Seven Expressions to Avoid If You Want to Sound Emotionally Intelligent Of course everyone gets tired or annoyed (недовольный) at work, but using these expressions sends the wrong message about your outlook (точка зрения). 1. “I’m tired” 2. “I’m pissed off” 3. “I’m sick (of)__” 4. “I’m worried about__/afraid of__” 5. “I couldn’t care less”…
Gosha Rubchinskiy Has Dropped the First Teaser GR-Uniforma. The new multimedia project will combine black-and-white photos and video art. The new collection will be presented to the public on March 16,2019 but for now all other details remain strictly under wraps (секретность). Check the teaser https://www.instagram.com/p/BuD99KwnQ4y/?utm_source=ig_embed
How to Ask For Clarification (прояснение) After you express your lack of understanding, the next step is to ask the person to clarify what they have said. Here are some phrases you can use.For many of them, you can use “can” or “could,” with could being a little more formal:Example: Could you say it in…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “amiss” (adj.) Transcription: [əˈmɪs] Russian Translation: неладный Definition: wrong, not suitable, or not as expected Example: I knew something was amiss when he didn’t answer the door. Synonym: wrong
How to Express Lack of Understanding The first step is to tell the person that you are not sure that you have understood them fully. Let’s look at a few useful phrases:Example: I’m sorry but I’m not sure (that) I understand.Example: Sorry, I’m not sure (that) I know what you mean.Example: Sorry, but I don’t…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “undaunted” (adj.) Transcription: [ʌnˈdɔːn.tɪd] Russian Translation: неустрашимый; не утративший присутствия духа Definition: still determined and enthusiastic, despite problems or no success Example: The team remain undaunted, despite three defeats in a row. Synonyms: courageous, dauntless, fearless
Russian Love Affair With Ice Fishing Shows No Sign of Cooling. While an icy cold Russian winter means staying indoors for most, determined (решительный) fishermen use the opportunity for a round of ice fishing. From outer (внешний) Moscow to the Gulf of Finland along St. Petersburg, here’s a look at the art and patience of…
This Is How To Keep Most Ambitious Employees From Leaving 6. FOCUS ON BEING A GREAT EMPLOYER While retention (удержание сотрудников) is top of mind, employers should start thinking about what makes a company a great place to work–that’s what keeps the most ambitious employees happy. The main components of a great workplace consist of…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “limelight” (n.) Transcription: [ˈlaɪm.laɪt] Russian Translation: центр внимания Definition: public attention and interest Example: He enjoyed being in the limelight. Synonyms: public attention, fame, the spotlight
This Is How To Keep Most Ambitious Employees From Leaving 5. PROVIDE A CLEAR PATH FOR ADVANCEMENT While compensation is important, your best talent wants a sense of purpose within your company, says Amy Veater, head of people and culture at Avi Networks. Ambitious employees want to feel essential (особенный). To keep them, managers need…