by Christine Burgmer | Oct 16, 2014 | Allgemein |
The English word ‘sensible’ means ‘vernünftig’ in German, as in the sentence: ‘I have to wear sensible shoes in my new job’. And the German word ‘sensibel’ means ‘sensitive’ in English, as in the sentence:...
by Christine Burgmer | Oct 15, 2014 | Allgemein |
I know that a lot of people find meetings a waste of time. I often think about they can be made more effective. But how? Have you thought of holding a meeting while walking around or even just standing up? That way your meetings will most probably be much shorter! 😉...
by Christine Burgmer | Oct 14, 2014 | Allgemein |
“Your” shows possession. Try replacing “your” with “my” in a sentence. If it works, then use “your”. Example: “Is this your office?” (This means: Does this office belong to you?) “You’re” is...
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by Christine Burgmer | Oct 13, 2014 | Allgemein |
Take a look at some of the world’s most beautiful offices (link to www.inc.com). Do you have a favourite? Is your place of work anything like any of these?
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by Christine Burgmer | Oct 12, 2014 | Allgemein |
Have you ever wondered how the British prepare their tea? Watch this YouTube video starring Fortnum & Mason’s tea specialist, Margot Cooper, and learn how to make the perfect cup.
by Christine Burgmer | Oct 11, 2014 | Allgemein |
An optician was instructing a new employee on how to charge a customer. “As you are fitting her glasses, if she asks how much they cost, you say ‘$150.’ “If her eyes don’t flutter, say, ‘For the frames. The lenses will be $100.’ “If her eyes still don’t flutter, you...
