Confused about how to praise someone in Chinese? 🎯

Using the wrong word can make things awkward! In this episode, you’ll learn the ONE SIMPLE RULE to choose between:

“Nǐ hǎo lìhai!” (The safe & polite “awesome”)

“Nǐ zhēn niú!” (The cool & casual “awesome”)

We’ll make it super clear with examples about your boss, teacher, and friends. Stop worrying and start complimenting like a pro!

Subscribe now and never misuse “niú” again!

中文漫游指南 (The Chinese Explorer’s Guide) 

夸人“厉害”还是“牛”？选错可能会尴尬！Say “Awesome” in Chinese: Which One Won't Get You in Trouble?

Era la primera vez que hacía la presentación de un libro suyo en público. Diez días antes, la editorial había puesto en el mercado una recopilación de sus mejores cuentos.

CON SENTIDO COMÚN EN ESPAÑOL

EL JOVEN ESCRITOR

The Power of Storytelling in Leading Change emphasizes the role of storytelling in driving organizational change. Leaders often face the need for significant shifts within their organizations, from cultural to product-related changes. To unite their teams behind a new direction, they must craft a clear, compelling narrative.

Storytelling is a potent tool for inspiring action and connecting with people on a deeper level. It helps articulate the ‘why’ and ‘what’ of change, making the abstract tangible and the future vivid.

The article presents a four-step approach to effective storytelling in leadership:

Deep Understanding, Simple Description: Leaders must deeply understand the change to communicate it simply. John Legere’s transformation of T-Mobile into an “un-carrier” is a prime example of conveying a complex change with a single, powerful word.
Honoring the Past: Leaders should acknowledge the organization’s strengths and history, showing respect for the past while guiding towards the future. This builds trust and eases the transition for those resistant to change.
Articulate a Persuasive Mandate for Change: Leaders need to present a clear vision that motivates and aligns with the organization’s values, addressing both the positive and negative aspects of the past.
Lay Out a Rigorous and Optimistic Path Forward: The narrative should be action-oriented, providing a clear roadmap for change while maintaining an optimistic outlook.
In summary, leaders must master storytelling to effectively lead change, balancing respect for the past with a clear vision for the future. By doing so, they can capture the hearts and minds of their employees, fostering a culture of optimism and honesty.

The Global Professional Podcast

The Power of Storytelling in Leading Change    -   Episode 50

En este episodio vamos a aprender nueve locuciones muy útiles con el verbo CAER. Recuerda que el verbo CAER es uno de los más frecuentes en español. Recomendado para estudiantes de nivel intermedio en adelante.

CocoLoco Spanish

Nueve locuciones con el verbo CAER

La historia de hoy te ayudará a practicar el vocabulario sobre pasatiempos y el verbo gustar. 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NkPXN1IxIhtqwk5QWlLTL2LccRkPiMIA/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=109667282563484602902&rtpof=true&sd=true

Inspirando a principiantes: Audios para nivel A2

Amistad y Pasatiempos (con transcripción)

In this episode of Your Spanish Journey, I'll talk about a topic that not many students pay attention to but it is highly important when it comes to writing a text: ACCENT MARKS.
I'll give you some basic rules and tips so that you start using them correctly. Are you ready?

Your Spanish Journey

¿ÉL O EL? ¿TÉ O TE? ¿Cuál es correcta?- Reglas de acentuación en español.

En este episodio te muestro un breve ejemplo de como usar el gerundio en tu hablar diario

Español con Yasmira

Estar+gerundio

In this episode of Ctrl+Speak, we explore the concept of Access Points (APs) in networking. Learn what an AP is, why it's important, and how it works in real-world scenarios. From definitions and role-play examples to practical tips, this episode has it all. Perfect for tech enthusiasts and IT professionals alike! Subscribe now and stay tuned for more tech talk made simple.

CTRL+SPEAK

Episode 2: AP - Access Point

5 Steps to Business Habit Stacking

STEP 1
Identify 1-3 key habits you want to focus on developing that will have the biggest positive impact on your business. These should be habits that are relatively easy to implement but provide high value such as daily planning, delegating tasks or networking. Focus on habits that are specific, measurable actions you can take each day to make progress towards your goals.

STEP 2
Choose an existing daily habit you already have as an anchor. This could be making your bed, taking your vitamins or checking email. The anchor habit should be something quick and easy you already do daily. Picking an anchor you already do each morning or evening will help cue the new habits without adding extra effort.

STEP 3
Immediately follow your anchor habit with one of the key habits you identified. For example, if your anchor is checking email in the morning, follow it with taking 10 minutes to plan your day. Doing the new habit right after the anchor will help the cues become associated over time.

STEP 4
Repeat the key habit daily, right after your anchor habit, until it becomes a routine. It may take 21-30 days for a new habit to stick so be patient and consistent. Don't try to build multiple habits at once. Staying focused on one habit at a time will help it to form more successfully without overload.

STEP 5
Once the first key habit is a routine, add the second by stacking it after your anchor and initial habit. For example, your routine is now check email > plan your day > delegate one task. Continue stacking until all your key habits are locked in. Stacking new habits onto existing routines helps you develop multiple productive habits efficiently.