日本はすっかり夏の盛りです。
夏休みシーズン到来！という方もいるなかで、フミは手放しでは喜べないようです。
なぜでしょう？
今回は、フミがこの夏したいことを話します。

Summer has come!
It is a vacation season for many, but Fumi seems not fully happy about it, but why?
This time, Fumi talks about what he wants to do for summer.

♤ キーワード
・引き締まる（ひきしまる：get toned）
・サボる（slack off）
・自堕落な（じだらくな：dissolute）

♧  理解度チェッククイズ
1. フミさんがこの夏したいことは？
2. それを続けるために、アヤはどんなアドバイスをした？

♢ 前回のクイズの答え
1. アヤさんが集めているものは？
→ 旅行先で集めたマグネット
2. アヤさんがそれを集めている理由は？
→ 形に残るものがほしいから

BGM special thanks：MusMus

アヤさんとフミさんの日本語雑談（Aya and Fumi’s Japanese Chit-Chat）

Episode 08：この夏したいこと

"따따따 따-따-따 따따따" 
 모르스 부호(Morse Code)를 아시나요? 

코로나가 터지기 바로 직전인 2019년 가을. 
한국에 엄청난 재난 영화가 등장했습니다. 
 바이러스가 아닌 도심 한복판에 유독 가스가 퍼진다면
 어떻게 탈출할 건가요? 
 웃다보면 모르스 부호를 배우고 돌아간다는 전설의 영화!

 In September 2019 when right before the time covid-19 has occurred, 
The korean blockbuster movie was released. 
The city became chaotic not because of virus, but because of lethal gas!
What would you do if lethal gas spread through out the city? 
All you need to do is just to enjoy and laugh! 
After watching it, you will realize you learn about morse code so useful!

그거 봤어? Did you watch it?

웃다보면 살아남는 신선한 재난영화 "엑시트"로 한국어 배우자! (Episode 01)

Sharp your listening skills.
This short episode is for upper-intermediate, advanced and super advanced levels.

Catch the missing words:

Así se ve Ciudad Mayacoba en Playa del Carmen. Ciudad ___________ es una comunidad planeada en el norte de Playa del Carmen, diseñada para ofrecer calidad de vida y un __________ en armonía con la naturaleza. Cuenta con tres accesos controlados y una __________  de primer nivel, en la cual encontrarás 27 kilómetros de __________,  24 kilómetros de __________,  10 hectáreas de parques, áreas infantiles comerciales y un parque __________,   cruces de __________  y 134 hectáreas de conservación natural.
Además, dentro de la comunidad encuentras escuelas, comercios y espacios __________,  todo sin salir del residencial. Y si decides ir a la playa o al centro, estás a sólo 15 minutos en automóvil. Y te digo un secreto, justo en el acceso de la comunidad se construirá un centro comercial que __________  de servicios a todo el área sur de la ciudad.
Si buscas invertir en calidad de vida, Ciudad Mayacoba es el lugar ideal.


Mucho que decir

Mayakobá , Playa del Carmen, México

В этом эпизоде обсуждаем, как русскоязычные люди ласково называют своих близких. Узнайте, какими словами можно выразить нежность к любимым и семье.

In this episode, we discuss affectionate terms Russians use for their loved ones. Discover the sweet words used to show love in Russian.

Russian with Irina

Ласковые слова: как называть близких по-русски. Terms of Endearment: How Russians Address Loved Ones

Habit stacking in a business context is a behavioral technique for integrating desired routines into existing workflows. It involves pairing a new, target behavior (e.g., reviewing daily sales reports) with an established trigger habit (e.g., checking your inbox each morning). By capitalizing on the automatic nature of existing habits, the cue to perform the target behavior becomes ingrained, increasing its adoption and persistence. Habit stacking can be used to improve individual productivity (e.g., streamlining post-meeting follow-ups) or foster team-level behavioral change (e.g., implementing a daily huddle for information sharing). The effectiveness of this technique hinges on selecting appropriate trigger habits – frequent, consistent actions with minimal cognitive load. Additionally, target habits should be small, achievable actions to ensure successful integration and minimize disruption to existing workflows. Through repetition and positive reinforcement, habit stacking strengthens the association between the trigger and target behavior, ultimately leading to the desired routine becoming an automatic part of the workday.

