If you speak American English as a second (or third) language, what sounds are the hardest for you to say? For example, is it our "th" sound, our "sh" sound, a particular vowel, or some other sound? Please indicate your native language or dialect and native country.
This is a serious inquiry, and your comments are appreciated!
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010
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Need to make a business speech?
As a speech coach, I often critique presentations. Three of the common mistakes I see are
a lack of passion for the subject, poor preparation in putting the speech together
(due to lack of knowledge in the subject or in writing a presentation) and too little practice. These are the 3 P's: passion, preparation and practice.
Show enthusiasm in your voice! If you think the topic is boring, your audience will, too.
Know your subject, and explain to the audience in the first minute what they will get out of listening to you. Memorize only the keywords of the speech, not every single word, and practice the presentation numerous times. You only get one chance to make a great first impression!
Many more practical tips - from coping with stage fright to how to start and conclude a speech powerfully - are in the e-book "Public Speaking: You Can Do It!", found at http://businessspeechimprovement.com/enabler/scripts/category.pl?EBooks. Contact Business Speech Improvement for speech coaching for presentations, which are available in many cases.
a lack of passion for the subject, poor preparation in putting the speech together
(due to lack of knowledge in the subject or in writing a presentation) and too little practice. These are the 3 P's: passion, preparation and practice.
Show enthusiasm in your voice! If you think the topic is boring, your audience will, too.
Know your subject, and explain to the audience in the first minute what they will get out of listening to you. Memorize only the keywords of the speech, not every single word, and practice the presentation numerous times. You only get one chance to make a great first impression!
Many more practical tips - from coping with stage fright to how to start and conclude a speech powerfully - are in the e-book "Public Speaking: You Can Do It!", found at http://businessspeechimprovement.com/enabler/scripts/category.pl?EBooks. Contact Business Speech Improvement for speech coaching for presentations, which are available in many cases.
Have difficulty pronouncing American English clearly?
American English can be a challenge for people from other native languages to pronounce.
We have some sounds not found in other native languages, such as "th". Many of our words, such as Chicago, and women, do not follow the usual pronunciation rules. Many international businesspeople, scientists and other professionals who do business in the United States want to improve their pronunciation and seek coaching.
Pronunciation Improvement for Non-native Professionals is a three day intensive seminar to be held October 4 - 6, 2010 in Chattanooga, TN (USA).
Each learner will receive an individual speech assessment and a customized program, plus more.
Past learners report increased self-confidence as well as improved pronunciation. The course is taught by an experienced corporate speech pathologist.
Only six learners will be accepted. The fee is $1795.00 USD per person. To enroll, visit http://businessspeechimprovement.com/enabler/scripts/category.pl?Classes.
We have some sounds not found in other native languages, such as "th". Many of our words, such as Chicago, and women, do not follow the usual pronunciation rules. Many international businesspeople, scientists and other professionals who do business in the United States want to improve their pronunciation and seek coaching.
Pronunciation Improvement for Non-native Professionals is a three day intensive seminar to be held October 4 - 6, 2010 in Chattanooga, TN (USA).
Each learner will receive an individual speech assessment and a customized program, plus more.
Past learners report increased self-confidence as well as improved pronunciation. The course is taught by an experienced corporate speech pathologist.
Only six learners will be accepted. The fee is $1795.00 USD per person. To enroll, visit http://businessspeechimprovement.com/enabler/scripts/category.pl?Classes.
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