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In this episode of Talaera Talks, we’re joined by Oana Iordachescu, a seasoned Talent and DEI Strategist, to tackle an important question: Does your language proficiency influence your career success? Discover how mastering communication skills can unlock new opportunities, accelerate career growth, and help you stand out in a global job market. Oana shares her expertise from 15+ years in tech talent acquisition, offering practical tips for non-native English professionals looking to take their careers to the next level. Tune in for actionable insights!
Connect on LinkedIn:
Oana Iordachescu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/equalopportunity/
Fair Cultures: https://www.linkedin.com/company/faircultures
Talaera: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talaera
Learn about Fair Cultures at www.faircultures.com
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Find out how speaking different languages can influence personality traits and emotional experiences. Discover the fascinating science of cultural frame shifting and how bilingualism affects different aspects of our personality.
Learn about intriguing studies involving bilinguals and the role of emotional intelligence, and gain insights into how language impacts international business interactions.
And you, do you feel different when you speak different languages? Tell us in this post: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7251873054123773954
Research:
Rezapour, R., & Zanjirani, S. (2020). Bilingualism and Personality Shifts: Different Personality Traits in Persian-English Bilinguals Shifting Between Two Languages.
Chen, S. X., & Bond, M. H. (2010). Two Languages, Two Personalities? Examining Language Effects on the Expression of Personality in a Bilingual Context.
Veltkamp, G. M., Recio, G., Jacobs, A. M., & Conrad, M. (2012). Is personality modulated by language? In International Journal of Bilingualism.
Ożańska-Ponikwia, K. (2012). What has personality and emotional intelligence to do with ‘feeling different’ while using a foreign language?
Ramírez-Esparza, N., Gosling, S. D., Benet-Martínez, V., Potter, J. P., & Pennebaker, J. W. (2006). Do bilinguals have two personalities? A special case of cultural frame switching.
Wedérus, T. (2017). Changing language, changing personality : Swedish bilinguals on the effects of speaking English (Dissertation).✨ Business English training for career success.
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In this episode of Talaera Talks, Paola is joined by Michael from The Level Up English Podcast to dive into practical tips for career success and unpack some of the most useful English idioms in the workplace. Whether you're starting a new job, feeling overwhelmed, or looking for ways to think creatively about your professional growth, this episode has something for you.
Michael and Paola share personal experiences, including the challenges of learning the ropes in new roles, strategies for staying motivated when you feel like throwing in the towel, and the value of thinking outside the box when approaching career development. You'll also discover why being a "fly on the wall" can be one of the best ways to accelerate learning in the workplace, and how sometimes going "back to the drawing board" is exactly what you need to move forward.
Tune in for a lively conversation filled with real-world advice, memorable idioms, and practical examples that you can apply to your own career, whether you're navigating a new role, looking to grow, or simply trying to balance your work-life integration.
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your career journey, this episode offers valuable insights to help you master your career progression.
Talaera Talks Podcast: https://www.talaera.com/podcast-talaera-talks/
Level Up English Podcast: https://www.levelupenglish.school/podcast/✨ Business English training for career success.
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Meet one of Talaera's excellent Business English coaches and learn how you can improve your business English vocabulary for more effective conversations at work.
Get episode video clips on Talaera's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talaera/
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Business English Resources:
- Talaera catalog: https://app.talaera.com/
- Harvard After Hours podcast: https://harvardafterhours.com/
- Harvard Business Review: https://hbr.org/
- McKinsey podcast: https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/mckinsey-podcast
- Bloomberg's Masters in Business podcast: https://www.bloomberg.com/podcasts/series/master-in-business
- Forbes: https://www.forbes.com/
- BBC Worklife: https://www.bbc.co.uk/worklife
- NPR: https://www.npr.org/✨ Business English training for career success.
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Learn how copywriting can transform your career and discover lots of tips and strategies you can start using today to improve your copywriting skills.
In this episode, we talk to Gary Stringer, Senior Content Marketing Manager at HowNow and host of the L&D Disrupt Podcast.
How to connect:
Learn more about Talaera: https://www.talaera.com/
Learn more about HowNow: https://www.gethownow.com/
Connect with Gary: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-stringer-copywriter/
Connect with Paola: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paolapgea/✨ Business English training for career success.
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Learn about the importance of understanding cultural differences in business communication. Find out why cultural awareness is crucial in our increasingly interconnected world and understand how culture influences communication styles and the interpretation of messages.
Our guest speaker is also one of our experienced business English instructors at Talaera. Chanelle shares real-life examples of cultural misinterpretations in business contexts and offers practical tips for international professionals to become more culturally aware.✨ Business English training for career success.
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Learn how inclusive communication will help you progress in your career.
Today's guest, Ming Wu, is a respected writer and advisor on inclusion, teaching and consulting for top international companies. Drawing from her own experience, Ming shares valuable tips on fostering inclusive and effective communication at work.
Learn more about Ming on her website: https://ablindinglight.com/about/✨ Business English training for career success.
