by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Apr 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Learning the English language is something people all over the globe try to do every day. It is one of the most invaluable things we can do to connect with people of different cultures, and find a common bond. People who speak more than one language are well aware of...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Mar 21, 2014 | Uncategorized
Speaking English on the telephone can be challenging for nonnative English speakers whether you have spoken the language briefly or at a native level. If you are intimidated about talking on the phone in English, or have communication shortfalls in doing so, these...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Mar 13, 2014 | Uncategorized
During the 2014 Academy Awards, John Travolta now famously mispronounced musical performer Idina Menzel’s name, calling her Adele Dazeem. While many people found this cringeworthy and amusing, with Conan O’Brian making light of the instance and Slate...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Feb 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
When preparing for a job interview, many candidates proofread their resumes, pick out a proper outfit to wear and show up on time, however, they forget the most important preparation of all—clear, accent-free English communication. Having clear communication skills...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Feb 13, 2014 | Uncategorized
Whether you’re learning American English as a nonnative speaker, or have been born and raised in the US, many are surprised by the complexity of American pronunciation. There are oftentimes in American English where grammar rules don’t necessarily...
by Annie Ruden, M.S.CCC-SLP | Jan 31, 2014 | Uncategorized
Many native Arabic speakers live under the impression that they will never be able to reduce their accent in English completely or even to a degree that makes them able to speak clearly and confidently. Nothing could be further from the truth, and in fact, it is...
