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Of course I speak English – who does not? But How well do you speak this international language? Are you clear, concise and grammatically correct? Does the People talk about you and the things you say? And they are speaking for the right reasons?

Used to be that only speaks English (at any level) was sufficient to open the doors of opportunity, but times are changing rapidly. More recent estimates place speakers of English as a second language or language Additional foreign fluent in more than one billion.

It is no longer an advantage to speak English, but a requirement! He only speaks English is not as impressive as – Unless you speak it very well.

Many talented and competent professionals who are doing their best to speak English well behind. Many do not realize why. How many times have you heard a colleague make the same mistake again and again and never corrected?

Perfecting the speech is difficult, but by applying these tips and tricks that will ease communication, streamline your workflow and become a more effective business leader.

Speaking Clearly

Since English is being used as a lingua franca by more and more non-native speakers, clarity should always be your first priority (whether English happens to be his native language or not). There are several things you can do to improve the clarity of his speech.

Slow down

We all talk too fast. It's a terrible habit! And the sooner we talk, the more it becomes our way of mumbling.

Slowing the pace of their speech is vital in situations where visual communication is lacking, for example, an international conference call. Equally important, however, while running a meeting or delivering a presentation.

Make sure everyone can follow what he is saying at all times. Otherwise, what is the point said?

Formulate

The colloquial language is riddled with signs of laziness. We left word endings, conduct our words together and create emphasis on word endings like "ed" and "s" that act as grammatical markers.

If you leave the "ed" out of a past tense verb (Our increase profits last year instead of 'higher') sounds as if making a basic mistake in English.

Their education, skills and credibility can be questioned.

Practice vowels and consonants

An additional challenge in English is that we have many words that are identical except for the vowel.

Take this string of words such as: carpet, met Mitt, mutt, mate, can and debatable. Do they all sound different when you say them? They should!

Read the words in random order and have someone write what they hear. Did you hear what he said? Create other word lists such as this to identify the problem sounds and practice, practice, practice!

Consonant sounds can be so difficult. Sure to differentiate between voiced and voiceless sounds, for example, 'd' and 't' The word 'said' and 'set' should sound different. You should be using your voice to make the 'd' sound, while the sound of the 't' is only used air.

You can create word pairs vowels like to practice these sounds and others like 'V' and 'f', 'z' and 's', 'b' and 'p' and 'g' and 'K'

Speaking grammatically

For most, grammar lessons are a thing of Luckily the remote past. Although lessons usually were not fun or interesting, there was a reason that were drilled in English grammar.

Any you ever thought about what your grammar says about you?

Grammar appropriate signals a higher level of education, professionalism and, in many cases, the success.

Breaking the rules of grammar may indicate a lack of attention to detail, laziness and can be a general irritant and distraction for those observe the rules of grammar.

Not to mention the miscommunication that can occur as written and email correspondence. Think how much time is wasted clarifying the meaning of the post office, where the structure is so broken you will not miss the message.

If you feel you never learned grammar properly or think you might be making mistakes, but I really do not understand why, seek answers to their questions.

1. Ask a colleague skills language which he admires proof reading some of their written work. Ask them to be honest with yourself about your mistakes. If you are making mistakes in his writing, one can assume that you are making the same mistakes (and more) in his speech.

2. Having a reference grammar in hand at all times – Right next to your English dictionary. The local bookstores have plenty of references in the language and linguistics sections.

3. Sign in a refresher course in English. Professor of law can make the topic interesting and enlightening. And better to speak English is definitely worth the investment! Their colleagues and customers will thank you!

About the Author:

Heather Hansen, founder of Singapore-based Hansen Speech & Language Training, is an executive speech and language coach, writer and trainer. Become a star speaker! Visit her website www.hansenslt.com now for free information on how to speak clearly, correctly and confidently! Join her mailing list to receive your free special report, and as a special bonus you’ll also receive her monthly newsletter, Speak like a Star!

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