Think Big - English for Architects with Tara Cull

We're diving into AI and language learning in episode 34 of the Think Big Podcast. As an educator and a learner, I believe that ChatGPT and other AI chatbots have the potential to seriously help people take their language skills to the next level. In this episode, I'll be sharing my top 6 tips for how to use ChatGPT to help you with your day-to-day work lives as an architect who is an English learner. Think Big Podcast is for you if English is your second, third, or even fourth language, and you want to build more relevant vocabulary naturally by listening to interesting topics in architecture and feel more confident using the language at work or in your studies. We don't just focus on grammar, we aim to get you excited again about improving your language and communication skills. In this episode, you'll learn how to use ChatGPT to: ✨ Write emails with the correct tone ✨ Get feedback on writing, including looking for grammatical errors, making it more or less formal and giving examples of language to use for different situations. ✨ Ask for examples of questions or comments to ask in a meeting or how to react. ✨  Paraphrasing and finding key vocabulary ✨  Finding inspiration to write your CV, cover letter, and portfolio descriptions. This is just one of the many topics my clients and I discuss in our sessions to build relevant vocabulary and get them to speak and share their thoughts, ideas and opinions! Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/taracull/ 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes In the extended show notes, you'll find all the links related to this lesson, and you can watch the video, listen to the audio on the transcript player, or find Think Big on all your favourite podcast players. https://www.archienglish.com/post/6-tips-for-using-chatgpt-to-improve-your-language-skills-as-an-english-learning-architect-designer

In episode 33 of Think Big Podcast, I give my top 8 tips for writing more effective emails. The first thing many of my clients say to me is that they struggle to write emails with confidence and more efficiently. I want to share some of the ways that many of my clients have taken their email writing to the next level to feel more confident at work. Think Big is a podcast is for you if English is your second, third or (fourth - impressive!) language, and you want to build more relevant vocabulary naturally by listening to interesting topics in architecture and feel more confident using the language at work or in your studies. We don't JUST focus on the grammar, we get you excited again about improving your language and communication skills: In this episode, I discuss: ✨ Why writing emails is so important and why you should care ✨ Tips for the structure of the email ✨ Tips for improving your efficiency, effectiveness and reducing miscommunications This is just one of the many topics my clients and I discuss in our sessions to build relevant vocabulary and get them to speak and share their thoughts, ideas and opinions! Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/taracull/ 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes In the extended show notes, you'll find all the links related to this lesson, and you can watch the video, listen to the audio on the transcript player, or find Think Big on all your favourite podcast players. https://www.archienglish.com/post/8-tips-for-writing-more-effective-emails-as-an-architect-when-english-is-your-second-language

In episode 32 of Think Big Podcast, I summarise some of my biggest learnings about prefabricated housing and its impact on the architecture and design profession. Think Big is a podcast is for you if English is your second, third, or (fourth - impressive!) language, and you want to build more relevant vocabulary naturally by listening to interesting topics in architecture and feel more confident using the language at work or in your studies. We don't JUST focus on the grammar, we get you excited again about improving your language and communication skills: In this episode, I discuss: ✨ The differences between bespoke and prefabricated housing ✨ The advantages of prefabricated housing ✨ Some interesting project examples This is just one of the many varied topics my clients and I discuss in our sessions to build relevant vocabulary and get them to speak and share their thoughts, ideas, and opinions! Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn, Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes In the extended show notes, you'll find all the links related to this lesson, and you have the option of watching the video, listening to the audio on the transcript player, or you'll find Think Big on all your favorite podcast players. https://www.archienglish.com/post/prefabricated-vs-bespoke-what-are-the-benefits

