Marc est français. Il est gentil et intelligent. Il est ami avec Julie. Julie est américaine, intelligente et sympa. À l’école de Marc, il y a beaucoup d’élèves français et l’école est grande. L’école de Julie est petite, avec des élèves américains. Le père de Marc s’appelle Raoul Dupont. Les parents de Julie s’appellent Franklin.

Activité :

Vrai ou Faux :

Marc est français.

L’école de Julie est très grande.

Julie est française.

Complétez :

Marc n’est pas américain. Il est _____.

L’école de Marc n’est pas petite. Elle est _____.

Julie n’est pas un garçon. Elle est une _____.

French Stories with Marc and Julie A1-B1

Lesson 1: Marc et Julie – Première rencontre

Landing your dream job hinges on more than just qualifications and experience.  The ability to communicate effectively can be the tipping point between an "interviewee" and a "new hire."  Here's how preparation in business communication can propel you towards that coveted job offer:

1. Research is King:  Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to the company you're targeting.  Research their mission, values, and current projects.  This not only demonstrates genuine interest, but also allows you to tailor your responses and showcase how your skills align perfectly with their needs.

2. Craft Your Elevator Pitch:  Imagine a concise, impactful summary of your skills and experience.  This "elevator pitch" could be your first impression, so practice delivering it with confidence.  Focus on achievements and quantifiable results, leaving a lasting impression on potential employers.

3. Anticipate Interview Questions & Prepare Answers:  Common interview questions are a dime a dozen.  Research them online and prepare clear, concise responses that highlight your strengths and accomplishments.  Practice out loud to refine your delivery and ensure you come across as articulate and well-prepared.

4. Dress for Success:  First impressions matter, and your attire speaks volumes.  Research the company culture and dress accordingly.  A professional appearance conveys respect and demonstrates your commitment to the role.

5. Body Language Matters:  Beyond words, nonverbal cues significantly influence how you're perceived.  Maintain eye contact, project confidence through good posture, and avoid fidgeting.  These subtle signals communicate professionalism and enthusiasm.





The Global Professional Podcast

Getting the Job: Preparation in Business Communication - EP 27

Believe me; you want to hear the job interview question, "Why should we hire you?" It's your chance to cut through the noise and tell them exactly what is unique about you.

While you cannot possibly know other applicants' qualifications, you can sell yourself to the best of your ability, stating the things that would make you really great at the job, and convincing the hiring manager you're ready to hit the ground running

In this episode, we’ll quickly revisit your three goals in every job interview, since these goals will influence every answer and every interaction you have during the interview. You’ll then learn why employers ask, “Why should we hire you?”, hear how one of my clients who got a job offer answered the question, and get tips on how to answer it. You'll land your dream job in no time!

Episode originally published on August 28, 2020.
Transcript at https://www.express-to-impress.com/hit-the-ground-running-phrase/.
Infographics for this episode at https://www.pinterest.com/ExpresstoImpress/. 

Express to Impress

How to Answer, "Why Should We Hire You?

いっかい　 the first floor
にかい　    the second floor
さんがい/さんかい　the third floor
よんかい/よんがい　the forth floor
ごかい　 the fifth floor
ろっかい　the sixth floor
ななかい　the seventh floor
はっかい　the eighth floor
きゅうかい　the nineth floor 
じゅっかい　the tenth floor
ちか いっかい　the first basement
ちか にかい    the second basement

ようへい先生　　N4,N5チャンネル

The each floor`s name

EP 11_  They are all my friends - tā men dōu shì wǒ de péng you

Who says Chinese is hard？ 谁说中文很难

Another part 2 topic for the Summer. I also have part 3 example answers on my website.


“Well, as I live in a very busy city, I sometimes really need to escape the noise, and crowds, as well as finding a place where I can just chill out and relax in peace.  My favourite place to go is a small cafe which is about 3 kilometres from my home, and only takes me about 10 minutes to get to on my motorbike. The cafe is located in the suburbs on an extremely beautiful lake, surrounded by many different kinds of trees, and is a world apart from the busy city centre.

 

I try to go there at least 3 or 4 times a week, and usually bring my laptop with me, as I find I can be very productive in this peaceful environment, and get lots of work done, in a short space of time. I love being able to sit at a quiet table outside on a perfect sunny day, with the many trees to shade me from the hot sun. I’m also able to sit right on the bank of the lake, with a view which is out of this world.

