How to Speak Bad English Perfectly w/ Heather Hansen
Why do non-English speakers feel the pressure to speak perfectly? How does this affect access to professional opportunities?
Meet Heather Hansen!
Heather is a Corporate Training Specialist, the Founder and Managing Director of Global Speech Academy. She helps top global leaders show up, speak up, and inspire action in a changing world. She is on a mission to unmute leaders and teams so they can be more innovative, inclusive and efficient while adapting to modern challenges. Though originally from San Francisco, she has lived in Singapore and Denmark for more than 2 decades.
Meet Heather Hansen!
Heather is a Corporate Training Specialist, the Founder and Managing Director of Global Speech Academy. She helps top global leaders show up, speak up, and inspire action in a changing world. She is on a mission to unmute leaders and teams so they can be more innovative, inclusive and efficient while adapting to modern challenges. Though originally from San Francisco, she has lived in Singapore and Denmark for more than 2 decades.
Heather is the author of the recently published book, “Unmuted”. It highlights the complexities of professional communication due to remote work and thereby finding ourselves muted. Those are moments when we don’t speak up and our ideas aren’t getting the credit they deserve. Through the unique ‘Unmuted’ framework, Heather provides practical strategies that will bring confidence and clarity to every aspect of your career.
Key Points:
- accent bias and the impact of colonialism
- accent bias and the impact of colonialism
- what is ‘eloquence’ and ‘perfect English’?
- is leadership ability based on English proficiency?
- how to overcome unconscious bias in diverse workplaces
- the global privilege that comes with being born American
- all the talent we lose when others are on mute
- other factors that impact our communication
- how to be inclusive in diverse settings
Connect with Heather:
Website: https://heatherhansen.com
Website: https://globalspeechacademy.com for Corporate Training
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hansenheather/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/heatherhansen
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heather.hansen/?hl=en
Additional Resources:
“Unmuted” by Heather Hanson on Amazon
TEDx - How to Speak Bad English Perfectly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dum2Z4B3js
TEDx - How to Speak Bad English Perfectly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dum2Z4B3js
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