In episode 31 of Think Big Podcast, I discuss the introduction of the new law in France to mandate green roofs on all new commercial buildings. It was an excellent opportunity to discuss green roofs and why they will become essential considerations in the future.  Think Big is a podcast for you if English is your second, third or (fourth - impressive!) language, and you want to build more relevant vocabulary naturally by listening to interesting topics in architecture and feel more confident using the language at work or in your studies. We don't JUST focus on the grammar, we get you excited again about improving your language and communication skills, and it's an excellent excuse for me to explore topics I'm passionate about with you.  In this episode, I discuss: ✨ A brief summary of the new law in France  ✨ What green roofs are  ✨ Some interesting project examples in Paris  This is just one of the many varied topics my clients and I discuss in our sessions to build relevant vocabulary and get them to speak and share their thoughts, ideas and opinions! Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes In the extended show notes, you'll find all the links related to this lesson, and you have the option of watching the video, listening to the audio on the transcript player, or you'll find Think Big on all your favourite podcast players. https://www.archienglish.com/post/paris-mandates-green-roofs-is-it-time-for-other-countries-to-follow-suit

In episode 30 of Think Big Podcast, the first in season 2, I summarise some of my biggest learnings about housing affordability and its impact on the architecture and design profession. Think Big is a podcast is for you if English is your second, third or (fourth - impressive!) language and you want to build more relevant vocabulary naturally by listening to interesting topics in architecture and feel more confident to use the language at work or in your studies. We don't JUST focus on the grammar, we get you excited again about improving your language and communication skills: In this episode I discuss: ✨ What housing affordability is and why it matters ✨ The role architects and designers should play and the key things we can do ✨ Some interesting project examples This is just one of the many varied topics my clients and I discuss in our sessions to build relevant vocabulary and get them to speak and share their thoughts, ideas and opinions! Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes In the extended show notes, you'll find all the links related to this lesson, and you have the option of watching the video, listening to the audio on the transcript player or you'll find Think Big on all your favourite podcast players. https://www.archienglish.com/post/housing-affordability-and-the-impact-on-the-architecture-profession

In episode 29 of Think Big Podcast I summarise 12 of my biggest learnings after spending the last two years coaching Built Design Professionals.   It was hard to share only 12 things because I've learnt 112 billion things, however I keep it concise and discuss the following: ✨ My most important learnings with references to particular episodes; and ✨ My plans for season 2 of the podcast   I'm taking a short break from the podcast to regroup and gather my thoughts to start writing episodes and my ideas for season 2. Some upcoming episodes I've already written:  The subtle language of emails How to ask for support and training + Inclusive Practices Help Me Understand Construction Lingo! You'll also hear from more people working in practice as well as interesting projects and ideas in the built design profession and so much more ... Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes https://www.archienglish.com/post/12-things-i-ve-learnt-from-working-as-an-english-language-coach-for-built-design-professionals

In episode 28 of Think Big Podcast I chat to Structural Engineer Mo Fazlie. In this episode I wanted to get to know more about his experience collaborating with architects and landscape architects and his international experience. We cover a lot in the episode including:   ✨ His international experience ✨ How he bounced back from a disappointing IELTS score ✨ Shifting his mindset with vocabulary and taking the time to get better little by little ✨ How to ask your colleagues and senior associates for help and advice ✨ His experiences as a structural engineer collaborating with architects and landscape architects ✨ His learnings from reading The Culture Map by Erin Meyer ✨ His advice for speaking up in meetings If you have to collaborate with engineers or external consultants you'll definitely hear some of the vocabulary that might come up in a consultant meeting. As a landscape architect I've always enjoyed collaborating with structural engineers so it was interesting to hear his side of the story. Mo Fazlie's details: ✨ Connect with him on LinkedIn Mo Fazlie Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes https://www.archienglish.com/post/collaborating-with-external-consultants-structural-engineer-mo-fazlie-shares-his-experiences

