by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Sep 14, 2022 | Confident Communication, Life Lessons, ProTip for Clear & Confident English
At the beginning of 2022 I set a goal to start a podcast. When I started I was determined that I would publish an episode every week, without fail. Well, I failed. I got 19 weeks in, 19 episodes and then I stopped. Summer hit, my 5 kids were out of school, life got...
by McKenna | Oct 24, 2021 | Life Lessons
I want you to think of ‘that thing’ you see as your greatest weakness. ‘That thing’ that is your greatest obstacle. ‘That thing’ that has been keeping you from achieving your highest goals. I want you to know, ‘that...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Oct 18, 2021 | Life Lessons
Are you afraid of making mistakes while speaking English? If so, you’re not alone. I’ve worked with thousands of non-native English speakers and fear of mistakes is one of the most common problems for almost every single one. And what happens when you are afraid of...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Oct 18, 2021 | Life Lessons
“I don’t have enough time” This is an easy trap to fall into. I get it, life can be so overwhelming, especially right now. You are juggling a lot of responsibilities. I feel for you. I run my own business and I also am raising 5 young children from...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Oct 7, 2021 | Becoming a Pronunciation Pro, Life Lessons
A common question I get from students is this… Am I too old to change the way I speak English? Believe me when I say, you are never too old to change. We have students in my program who are well into their 70’s. I call these students life-long learners and they...
