Everyone speaks with an accent. An accent in American English can originate from a person who learned English as their second language, or from a native English speaker who lives in certain regions of the United States (also called “dialects”). Accents are typically an asset, and allow a person to communicate their cultural background in […]

Speech problems in childhood are common—and oftentimes viewed as endearing. But sometimes, a child’s speech challenges can become severe. As a parent, it’s heartbreaking to watch your child struggle with something that seems so simple.  You might think, “Just say it!”  And they would, if only they could. I challenge you to think how it

Have you reached a glass ceiling in the American workforce? As culturally diverse as the vast majority of Americans are, a strong accent could hurt your chances for promotion. In most cases it’s not a cultural issue but a matter of comprehension. Non-native speaking accents can range from mild (understandable most of the time) to

It’s fair to say that everyone has some level of fear when it comes to public speaking, whether it’s in front of a large group or in a one-on-one conversation with a stranger. The fact is, given enough stress any one of us can stutter. But did you know that over 3 million Americans stutter,