by elihu | Jul 13, 2011 | Spanish Lessons Houston
Thinking of learning Spanish with a friend, family member or colleague? Sign up for our private lessons and bring a friend along for no extra cost! Learning a language with another person is fun and it allows you to continue the conversation practice outside the...
by elihu | Dec 23, 2010 | Spanish Lessons Houston
Houston Spanish Lessons Enhance Marketability ¿Hablas español? Do you speak Spanish? If so, you’re hired! Need to separate yourself from other applicants in today’s competitive job market? Studies show that applicants who take a Spanish class are more likely to land a...
by elihu | Oct 11, 2010 | brazil
USEFUL WORDS IN BRAZIL Good morning – “Bom dia” Good afternoon – “Boa tarde” Good night – “Boa noite” What’s your name? – “Como é o seu nome?” My name is Paulo – “Meu nome é...
by elihu | Oct 11, 2010 | brazil
THE LANGUAGE BARRIER 1. If you know a little bit of Portuguese use it. It will go a long way in cementing the business relationship. Speak it. It is a sign of respect, a demonstration that you are interested in at least trying. They really appreciate the fact that you...
by elihu | Oct 11, 2010 | brazil
Business Etiquette in Brazil 1. It is extremely impolite to get right down to business. 2. Proper greetings and sufficient time spent on small talk sets up the right atmosphere. 3. The use of language is critical (The formal Senhor and the informal Voce). Getting a...