Accent adjustments
Your accent is a wonderful asset. It is something to be proud of.
An essential component of your identity, your accent tells the story of your origins, culture and history.
It offers insight into your global context.
If English is among several languages that you speak, your speech and its accent may not be well understood.
Also, your choice of words and your body language may not be as effectively interpreted as it could be, in your current business environment.
From the April 2011 edition of ‘Get the Edge’, here are a few clarity and accent management tips for you, your manager and your colleagues. Feel free to let me know how they worked for you.
You can also download this text, submit your recording and receive free feedback from me.
Speak and be heard
In business, the clarity of your speech and the audibility of your voice significantly influence your career growth and progression.
Empower yourself to succeed. Make sure that your gestures, voice and words say who you really are each time you communicate.
Through your customised Voice & Word program, you’ll gain practical, hands-on and effective skills development that enhance and enrich your voice and your use of English expression.
Right now, test out your skills with this exercise and receive free feedback and recommendations from me. Remember to include your name and contact number in your audio and follow it up with an email so that I can contact you!
You can confidently build clear, vibrant speech.
Increase your credibility and contribution at work.
Draw on extensive experience with professionals from backgrounds that include Europe, Asia and the Americas.
For prompt, free feedback on your spoken English, submit a recording for expert analysis.
If you want to have a conversation with me, Sandra Baigel, then, from anywhere in Australia call 0416 043 732.
From elsewhere in the world, send an email or call +61 3 8610 0193 and leave a message with your preferred contact number. You can also request to contact me via skype. I look forward to hearing from you!
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