In episode 27 of Think Big Podcast I chat to Alaa Sabae who is an Egyptian PMP (Project Management Professional) and LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Associate architect and interior designer with five years-experience in hospitality and commercial projects internationally. In this episode I wanted to get to know more about Alaa's experiences with her certification and her current masters studies in BIM as well as working internationally. We cover many topics including: ✨ Alaa’s international experience in Architecture and the importance of English ✨What it means to be a LEED Green Associate and her background in sustainability and design and how it has impacted her design process ✨ BIM technologies and the potential it has for making sustainable choices ✨ Learning English as an Architect and which resources you can use You'll hear lots of vocabulary discussing sustainability, the capabilities of BIM as well as what it's like to learn English for architecture when English is your additional language. Alaa's details: ✨ Connect with her on LinkedIn Alaa Sabae Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes https://www.archienglish.com/post/alaa-sabae-wants-architects-to-think-more-about-emerging-bim-technologies-building-sustainability

In episode 26 of Think Big Podcast I chat to Lina Alhaj who is an architecture student at the University of Khartoum, Sudan. Lina has big dreams for her future, wanting to be a registered RIBA Architect in the UK. She's been working hard on improving her English and making the most of her studies, In this episode I wanted to get to know more about Lina's current journey and how she envisages making her dreams a reality through her hard work and tenacity. If you're a student studying in a non English speaking country and you know you want to live and work abroad you might resonate with Lina's story. We cover many topics including: ✨ How she practices drawing ✨ How she stays motivated ✨ Overcoming to fear of speaking up Lina's details: ✨ Connect with her on LinkedIn Lina Alhaj  Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes https://www.archienglish.com/post/international-architecture-student-lina-alhaj-discusses-her-big-dreams-to-live-and-work-abroad

In episode 25 of Think Big Podcast, I discuss the language we can use for annual reviews. During my time as a language coach for architects I've found that this can be one of the most stressful situations for my clients as they want to say the right things for the situation. In this episode I'm packing as much useful information as possible to help you navigate the challenges associated with speaking about yourself and your goals and how to align it to the company values and objectives to help you grow your architecture career. In the episode I discuss: ✨ The tone we should use in annual review documents ✨ Diplomatic language ✨ Question examples and some sample answers Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes https://www.archienglish.com/post/advanced-business-english-for-architects-the-language-for-annual-reviews Come and join the ArchiEnglish Community to take your English communication skills to the next level.

In episode 24 of Think Big Podcast, I speak to Sofia Kouni - an Architectural Graduate from the University of Dundee. She is bilingual, with both Greek and Scottish heritage. After a 1-year long break from her studies, during which she worked on a construction site, she graduated from her Bachelor’s  and now works as a freelance Digital Content Creator for Architects not Architecture in Hamburg, and a full time Intern at Urban Design London. In this conversation Sofia shares her journey from student to working including some of the bumps and challenges along the way. In the episode we discuss: ✨ Her journey and mental health challenges and the surprising things that came from overcoming her challenges ✨ The benefits of being bilingual and what it's helped her to see and share with others ✨ Being someone with multiple interests and connecting to your values; and ✨ Using LinkedIn Sofia's details: ✨ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sofia-kouni/ ✨ Architects not Architecture - https://www.architectsnotarchitecture.com/ ✨ Urban Design London - https://www.urbandesignlondon.com/ Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes https://www.archienglish.com/post/sofia-kouni-on-the-benefits-of-being-bilingual-and-exploring-your-interests-in-architecture

In episode 23 of Think Big Podcast, I'm talking about Biophilia and how designers can incorporate it into their designs. This conversation episode is for you if you want to learn more vocabulary to address biophilic principles to have a more humanistic approach to design. You'll learn lots of vocabulary around connecting design to nature and biophilia. I discuss some of my own projects as well as some examples you can also explore yourself. In the episode I discuss: ✨ What is Biophilic design and why is it important? ✨ How interior designers,  architects and landscape architects incorporate biophilia into their designs ✨ The 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design ✨ Example projects ✨ Comparative language Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Show Notes https://www.archienglish.com/post/bringing-nature-into-interior-design-projects-biophilia

