In today's podcast I show you how native speakers would answer the new IELTS Speaking Part 1 questions all about 'shoes'.

You will learn some great vocabulary and interesting idioms to really impress your examiner and boost your overall score.

For more IELTS tips and techniques, book a lesson now with ex-examiner Cambridge David

IELTS with Cambridge David

IELTS Speaking Part 1 Question about 'shoes'

Günlük hayat hakkında bilgi sahibi olur.

Orta Düzey Türkçe

Günlük Hayat

日本の小学生の必需品ランドセルについての話です。ラン活をみなさんは知っていますか？

日本語でおしゃべり　podcast for Japanese learners

＃20 ランドセルの話

In today's fast-paced business world, the pressure to deliver is constant. Emails ping incessantly, meetings fill calendars, and impromptu conversations become the norm.  Yet, amidst this whirlwind, a crucial element often gets sidelined: preparation.  Think about it – wouldn't a perfectly executed presentation or a flawlessly delivered pitch be infinitely more effective than a last-minute scramble?

The truth is, effective communication in business is rarely spontaneous.  It's a carefully crafted strategy, and the cornerstone of that strategy is pre-communication planning.  Just as athletes train before a competition, successful business professionals invest time in readying themselves for critical communication moments.

The Power of Preparation in Action:

Consider the scenario: You have a critical meeting with a potential investor.  By investing time in pre-communication planning, you've:

Researched their investment portfolio: You can tailor your pitch to align with their specific interests.
Developed a clear, concise presentation: You highlight the problem your business solves and the value proposition.
Anticipated potential questions: You have well-rehearsed responses that address any investment concerns.
The result? A confident, compelling presentation that positions your business for success.

Investing in Pre-Communication Planning:

Pre-communication planning isn't just about efficiency; it's about maximizing impact and minimizing missteps.  By dedicating time to prepare, you'll project confidence, inspire trust, and ultimately achieve your communication goals.  Remember, in the business world, first impressions matter – so make yours count with the power of preparation.

The Global Professional Podcast

Preparation For Business Communication - EP 24

Вы жаворонок или сова? А кого больше в России? Узнаем об этом сегодня.
Текст статьи доступен по ссылке: https://iz.ru/1471322/2023-02-17/sredi-rossiian-okazalos-v-dva-raza-bolshe-sov-chem-zhavoronkov
Рекомендую читать и слушать одновременно.
Если хотите обсудить  - приходите на урок!

Listen and read

Совы и жавороники в России A2-B2

Although I'm from the UK, I lived in China for 15 years, teach a large number of Chinese students, and even have a Chinese girlfriend. In this episode, I share some of my thoughts on the main differences I've noticed between the two cultures. These affect the way we approach education, the way we interact with our friends, and even how we eat our food and choose what to wear.
So what do you think? Do you agree with me? Are there any other differences that you've noticed? I'd love to read your comments.

Learn English with Cambridge David

Cultural Differences between the UK and China

Hello and welcome to another episode of Engine English! Every language has its own idioms and expressions and the English language has plenty of phrases that are useful to learn. Idioms are words or phrases that aren’t meant to be taken literally and usually have a cultural meaning behind them. Most of the English idioms you hear are offering advice but also contain some underlying principles and values. You have probably heard some of them, especially in TV shows and movies, and wondered why you can’t understand these idioms even though you fully understand the words. Learning English idioms and expressions can take some time but there are some of them that are more popular than others that will come in handy if you know them. When you learn English idioms and phrases you will sound more confident especially when you speak with native English speakers. If you can’t understand idioms you will not be able to understand the context. That is why I have gathered some of the most common English idioms and phrases so you will understand their true meaning of them.

👉 Book a class with me today: www.italki.com/teacher/8719362

Engine English

Episode 8 - 25 Most Common English Idioms and Phrases

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
3月15日火曜日　天気/雪　気温/2℃

札幌市　Sapporo
・ヒグマの足跡みつかる
・冬眠が終わるのが、いつもより2週間早い
・ヒグマはとても大きい。2メートル。

［単語］
ヒグマ（ひぐま）...北海道に住んでるくま
足跡（あしあと）...歩いたあとの、足の形 Footprints
冬眠（とうみん）...冬の間、眠ること hibernation

北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#16〉3月15日火曜日　くまの足跡みつかる！

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AqUKyWlc1cm0cXJxv02yI14tJgcLES4w/view?usp=drivesdk