What is the passive voice and how do we use it?

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Passive Voice

In today's episode I would like to discuss "Mother's day and why it is so important to people".

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Episode 10: Happy Mother's Day. What do people do on Mother's day?

Negotiations are a dance – a balance between collaboration and advocating for your position. Confidence is, of course, key, and the language you use plays a crucial role in conveying it. 

Here's how to harness the power of words in three key areas:

1. Framing & Highlighting Value:

Start Strong: Open with a positive, confident statement that positions your value. Instead of "We're happy to discuss this opportunity," try "Our solution has a proven track record of increasing sales by X%."

Focus on Benefits: Shift the conversation from features to the benefits your offer brings. Don't just say "Our software is user-friendly," explain how it "streamlines workflows and saves your team time."

2. Concession Language with Strength:

Conditional Agreements: Acknowledge their points without conceding defeat. Use phrases like "That's a valid concern. To address it, we can offer..." This shows you're listening while steering the discussion.

"We Can" vs. "We Might": Use strong verbs that project confidence. "We can offer a discount for a bulk order" sounds more assured than "We might be able to consider a discount."

3. Closing the Deal with Clarity:

Active Voice & Ownership: Phrases like "We propose a contract with..." sound stronger than "Perhaps we could have a contract."

Summarize & Confirm: Recap key points and confirm next steps. End with "By finalizing the contract today, we can begin implementation next week"

Confident language isn't about aggression; it's about clear, persuasive communication. By strategically using these tips, you'll project confidence, effectively advocate for your value, and navigate negotiations with power and professionalism.

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Using Confident Language in Business Negotiations - Episode 33

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

Q. Do you enjoy travelling? [Why/Why not?]
Q. Have you done much travelling? [Why/Why not?]
Q. Do you think it’s better to travel alone or with other people? [Why?]
Q. Where would you like to travel in the future? [Why?]

Let me know how useful was it and what ideas you picked out from it that might assist you when answering different questions.

IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

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

In this unedited podcast I talk about one of the most famous sky burials in modern times.
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SWE 157 Gonzo Journalist Sky Burial  (Advanced American English)

Advanced Chinese Listening：最健康的国家：西班牙   The World’s Healthiest Country: Spain

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To all of my students and friends. Thank you for a terrific year. 2023. Now let's fly into 2024. And let's do some great things together. Happy. New year to you all. And thank you for all you do.

English My Way

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Do you want to understand native speakers better? Then, like, you're going to need to know these words! Learn 5 words you will 100% hear in American English- both in real conversations & in the movies. 

Camila joins me to talk about these 5 words and share their Argentinian versions as well. Listen, take the quiz, and leave a comment for us! :D 

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#3 Common Words in American English Conversations

En este episodio de Descubriendo Colombia, te llevamos a Ciudad Perdida, un antiguo y sagrado refugio Tayrona escondido en la Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta. Acompáñanos en un viaje a través de la historia, la naturaleza y la cultura de este enigmático lugar, mientras exploramos su origen, su misteriosa red de terrazas, y la desafiante travesía que te llevará hasta sus puertas. ¡Descubre por qué Ciudad Perdida es una joya oculta que todo aventurero debe conocer!