In episode 22 of Think Big Podcast, I chat with Kira Bragg about learning strategies for language learners. Kira works with ´techies’ to help advance their English communication skills. In the past, she has worked with UX designers, software developers and software engineers. We discussed the parallels between working with digital architects and architects who work in the physical world and importantly, we discuss the real practicalities of learning a language as a busy professional. This conversation is for creatives who learn languages and is ready to feel inspired. In the episode, we discuss: ✨ Visual ways to break down and understand language using sentence trees and visual diagrams ✨ Cultural differences between language structures and meanings ✨ Effective language learning strategies ✨ How Kira works with her clients and how coaching is effective for her clients Kira’s details: 🌐 https://www.webdevenglish.com/about ✨ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kira-bragg/ Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Shownotes https://www.archienglish.com/post/effective-business-english-learning-strategies-for-busy-creative-professionals

In episode 21 of Think Big Podcast, I chat with fellow Neurolanguage coach Juliana Xavier Sá about Procrastination. This is not another 'How to overcome Procrastination episode' rather an open and honest conversation that acknowledges the challenges and contradictions that come with procrastination. While we also give some ways to help get back on track our objective was to help those who are impacted by procrastination to feel less alone. This conversation is for anyone who learns languages and is ready to feel inspired. In the episode, we discuss: ✨ Juliana's story and her teaching and language learning experiences ✨ What is procrastination, why it exists and why it's normal ✨ Creativity and procrastination and the difference between procrastination and making choices ✨ Julian's 4 tips for managing procrastination Juliana's details: 🌐 https://www.julianaxaviersa.com/ ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliana.xaviersa/ ✨ Connect with Juliana on LinkedIn Tara's details: ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Shownotes https://www.archienglish.com/post/why-understanding-more-about-procrastination-can-significantly-impact-your-language-learning-life

In episode 20 of Think Big Podcast, I share three award-winning projects from the World Architecture Festival using persuasive language examples from episode 19.  The episode is full of vocabulary to describe buildings, houses, and landscape architecture projects and persuasive language techniques to inspire and convince you to find out more.  In the episode, we discuss: ✨ 3 Award-Winning World Architecture Festival Projects ✨ Why I believe you should find out more about these projects ✨ Real Business English examples for architecture and design that you can use at work or university. Extended Show Notes  https://www.archienglish.com/post/3-award-winning-world-architecture-festival-projects Recommended Episodes: ✨ Episode 19: 9 Effective Persuasive Language Techniques Architects Can Use to Convince an Audience https://www.archienglish.com/post/9-effective-persuasive-language-techniques-architects-can-use-to-convince-an-audience ✨ Episode 3: How to Use Storytelling to Connect to your Clients with Fiona Dunin FMD Architects https://www.archienglish.com/post/how-to-use-storytelling-to-connect-to-your-clients-with-fiona-dunin-fmd-architects ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com

In episode 19 of Think Big Podcast, I share 9 ways for how we can use language to be more persuasive.  The episode is full of vocabulary, expressions and examples for how you can use language to become more convincing in front of clients, colleagues.  In the episode we discuss: ✨ 9 ways we can use language to persuade au audience ✨ How using language can impact the success of a project ✨ Real Business English examples for architecture and design that you can use at work or university. Extended Show Notes:  https://www.archienglish.com/post/9-effective-persuasive-language-techniques-architects-can-use-to-convince-an-audience Tara's details  ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com

