Do you find it difficult to manage your time? What about other people you know? Do you think this is an effect of the modern world or something else? Today Nick discusses some ideas around this to help you with IELTS speaking Part 3 and Writing Part 2.

IELTS with Nick - World Knowledge 

Why do some people struggle to manage their time effectively?

今週の金曜日からゴールデンウィークが始まる。
ゴールデンウィークとは、４月末から５月初めにたくさんの祝日が重なる大型連休のことだ。
私は毎年この連休期間中、大体バイトや仕事をしていたので、どこかへ出かけた記憶はあまりない。
今年は大阪の実家に帰って、友達と食事に行ったり、母と神戸旅行に行く予定だ。
だから今はとてもウキウキしていて、待ち遠しい。

izm's room

春の大型連休！

The story text plz check it on my YouTube channel

Learning Chinese by reading picture book

Learning Chinese  by reading picture book

How motivated are you? Learn about the types of motivation and understand how it can help you learn a language. 

 Ideas for Learning English

Motivation

English on the Road Episode #1 - Canadian Provinces
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In this episode, I talk about the ten provinces of Canada. 

English on the Road 

Canadian Provinces

Word Spotlight: “Serendipity” Hello, language lovers! Here’s a beautiful word for you: “serendipity.” It means a happy or lucky discovery made by chance. For example, “Finding my favourite book in a café was pure serendipity.” This word could add charm to your vocabulary. Use it when something unexpected and wonderful happens.
Isn’t it serendipity you’re learning this word now?

Mini podcasts about Idioms, Expressions, Vocabulary and so on...

Serendipity

In the business world, active listening goes beyond simply hearing information. It's a strategic communication skill that fosters deeper understanding, builds trust, and improves collaboration. It involves giving your full attention to a speaker, both verbally and nonverbally, to grasp the complete message. This includes:

Paying close attention: Minimize distractions, maintain eye contact, and avoid formulating counter-arguments while someone speaks.
Understanding nonverbal cues: Notice body language, tone of voice, and facial expressions to glean underlying emotions or unspoken concerns.
Asking clarifying questions: Don't assume you understand everything. Use open-ended questions to encourage elaboration and ensure you're on the same page.
Paraphrasing and summarizing: Reflect back key points in your own words to confirm comprehension and demonstrate attentiveness.
Empathy and emotional intelligence: Acknowledge the speaker's feelings and tailor your responses to create a safe space for open communication.
Active listening benefits businesses in numerous ways:

Stronger client relationships: By truly understanding client needs, businesses can provide more relevant solutions and build lasting partnerships.
Enhanced negotiation and sales: Active listening allows salespeople to tailor pitches and identify client concerns for successful deal-closing.
Improved team dynamics: Active listening fosters collaboration by ensuring everyone feels heard and valued, leading to better problem-solving and decision-making.
Reduced conflict: By giving speakers their due attention and clarifying positions, misunderstandings and conflicts are minimized.
Increased productivity: Active listening avoids wasted time due to miscommunication and ensures everyone is working towards the same goals.
By actively listening, businesses create a communication culture that fosters trust, collaboration, and ultimately, success. 

The Global Professional Podcast

Active Listening Explained - Episode 81

IELTS Speaking Preparation. Band 8-9 Answers. Part 1 - Walking.

A rather simple one for today:

Q. Do you go places on foot a lot?
Q. Did you walk more when you were younger?
Q. Why do some people prefer walking to driving a car?
Q. Do people in your country walk a lot?

How easy was it for you to answer these 4 questions? 