More about the phrase To Set the Wheels in Motion
 Transcript:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M6MOiD2O2J5waS3i3sRkB7yrLGS4dIiQ/view?usp=drive_link

Teacher Joseph's Podcast

To Set the Wheels in Motion (with transcript)

The legend of Mid-Autumn Festival.  You can also watch the video about this story here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFrAiLuxQsI&t=2s

Learn Mandarin with Mandy

E03 嫦娥奔月【Chang E Flying to the Moon】

qí hǔ nán xià

意思是骑在老虎背上不能下来，比喻做一件事情进行下去有困难，但情况又不允许中途停止，陷于进退两难的境地。‌

Chinese idioms (中国成语)

骑虎难下

Have you ever wondered about the intriguing world of idioms? In her engaging session, Smith delves into five captivating idioms, unravelling their meanings and origins. With a knack for simplifying complex concepts, Smith ensures that learners not only grasp the literal meanings but also understand the cultural contexts behind these expressions. From "barking up the wrong tree" to "biting the bullet," Smith's expert guidance transforms these idioms from mere phrases into vivid snapshots of English language and culture. Through her adept explanations, learners gain not just language skills, but a deeper appreciation for the richness of idiomatic expression.

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Top 5 Idioms

**Siavash Ghomayshi is an Iranian musician, singer and song writer. 
**Listen to Siavash Ghomayshi Sarnevesht MP3 song. Sarnevesht  ( means " Destiny ) song from the album Sarnevesht is released on Sep 2020. 

موسیقی و ترانه های ایرانی/Persian Music & Songs

ترانه سرنوشت از سیاوش قمیشی / Sarnevesht song by Siavash Ghomayshi

How to describe the place where you live in Russian? 房子的描写
Usage of the Prepositional Case 前置格

New words 生词：
Заходите! - come in! 进来吧！
Одежда - clothes, 衣服；
Идем в (кухню) - Let's go (to the kitchen), 我们去厨房吧；
Открой окно, пожалуйста! - Open the window, please! 请你打开窗户！
Арбуз - watermelon, 西瓜；
Диван - sofa, 沙发；
Мягкий - soft, 软的；
Будешь (кофе)? - Would you like (a cup of coffee)? 你要咖啡吗？

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The boardroom. A crucial client meeting. A high-stakes sales call. These scenarios demand clear and confident communication. Here are five best practices to elevate your language and project unwavering self-belief:

Power Verbs:  Replace wishy-washy verbs with action-oriented ones. Instead of saying, "We could explore this new marketing strategy," say, "We will implement this data-driven strategy to boost brand awareness by 20%." This injects decisiveness and ownership into your message.

Be Specific:  Unspecific claims lack impact.  Instead of "Our product is the best," showcase its strengths with data. Say, "Our software boasts a 98% customer satisfaction rate and a 25% reduction in processing time compared to competitors." Specifics build trust and credibility.

Direct Address: Engage your audience directly. Ditch phrases like "I think" or "in my opinion." Say, "We can deliver this project on time and within budget." This conveys authority and ownership of your ideas.

Positive Framing: Focus on the strengths of your solutions.  Instead of, "This plan might have a tight deadline," say, "This fast-track approach allows for agility and capitalizes on current market trends." Highlighting positives reassures and motivates your audience.

Conciseness is Key: Eliminate unnecessary words and filler phrases.  Instead of, "We believe that this approach might be a good way to proceed," say, "We propose this solution to achieve optimal results." Concise communication delivers a clear message and maximizes impact.

I use confident language every day with my clients. I also use it with family, friends and any chance I get. Many of us use language that is unclear or passive habitually, without intent or purpose. 

One of the first habits I work on with my clients is the overuse of - I think, maybe, and I don't know. 

Start being aware of the phrases that you use, especially at the beginning and end of your sentences. 
