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This client did not have a speech or language disorder, but rather has received communication coaching for their communication goals. This success story is not indicative of what everyone will experience, but rather provides an idea of potential signs of communication difficulties and ways to improve. Your own experience may differ as it will depend on many factors, including practice frequency, language background, and listening skills.
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Linda is an international recruiter with a Portuguese accent. As a recruiter, Linda had to actively reach out to a variety of potential candidates and stakeholders. Some of her other key responsibilities were:
Portuguese contains various speech sounds (vowels and consonants) that are different from English. Linda specifically wanted to learn North American English sounds. For a Portuguese speaker like Linda, our Speech-Language Pathologist helped identify the particular sounds that led to different pronunciation of certain words, including:
After 12 sessions, by identifying and applying the key differences in the pronunciation of Portuguese vs. English speech sounds, the training sessions helped Linda communicate her thoughts more clearly and confidently in her everyday roles, such as making recruiting calls and presentations.
Our coaches are also licensed speech therapists, experts in voice and communication. We provide support for communication-related goals, including accent modification, professional communication, and vocal presence.
Book your free 15 minute call today and discover how we can help you reach your communication goals today!
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