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Replacing offensive and inaccurate words

by Christine Burgmer | Feb 23, 2017 | Allgemein | 0 comments

Instead of calling someone “homosexual”, grammarly.com recommends using the politically correct and more respectful terms “gay” or “lesbian”.

Six leadership styles. Which one are you?

by Christine Burgmer | Feb 22, 2017 | Allgemein | 0 comments

We’ve spoken about leadership styles before and that there are many different models of leadership styles.
Probably one of the best-known models is Daniel Goleman’s Six Leadership Styles (link to: skillsyouneed.com):
  • Coercive (or Commanding)
  • Pace-setting
  • Authoritative
  • Affiliative
  • Democratic
  • Coaching

So what kind of leader are you? Take this quiz (link to: skillsyouneed.com) to find out.

Are you a grammar wizard?

by Christine Burgmer | Feb 21, 2017 | Allgemein | 0 comments

Is it ‘there’, ‘they’re’ or ‘their’?

Test your grasp of grammar with the Daily Post’s grammar quiz – 10 phrases with common grammatical mistakes.

Watch out, though. Some of the answers might surprise you!

On what makes a good film

by Christine Burgmer | Feb 20, 2017 | Allgemein | 0 comments

“A good film is when the price of the dinner, the theatre admission and the babysitter were worth it.” Alfred Hitchcock

Learn how not to order two drinks in the UK (tip: it’s about the V sign)

by Christine Burgmer | Feb 19, 2017 | Allgemein | 0 comments

Do you know what it means if someone shrugs their shoulders in the UK? Or if they show you the ‘V’ sign? Or use the ‘choking’ gesture?

Read this article (link to: usingenglish.com) before you travel to the UK!

Why vegan cheese tastes bad

by Christine Burgmer | Feb 18, 2017 | Allgemein | 0 comments

Question: Why does vegan cheese taste bad?

Answer: Well, that’s clear. It hasn’t been tested on mice.

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