 

I guess the main reason I love to go to this place is because it’s just so quiet and peaceful, and I can get away from all the noise, as well as the hustle and bustle of the city centre, which sometimes drives me crazy. Another reason I like to go to this place is that I find the tranquil environment really, both inspires and motivates me in my work….. And I’m able to be much more productive than I would be if sitting in a noisy office or a busy city centre coffee shop. So…yea, this is a quiet place i love to go to.

 

IELTS 85 Speaking

Describe a quiet place you like to go to - IELTS speaking part 2

In this episode we are going to learn a Real Chinese Conversation【Buy fruits 】. 
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Step 1: Listen and catch the words you know already, have a guess about the content.
Step 2: Check the script to learn one by one. 
Step 3: Listen and repeat after it.
Step 4: Practice until you can perform the dialogue. 
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顾客（gùkè, customer）: 老板，苹果怎么卖？
lǎo bǎn ， píng guǒ zěn me mài ？
Boss (of the shop), how do you sell the apples/how much are the apples?
老板(lǎo bǎn, shop owner): 左边的一斤8块钱，右边的一斤9块半。
zuǒ bian de yì jīn 8 kuài qián ， yòu bian de yì jīn 9 kuài bàn 。
The one on the left is 8 yuan per Jin(=0.5kg), and the one on the right is 9.5 yuan per Jin.
顾客: 哪个更甜？
nǎ ge gèng tián ？
Which one is sweeter?
老板: 右边的更甜。
yòu bian de gèng tián 。
The one on the right is sweeter.
顾客: 那来八个吧，大点儿的。
nà lái bā gè ba ， dà diǎn er de 。
Then give me eight, the bigger ones.
老板: 好的，四斤半，收你四十就好。还要别的吗？
hǎo de ， sì jīn bàn ， shōu nǐ sì shí jiù hǎo 。 hái yào bié de ma ？
Okay, 4.5 Jin, I'll just charge you 40 yuan. Do you want anything else?
顾客: 有什么推荐的吗？
yǒu shén me tuī jiàn de ma ？
Any recommendations?
老板: 草莓现在当季，又红又甜。
cǎo méi xiàn zài dāng jì ， yòu hóng yòu tián 。
Strawberries are in season now, red and sweet.
顾客: 一斤多少钱？
yì jīn duō shǎo qián ？
How much is one Jin?
老板: 一斤九块。你试试看。
yì jīn jiǔ kuài 。 nǐ shì shì kàn 。
9 yuan per Jin. Have a try.
顾客: 真的很甜！来两斤吧。
zhēn de hěn tián ！ lái liǎng jīn ba 。
It's really sweet! Give me two Jin.
老板: 一共六十块。
yí gòng liù shí kuài 。
A total of 60 yuan.
顾客: 可以微信付吗？
kě yǐ wēi xìn fù ma ？
Can I pay with WeChat?
老板: 可以，扫这里。
kě yǐ ， sǎo zhè lǐ 。
Yes, scan here.
顾客: 付了。
fù le 。
Paid.
老板: 谢谢。好吃再来啊。
xiè xie 。 hǎo chī zài lái a 。
Thank you. Come again (if) they are delicious.

Fruit vocabulary: https://www.italki.com/zh-cn/vocabulary/476767 

Yuli's Chinese Channel

买水果 Buy fruits （Beginner）

        要说贵州最著名的景点，那一定是黄果树大瀑布了。The most famous scenic spot in Guizhou must be the Huangguoshu Waterfall.
        黄果树大瀑布景区是五A景区。它以黄果树大瀑布为中心，分布着雄、奇、险、秀风格各异的大小18个瀑布，形成了一个庞大的瀑布家族，被大世界基尼斯总部评为世界上最大的瀑布群，列入世界吉尼斯记录。Huangguoshu Waterfall Scenic Area is A Five A scenic area, with Huangguoshu Waterfall as the center, it is distributed with 18 waterfalls of different sizes, including majesty, miraculous, dangerous and beautiful styles, forming a huge waterfall family, which is rated as the largest waterfall group in the world by the Great World Ginis headquarters and listed in the Guinness Book of World Records.

新鲜事儿（Anecdote）

黄果树大瀑布

La migración en Latinoamérica no es una situación nueva, es más, desde el inicio de la civilización la migración marcó nuestra historia. Hoy te comentaré un poco más acerca de la realidad de la migración en el continente, aportes de la migración y algunas políticas que se manejan hoy en América. Empecemos. 