated software.  Highlight how your product transformed their operations, leading to increased efficiency and growth.  This narrative approach connects on an emotional level, making your pitch more memorable and impactful.



The Global Professional Podcast

Storytelling in Business Communication  EP 28

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