In episode 18 of Think Big Podcast, I chat to Sarah Lebner about the power of community to learn, grow and create change as an emerging architect. Sarah Lebner is the Principal Architect at multidisciplinary firm Light House Architecture and Science in Canberra. She is the author of 101 Things I Didn't Learn in Architecture School and wish I'd known before my first job and the founder of myfirstarchitecturejob.com. Last year, Sarah was awarded the National Emerging Architect Prize by the Australian Institute of Architects. In the episode we discuss: ✨The Emerging Architects Prize ✨The book 101 Things I Didn’t Learn in Architecture School and her membership program The Architecture Project   ✨Challenges that international architects face in Australia ✨Tips for international architects who speak English as a second language and why diversity in Architecture is important    Sarah's details ✨Follow Sarah on Instagram  🌐www.myfirstarchitecturejob.com 🌐https://www.lighthouseteam.com.au/ Tara's details   ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull 🌐 www.archienglish.com Extended Shownotes https://www.archienglish.com/post/the-power-of-community-to-learn-and-create-change-as-an-emerging-architect-with-sarah-lebner

In episode 17 of Think Big Podcast, I share my thoughts on developing your flexibility as an English second language speaker. This came about after I completed some coaching with Emma Wainer and I had some big moments around how to prepare for presentations, meetings and other speaking situations.  In the last 2 years of working with clients, I've also noticed how difficult it can be to get the balance right - feel prepared with what you want to say, but also be more flexible and in the moment so you you're listening. In the episode I share: ✨My top 7 tips for how you can prepare what you want to say ✨Examples of things you can say when the questions are tricky and you're not sure how to answer  I hope you get as much out of it as I took from putting it together. Tara - ArchiEnglish details ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull www.archienglish.com Extended Shownotes https://www.archienglish.com/post/how-to-prepare-for-the-unexpected-developing-your-flexibility-as-an-english-second-language-speaker

In episode 16 of Think Big, I share a conversation I had with Simon Brown about English learners developing stronger diplomatic language skills. Simon specialises in individual and small group lessons for adults.  He has collaborated with and given training to, some of the biggest companies in Europe, small French Tech startups and a number of Fortune 500 companies.  In September he joined Jellysmack, the global creator company, as Learning and Development Manager - English Academy.  In this role he is the in-house English trainer for his fellow colleagues, or 'Jellysmackers', he helps them unlock their full potential by improving their level of English, increasing self-confidence and breaking through the mental blocks that have stood in the way of their progress in the past." We discuss: ✨The differences of English across the world and expressions ✨What it means to be polite and diplomatic ✨Examples of diplomatic language and which situations it’s important to use diplomatic language ✨Qualifiers, Positive and Negative downgraders and Hedges to deliver bad news ✨How to invite agreement by asking a question and framing it negatively and so much more. Simon's details 💻 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-brown-495234162/ Tara - ArchiEnglish details ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull ✨www.archienglish.com Extended Shownotes https://www.archienglish.com/post/developing-stronger-diplomatic-and-polite-language-negotiation-skills-in-english-with-simon-brown

In episode 15 of Think Big, I share a conversation I had with Marina Sciarrino about all things marketing in architecture. Marina is a coach who helps architects to attract the clients they want through marketing & mindset. A former architect turned marketing coach based in Milan, Marina is half Italian half-French and in our conversation, we discuss how this identity and past experience has given her a unique perspective in the world of architecture. We discuss: ✨How her bilingual culture impacted her and gave her unique cultural perspectives ✨Her story from architecture to marketing ✨What she loves about helping architects with their marketing including how to connect to your values and understand your ideal clients and why marketing isn't as bad as you think. Marina wants architects to see how important it is to understand marketing no matter where you sit in the hierarchy of practice from graduate to CEO. Marina's details 🌐 Website: https://www.coachingarchitects.com/  💻 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marinasciarrino/ Tara - ArchiEnglish details ✨ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archienglishteacher ✨ Connect with me on LinkedIn Tara Cull Ready to take action to speak up and share your voice? In November 2021 we are starting the very first ArchiEnglish practice - a group coaching program to get you confidently express your words. Come and join me and other professionals in the built design profession to share your voice and speak up with more confidence.  ArchiEnglish Practice Course Extended Shownotes https://www.archienglish.com/post/marketing-for-architects-ideal-clients-mindset-maximising-your-global-reach-with-english