Accent Modification
“I was very fortunate to have Rebecca as my coach to reduce my accent. She was quick and accurate to identify areas of my accent that I need to correct and improve. Her techniques were simple and straightforward, which were easy to follow and effective. She made many apt and interesting analogies when she gave instructions, which, I think, reflected that she is an intelligent person.
I have made a lot of progress in reducing my accent since working with her. Many people told me that I am easier to understand, and I don’t have to repeat myself when I am talking with people as frequently as I used to. I am more confident in communicating with people, and thus enjoy life more. Besides, while working with her on reducing my accent, I got inspiration and corrected some areas of my native Chinese accent. I am really grateful for her help.
Rebecca is not only a professional speech therapist but also a patient and caring person. I highly recommend Rebecca and her services to anyone who wants to reduce his/her native accent or improve his/her articulation.”
— Bin Z., Client
You put in the work.
The impressive diplomas and training say you’re competent and solution-oriented. You’ve worked on complex projects in high-profile companies.
You’ve done the research, read books, and learned the lingo. All these attributes set you apart from other professionals in the industry.
You even dress for success and look the part – yet, something is missing.
What’s holding you back?
When you speak in meetings, your audience often looks puzzled. They don’t understand what you say because of an accent.
They request repeats of statements made, and you repeat it, but it doesn’t help.
You lost your audience! If you’re a non-native English speaker, being requested to repeat yourself is not uncommon. The sounds of your first language have a profound effect on the way you speak English.
As an accented English speaker, you lose the attention of your listeners. They’re focusing on the accent and not your message.
Shujie* became frustrated during important meetings.
Shujie was a software engineer at a large bank. Her manager recognized she was a talented professional with innovative ideas.
Her in-depth knowledge and professional demeanor should have marked her for promotions, but something held her back.
During project meetings or when interfacing with clients, Shujie’s strong accent kept others from understanding her; she could not communicate effectively, and this was frustrating for her and her listeners.
When Shujie came to work with me, I identified the sounds that limited her comprehensibility.
After working with me and consistently practicing the strategies she learned, Shujie modified her accent and dramatically improved her speech intelligibility.
Get your audience back with accent modification training.
Let me help you reduce your accent and improve your speech intelligibility.
Using proven strategies of the Compton PESL program, you will see the clarity and polish of your spoken English improve.
Your listeners will finally pay attention to what you’re saying and not to your accented English.
Contact me today!
*Name changed to protect client confidentiality.