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Today, we talk to Christina, one of our amazing instructors here at Talaera. Originally from the US and now based in Spain, Christina brings over a decade of experience in teaching English, and has also worked as an administrator and entrepreneur. She shares excellent tips on how you can build your confidence for business English conversations.
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Managing up, managing down, and managing across are key skills to succeed at work. Find out how to set clear expectations, resolve conflict, and increase your chances of success at work with these insightful tips from Amy Malin.
Amy Malin, former Google sales specialist and Director of Learning and Development, is the Founder and CEO of Malin Learning LLC. She has developed her expertise at renowned companies, including Uber Freight. Amy holds a Master’s degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development. Her areas of specialization are leadership, learning design, and coaching. Leveraging her experience as a Google 'gTrainer,' Amy shapes strategic learning and development visions and enhances organizational capabilities. To learn more, follow or connect with Amy on LinkedIn!✨ Business English training for career success.
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Join us for a fascinating conversation on the key skills you need to succeed in a global company with Helena Nacinovic, Senior Learning Consultant at Slack (that’s right, the giant messaging app for businesses!).
🎙️ Helena Nacinovic is a Learning and Development Expert, with nearly 20 years of experience in corporate learning, who specializes in digital learning in the workplace. Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenan
📊 Presentation skills resources: https://www.talaera.com/presentation-skills-training
✍️ Read the episode summary: https://blog.talaera.com/skills-international-business-career✨ Business English training for career success.
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Get 7 practical tips to feel more confident speaking English at work.
After a summer break, we're stronger than ever. More tips, more stories, and a very exciting opportunity to improve your business English skills for free until the end of November.✨ Business English training for career success.
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In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get tangled up in miscommunication, especially in the workplace. We've all been there, haven't we? A meeting that takes longer than planned, a team discussion that just doesn't seem to move forward. These situations can be frustrating, and they eat up our precious time.
For our special 100th episode, we'll be diving into the heart of productive discussions. We'll explore tips and strategies that can help transform your work conversations into meaningful and efficient exchanges. Whether you're speaking English as a second language or just looking to refine your communication skills, this episode is for you. So grab a coffee, settle in, and let's get this conversation started!
Continue reading on the blog: How To Have More Productive Conversations At Work✨ Business English training for career success.
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Whether you're trying to convince your team to adopt new software, explaining a complex concept, or looking to make your business pitch more convincing, the rule of three will help you sound more persuasive.
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Boost your email open rates with effective subject lines.
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What if I told you that you can communicate your business ideas more effectively with fewer words? In this episode, you will learn how to write concisely without losing any meaning.
Read all the tips on our blog: https://blog.talaera.com/concise-writing✨ Business English training for career success.
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Confused by legal English terms in business? Listen to this episode as we decode commonly used legal English terms and provide real-world context that helps you understand and use these terms with confidence in your daily business interactions.
Whether you're navigating a contract, reviewing a partnership agreement, or simply want to enhance your business English vocabulary, this episode is a quick guide to mastering legal English terms.
Read all the terms on the blog: https://blog.talaera.com/legal-phrases✨ Business English training for career success.
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🎙️ We recently had the pleasure to talk to Kate Dahl about how to better understand the professional world in Denmark. (Cool fact: our co-host Simon Kennell is half Danish 🙂🇩🇰).
In this episode, you'll learn learned:
- How to navigate workplace dynamics and cultural nuances in Denmark.
- The importance of honing your intercultural communication skills.
- How to build meaningful connections and network effectively.
Learn more about Kate Dahl:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/careerconsultant4internationals/
https://www.facebook.com/careerdenmark/
https://careerdenmark.dk/](https://careerdenmark.dk/✨ Business English training for career success.
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While the United States and Canada celebrate Labor Day in September, many countries around the world celebrate International Workers' Day, or Labour Day, on May 1st. So what better way to kick off the month than with these 6 work-related idioms?
Learn their meanings with a little story and examples and check the meanings and examples on this LinkedIn post.✨ Business English training for career success.
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Small talk can be a powerful tool for building connections, promoting resilience, and demonstrating empathy. But how can you do it effectively during difficult situations such as a crisis, a war, or a natural disaster? Is it still OK to ask ‘How are you’ when we know they are not OK?
In this episode, we invite Alex Bair, who has a wealth of experience in crisis communication, having worked with refugees, volunteers, and businesses in Ukraine and elsewhere.
Join us for this insightful conversation and get tips for navigating language barriers and engaging in small talk in crisis situations.
- Alex Bair is an intercultural communication consultant focusing on working with Ukrainian businesses and NGOs. Learn more about him here: http://alexbair.com/en/✨ Business English training for career success.
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What do Oprah Winfrey, Simon Sinek, and Jacinda Ardern have something in common? They are considered some of the most respected leaders of our time. They are inspiring, passionate, and empathetic, and they have each made a significant impact in their respective fields. But how do they convey those qualities? In this Talaera Talks episode, we explore the role of tone in effective leadership communication and share some tips that will help you develop an effective tone as a leader.
Read all the tips on our blog: https://blog.talaera.com/tone-of-voice-leaders✨ Business English training for career success.
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