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BEP 405 – English Idioms about Animals (2)
Feb 4, 2024
This podcast explores English idioms related to animals. The hosts discuss investment returns, IT transformation, and the tough competitive world. They delve into various idioms such as 'going down a rabbit hole' and 'let the cat out of the bag'. The conversation includes skepticism about changes in IT until the company invests money in it. The importance of salary and attracting talented individuals is emphasized. The speakers use idioms like 'dog eat dog world' to describe the tough and competitive reality. They discuss their initial thoughts on a new team member using the idiom 'the cat's meow'.
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- The podcast highlights various animal-related idioms used in business contexts.
- The conversation among colleagues touches upon investment strategies and the need for organizational change.
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Working like a dog and screwing the pooch
In the podcast, Dylan discusses his disappointing investment returns, suggesting that his financial advisor may have made some bad decisions, which is referred to as 'screwing the pooch'. Dylan defends his advisor, saying that he works hard like a dog.
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