Here we will talk about the modern standard Arabic .... vocabulary, words, some questions and answers, and common expressions.
If you are interested you can book lessons with me for more learning.

The modern standard Arabic

we practice reading and listening through stories. First, you listen slowly, then read yourself. Next, we explain vocabulary, finally, you listen at natural speed. Stories make learning more engaging.

Learning MAS through stories.

We will learn about some Egyptian vocabulary, common Egyptian words, 
 questions in the first meeting, and to introduce yourself.
I present some help, if you are interested you book lessons with me.

The most common Egyptian expressions

Have you been promoted at work for your great ideas? 

While we all have good ideas, sadly, most of them never see the light of day. People keep their ideas to themselves for many reasons. Perhaps they don’t like speaking up in meetings or feel overburdened by work and don’t want to invite more work. Maybe they’ve brought up ideas at work before, and others didn’t seem interested or even discouraged them. After all, most people don’t recognize the potential of an idea at first.

But of course, we all benefit from good ideas. In the workplace, they can lead to the creation of entirely new products and services, an easier way to do something, time saved, or countless other benefits.

Tune in to this episode of the Express to Impress podcast to find out how to present ideas successfully.  You’ll advance your career in no time! 

Episode originally published January 22, 2021.

Express to Impress

How to Present Ideas Successfully

Platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams offer instant messaging, channels for focused discussions, file sharing, and video conferencing integrations. These tools foster real-time communication and build a sense of team presence, bridging the geographical gap. Beyond basic chat, they often integrate with other productivity apps, creating a central hub for workflows.

To keep projects on track and tasks clearly defined is crucial in a remote setting. Tools like Asana, Trello, and Monday.com provide visual boards, task assignments, progress tracking, and deadlines. These platforms ensure everyone knows their responsibilities and the overall project status, promoting accountability and efficient execution. Features like Gantt charts and workload management further enhance planning and resource allocation.

Remote work can amplify distractions. Tools like Toggl Track help individuals and teams monitor time spent on tasks, providing valuable insights for optimizing workflows and billing accuracy. Focus-enhancing apps like Freedom block distracting websites and applications, enabling deeper concentration and minimizing interruptions. Dedicated timer apps can facilitate techniques like the Pomodoro method.

Virtual face-to-face interaction is vital for team cohesion and effective communication. Platforms like Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams offer reliable video and audio conferencing, screen sharing, and recording capabilities. These tools facilitate productive meetings, presentations, and virtual team-building activities.

The protection of sensitive information is paramount in any work environment, especially remotely. VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) encrypt internet traffic, ensuring secure connections. Password managers like LastPass and 1Password help generate and securely store complex passwords, reducing the risk of security breaches.

The Global Professional Podcast

Essential Tools for Remote Work Success - Episode 125

İngilizçe - selamlar

In a bar

"你的国家最近哪些事物无处不在？在我的解释中发现吧。"

西班牙语表达

"Estar hasta en la sopa", 汤里有什么?

En este episodio Hablaremo sobre El cocuy que no es solo un licor venezolano, sino es historia, cultura, tradición y resistencia.

Tan sencillo como una bebida puede enseñar sobre la identidad de un pueblo.

Así que, si algún día visitas Venezuela, ¡no te vayas sin probar un trago de cocuy!
🥂 🥃 🍹

Spanish with Nathy

🎙️El Cocuy tradition, history and culture of Venezuela🎙️🥂 🥃 🍹

Grammar : 1. N(place)-에 
                        ex) 학교에 가요.
                    2. past tense 
                        ex) 학교에 가요 - 학교에 갔어요  
                               빵을 먹어요 - 빵을 먹었어요
                               공부를 행 - 공부를 했어요 
Expression : N-에 만족해요 (be satisfied with~)
                        ex) 저는 한국어 수업에 만족해요 

Speaking Practice - Beginner

3. N(place)-에, past tense

Hablo de la celebración del amigo secreto, una celebración que se hace hace varias dècadas en Colombia es parte de las celebraciones del Día del Amor y la Amistad, culturalmente importante para los colombianos. Tiempos verbales: presente, tiempos del pasado: pretèrito indefinido, perfecto e imperfecto; pretèrito imperfecto de subjuntivo.

Viviendo entre dos lenguas 

Celebración del amigo secreto

A social media ban for children under 16 has passed the Australian Senate and will soon become a world-first law.

The law will make social media platforms — TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram — liable for fines of up to $33 million for failures to prevent children younger than 16 from holding accounts.

The platforms will have one year to work out how they could implement the ban before penalties come into effect.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the ban is necessary, having previously argued that there is a "clear, causal link" between social media and the harm done to the mental health of young Australians.

Opposition Senator Maria Kovacic shared similar views.

"The core focus of this legislation is simple: It demands that social media companies take reasonable steps to identify and remove underage users from their platforms," she told the Senate.

"This is a responsibility these companies should have been fulfilling long ago, but for too long they have shirked these responsibilities in favor of profit," she added.

But while many support the ban, some argue the legislation could cause more harm than it prevents.

Senator David Shoebridge, from the Greens party, said mental health experts agreed that the ban could dangerously isolate many children who used social media to find support.

"This policy will hurt vulnerable young people the most, especially in regional communities and especially the LGBTQI community, by cutting them off," Shoebridge told the Senate.

Opponents also argue the ban would isolate children, deprive them of the positive aspects of social media, drive them to the dark web, discourage children too young for social media to report harm and reduce incentives for platforms to improve online safety.

While the law is the first of its kind worldwide, other countries have discussed similar measures.

