This is another episode you can listen to improve your listening skill amd your comprehension ability. Let me know if you've found yourself in my description :) 

The Habits of Professionals Growing Into Strong, Confident English Communicators

Episode 3: Who are my students and what they come to me for

En este episodio de Porteña, te contaré por qué en toda la Argentina, y en partes de toda América Latina, se utiliza el pronombre "vos". ¡No te lo pierdas!

Porteña

¿Por qué decimos vos en lugar de tú?

日本人のクリスマスプレゼントって？
What do Japanese people give as Christmas presents?
일본인들의 크리스마스 선물은?

●YOUTUBEに英語、韓国語の字幕ver.があります
English, Korean Subtitles on YOUTUBE
유튜브에는 영어, 한국어 자막이 있습니다
https://www.youtube.com/@nanasensei777

NANAのにほんごpodcast 

日本人のクリスマスプレゼントって？What do Japanese people give as Christmas presents?

In today's episode, Nick is joined by a fashion designer to talk about this IELTS question. 

IELTS with Nick - World Knowledge 

Is the fashion industry good or bad for the environment?

IELTS Speaking Part 1 - Study. Band 8-9 answers.

Here are the four questions for today:

Q. 1. Where do you study?
Q. 2. Which part of the course do you enjoy most?
Q. 3. What is your favourite subject?
Q. 4. Is it a difficult subject to study?

Come over to my classes if you'd like to achieve the fluency and do it in a relaxed manner.

To Your Success!

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

IELTS Speaking Part 1 - Study. Band 8-9 answers.

朱古力同雪條喺2024都有機會去Orlando迪士尼玩左一轉，明明係去同一個地方，但係兩個人對迪士尼嘅態度就完全唔一樣，完全體現左P人同J人嘅區別。所以一翻嚟朱古力就話一定要同雪條分享玩左啲乜。三日四園嘅經歷再加上Orlando迪士尼複雜嘅交通系統，呢兩期就嚟分享下朱古力嘅所謂“懶人攻略”


夠鐘煲粥 Congee Time

EP42她約我去迪士尼（下）

Clara, a brilliant data analyst with a mind for numbers, walked into my office looking like a storm cloud. Networking events were her kryptonite. "I freeze up," she confessed, "Small talk? Forget it! I just stand there awkwardly, feeling like a total outsider."

Clara's shyness was hindering her career. Her analytical skills were top-notch, but promotions often went to colleagues who could "schmooze" with decision-makers. I knew I could help.

Our first step was reframing networking. Instead of a dreaded chore, we saw it as an opportunity to connect with people who shared her passion for data. We practiced "elevator pitches" - concise introductions highlighting her expertise. We focused on open-ended questions, like "What's the biggest data challenge you're facing?" to spark engaging conversations.

Next, we tackled the "shy freeze." Role-playing helped Clara practice making eye contact, smiling warmly, and using active listening techniques like nodding and acknowledging what the other person said. We even practiced "exit strategies" - polite ways to excuse herself from a conversation when she felt overwhelmed.

The turning point came when I suggested Clara volunteer at a data analysis conference.  She'd be interacting with people who shared her interests, but in a less intimidating setting.  It worked! Clara's passion for data analysis shone through, and she ended up having stimulating conversations with attendees.

The next networking event was a different story. Armed with her practiced pitch and newfound confidence, Clara actively approached people, discussed data trends, and even shared a few insights herself. She even left with a business card from a potential mentor!

Today, Clara is a networking pro.  She still gets nervous, but she no longer lets shyness hold her back.  Clara's story proves that anyone can become a confident networker with the right tools and a supportive coach.

The Global Professional Podcast

How to overcome shyness with a coach - Episode 76

EL MERCADO DE LA GRAN TENOCHTITÁN.

El Mercado de la  “Gran Tenochtitlán”, era el lugar donde se reunían las cosas, almacenando alimentos, animales, objetos y una gran diversidad de productos. Este  centro comercial prehispánico estuvo ubicado en Tlatelolco, ciudad fundada en 1338 por los tlatelolcas, tribu mexica que se separó de los tenochcas, fundadores de Tenochtitlan y estaba situada en un islote al norte de esta ciudad dentro del lago de Texcoco. Su tianguis era el corazón de un hormiguero multiétnico, un centro de reunión e intercambio cultural al que comerciantes -conocidos como pochtecas- provenientes de toda la geografía mesoamericana e individuos, especializados en el comercio a larga distancia entre las distintas regiones que integraban el imperio mexica, e incluso más allá de sus fronteras, acudían a vender sus mercancías, así como a comunicar noticias recogidas durante sus largos trayectos. Esto incluía la información militar, ya que frecuentemente los comerciantes desempeñaban las funciones de embajadores, emisarios e incluso espías, que describían los ricos territorios que fueran propicios para futuras guerras de conquista. El gran tianguis de Tlatelolco se ubicaba al suroeste del área que conocemos como el Templo Mayor de la ciudad; operaba en un gran espacio al aire libre donde se reunían compradores y vendedores; habían alrededor numerosas habitaciones que eran utilizadas como bodegas y depósitos, siendo considerado el modelo prototipo de mercado en Mesoamérica. Su fama deriva de la gran impresión que dejó en los conquistadores españoles, quienes le consignaron en sus crónicas. Cuando los españoles llegaron a la cuenca del Valle de México en 1520, Tlatelolco era el eje del comercio y la economía en el Anáhuac por encontrarse en los linderos de la ciudad de México-Tenochtitlán. 

Spanish México

EL MERCADO DE LA GRAN TENOCHTITÁN.

A story in our media about older people and loneliness in the UK.

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pnBi3dFkGDQWEj_A0Av_sFINfI-rBKLMEU_t2q4l3Rs/edit?usp=drive_link
