This podcast is about the national sport of Argentina. Many countries such as North Africa, Canada, United States, Middle East and many others followed the trend and adopted the Duck game in their customs. 

Culture and Heritage of Latin America

The Duck Game

I explain for you how to pronounce 'y' in Welsh! Including some exclusive insights (potentially) not available anywhere else! 

Welsh Wisdom

1: How to pronounce 'y'

「げんき」p35の　すうじ　です。1〜20、30.40.50.60.70.80.90.100

げんきのごい

＃0-1すうじNumbers

数年前の節分に起きた悲劇の話です。私の家族に起きた悲劇とは何だったでしょうか？

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

#5 節分に起きた悲劇の話

"I am love. I am purpose. I was made with divine intention."

A 30-day positive affirmation journey with Rose

Day 27

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. 