by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Oct 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
As the youngest of 9 kids in my family I’ve always been most comfortable as a quiet observer. I do not like being in the spotlight. It makes me laugh that I now have a business where my face is everywhere online in pictures and video. When I first started...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Sep 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
Do you want to know the #1 secret to making friends and having influence on others? Take your attention off of yourself and think primarily about, and from the perspective of, the other person. Help them feel important. Help them feel appreciated. Help them feel...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Sep 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
Last weekend I proudly watched my 12 year old son perform in a musical theater production. He had a lead role and my heart bursted with joy as I watched him sing, dance, and act with such incredible confidence. I was reminded of 3 powerful lessons about confidence as...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Sep 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
I got an email from a student yesterday with this phrase… “I’m not a very confident person” I know I’ve heard some form of this statement from students before but for whatever reason this one stopped me. I felt the pain she must be feeling as she tells herself this...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Sep 3, 2020 | Uncategorized
I had several conversations this week with many of you. I asked about why you want to learn to speak English clearly and confidently like a native speaker. Of course I heard a lot about being able to get a better job and earn more money. You also mentioned the desire...