The Global Professional Podcast

Habit Stacking - EP 39

LECTURA COMPRENSIVA.


ESTE CUENTO NOS HABLA DE: La Sombra de la Mansión.


La mansión al final de la calle era un enigma para los habitantes de Villacreces. Su pasado era oscuro y sus habitantes, extraños. Ana, una periodista intrépida, decidió investigar.

Acompañada de su amigo David, exploraron la mansión una noche oscura. El interior era lúgubre, con un silencio sepulcral interrumpido solo por el tic-tac de un reloj parado. Mientras avanzaban, sintieron una presencia invisible. Objetos se movían solos, las puertas se cerraban y un frío gélido los envolvía.

En el sótano, encontraron un diario con extraños símbolos y dibujos. Antes de poder descifrarlos, un ruido los sobresaltó. Una habitación repleta de espejos los esperaba al final del pasillo. Al entrar, el reloj comenzó a funcionar y las luces se apagaron.

A la mañana siguiente, la mansión estaba vacía. La grabadora de Ana solo captó unos segundos de silencio antes de cortarse. Los vecinos aseguraron haber escuchado gritos, pero nadie volvió a ver a Ana ni a David. La mansión quedó sumida en el misterio, una sombra oscura en la memoria del pueblo.

Spanish Reading Comprehesion

The Shadow of the Mansion.

Negotiation is a cornerstone of leadership. From securing contracts to resolving team conflicts, leaders must navigate agreements that benefit all parties. Here's how to excel at this vital skill:

1. Know Your BATNA: Before entering negotiations, determine your Best Alternative To a Negotiated Agreement (BATNA). This empowers you to walk away if an offer falls short of your needs. A strong BATNA strengthens your position and gives you room to make concessions.

2. Collaborative Spirit: Aim for win-win solutions. Leaders understand successful negotiation isn't about dominance, but building long-term relationships. Focus on common interests and identify areas where compromise can create mutual benefit.

3. Active Listening: Master the art of active listening. Pay close attention to the other party's needs and concerns. Ask clarifying questions to ensure you fully grasp their position. This fosters trust and allows you to tailor your approach.

4. Clear Communication: Articulate your goals and needs clearly, using strong communication skills.  Back up claims with data and evidence to support your arguments.  Be assertive, yet respectful, avoiding aggressive tactics that can damage relationships.

5. Leverage Body Language: Nonverbal cues speak volumes. Maintain confident eye contact, an upright posture, and avoid fidgeting. Projecting confidence strengthens your position and demonstrates your seriousness.

6. Be Flexible, Not Fixed: While you enter negotiations with clear goals, be prepared to adapt.  Unexpected issues may arise.  Maintain a flexible mindset, willing to consider alternative proposals that achieve your core objectives.

7. Patience is Key: Negotiations rarely happen overnight. Be patient, allowing time for discussion and counter-proposals. Don't rush the process to avoid settling for an unfavorable deal.

By mastering these strategies, leaders can transform negotiations from battles into opportunities for collaboration and mutual success.

How do leaders negotiate? - Episode 68

Are you keeping going back and forth in your IELTS speaking?

Have you found yourself saying the same thing over and over again when you answer various part 1, 2, or 3 questions of the IELTS??

Students are too eager to try to be perfect, and with this perfectionism, they get stuck on being dissatisfied with what they are saying (almost always!). Have you had that?

In this podcast, I go over one element that can make a huge difference in your performance if corrected. 

You may feel enlightened just by noticing it and becoming aware of it, and once corrected, the rewards might surprise you.

Jump into the recording, improve yourself there, and check my availability if you are preparing for any kind of interview or English-speaking engagement ahead of you.

I've helped thousands of people succeed in the spoken English arena; I can do the same for you.

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

Are you keeping going back and forth in your IELTS speaking?

年始に初島（はつしま）に行ってきました✨みなさんは年末年始に何をしましたか？