*This story contains graphic and explicit material it is not recommended for children, only for mature audiences*
In “The Squirrel and the Chipmunk,” a pair of star-crossed lovers is separated by prejudiced family members.
Send me a message for your free pdf copy of this book and if you would like to discuss it. 


Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk and other stories from David Sedaris ( Adult 18+) 

The Squirrel and the Chipmunk (Adult 18+)

Ready to master English idioms and phrases the fun way? Join me as I take you on a journey back to my past job, where I'll introduce you to a cast of unforgettable colleagues! From the office busybody to the ever-optimistic boss, you'll learn common English expressions to describe all sorts of personality traits. This isn't just a lesson; it's a real-world look at how we use language every day. Perfect for anyone looking to expand their vocabulary and sound more like a native speaker.

#English idioms for personality #Phrases to describe people #Workplace vocabulary English
#Learn English through stories #Common English expressions #Advanced English vocabulary #ESL personality adjectives #English for work #How to describe colleagues in English #Fun English lesson #English podcast

English with Hamed

A Job Story in English

Did you know that some words in Spanish have no translation in English?

 This podcast we will talk about these words below:

 - Vaina
- Yeyo
- Perrenque
- Aguacatado

Remember that I teach Spanish on italki, you can book a class for more information you can look at it on my profile :)


Colombia

Palabras que no tiene traducción en ingles (parte 3)

Happy International Mental Health Day! You will hear how to prevent a BURN OUT in Serbian! 🤯
Срећно учење! / Srećno učenje!📚
If you like this podcast, please contact me for the transcript.📰
See you in class!👩‍🏫


SERBIAN TO GO

„Синдром сагоревања“ (burn out) и како се заштитити? -  „Sindrom sagorevanja“ (burn out) i kako se zaštititi? (B1 and above)

This episode teaches how to use 'proud of' correctly and how tone changes meaning, from celebration to quiet strength. Includes a short rhythm practice for natural emphasis.

BrightStep: One Word

Proud

今年の7月に日本で大地震が発生するといううわさが広まっているようです。そのことに関するニュースについて話しました。

にほんごタイム🇯🇵Learn Japanese with Sayuri!

［ニュース］大地震のうわさ

Los nachos son un snack popular alrededor del mundo, por lo que no es novedad que restaurantes, cafeterías y hasta las dulcerías de cines y centros de espectáculos los incluyan dentro de su carta.

Esta popularidad ha dado origen a diversas versiones de la receta, las cuales agregan condimentos u otros ingredientes dependiendo de la región en donde se preparen, además de que muchas eliminan el picante. Sin embargo, la constante siguen siendo el queso y la tortilla frita en trozos, también conocidos como totopos.

Una de las recetas más famosas de los nachos es la versión clásica estadounidense, la cual consta de totopos y queso tipo americano derretido; así como la versión del estado de Texas que agrega su tradicional chilli con carne.

Esta fama ha favorecido la creencia de que se trata de un platillo estadounidense, aunque su principal ingrediente: la tortilla y el chile, son dos alimentos distintivos de la comida mexicana.

Pese a la popularidad fomentada por la cocina Tex-Mex, los nachos son un platillo de mexicano, el cual fue creado por Ignacio Anaya un cocinero de Coahuila, quien creó el plato en 1943 en la ciudad de Piedras Negras.

Según la tradición oral de dicha ciudad, el platillo fue producto del ingenio de Nacho -sobrenombre utilizado comúnmente para a quienes se llaman Ignacio- quien trabajaba en un restaurante local y lo creó como forma de salir de un apuro.

El establecimiento, que normalmente atendía al público local, recibió la visita de un grupo de mujeres esposas de soldados estadounidenses que residían en la base aérea de Fort Duncan, quienes solicitaron algo para comer como aperitivo.

Esta petición puso en apuros al restaurante, pues en ese momento contaban con pocos insumos en la cocina. Fue entonces que Nacho decidió tomar unos totopos de maíz, mezclarlos con queso y jalapeños en rodajas, para luego meterlos al horno.

Spanish México

LA HISTORIA DE "LOS NACHOS".

En este episodio hablaré sobre Chile, información relevante sobre su cultura, su música, sus ciudades y otros detalles. Bienvenidos.

Learn Spanish with Rick.

Episodio 4 - Chile, sí poh.

Recently, I coached a team of four – 2 talented software developers, a product manager, and a product designer – at a startup facing a decision. Their current product management system was a mix of spreadsheets, emails, and sticky notes, hindering collaboration and development. They needed to persuade their founder to adopt Jira, a project management tool.

We began by dissecting the founder's viewpoint.  Was it a fear of change? A concern about learning a new system?  Through open-ended questions and active listening, we discovered the founder valued efficiency and transparency.

The team knew the founder's needs and wants so we crafted a persuasive narrative.  The developers highlighted how Jira's bug tracking system would streamline communication and expedite fixes. The product manager showcased how Jira's visual boards would enhance project visibility, ensuring everyone was on the same page.  The designer emphasized the improved user interface and workflows, promoting user adoption.

We gathered data showcasing the wasted time and communication breakdowns caused by their current system. We contrasted it with quantifiable benefits of Jira – faster development cycles, improved team collaboration, and reduced errors.  

We set up a demo of Jira, showcasing how it addressed their specific pain points. I prepped the team to answer potential objections and provide examples of companies using Jira.

The final step was a unified presentation.  Each team member presented their department's perspective, painting a clear picture of the benefits across the development workflow. 

The founder, impressed by the team's research, data, and collaborative effort, agreed to a Jira trial.  Their persuasive communication, grounded in understanding their audience's needs and presenting a clear solution, secured a win for the entire team. This success story highlights the power of effective communication in driving positive change within a startup environment.