Communication & Accent Reduction Blog

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Building Bridges in Communication

The art of ending your sentences with confidence. (more…)

Written by Emma Serlin

Dressing for Success: How to Make a Lasting Impression in Interviews

Understanding the Company Culture and Dress Code (more…)

Written by Emma Serlin

The 7 Seconds That Matter Most

'You don't get a second chance to make a good first impression'. Research has shown that within those initial 7 seconds, people will form 11 impressions of you.   In the same way that body...

Written by Emma Serlin

How To Communicate In A New Job – With Impact!

Starting a new job is scary, right? It’s a bit like your first day of school - you want to make new friends, you don’t want to make a fool of yourself, not to...

Written by Emma Serlin

Top 10 Virtual Interview Tips To Make You Stand Out From The Crowd

You've found the ideal role, in a company that's a perfect fit, but how can you stand out from the crowd when interviewing online?How do you effectively communicate that your skills are right for...

Written by Emma Serlin

How To Be Confident In Public Speaking

Feel the fear and do it anyway. Isn’t that what they say? And public speaking is one situation where that quote is particularly poignant. It’s perfectly natural to feel the adrenalin pumping when you’re...

Written by Emma Serlin

The STAR Method: How To Improve Your Interview Technique

How many times have you been in an interview situation and the moment you were asked a question, your mind went blank. Instead of the well-formed answer you ought to have given, a stream...

Written by Emma Serlin

How To Create A Powerful First Impression

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Written by Emma Serlin

5 Top Tips For Making A Good First Impression

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Written by Emma Serlin

You’re Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile

Want to make a great first impression? Smile! Never underestimate the power of a smile - after all, you're never fully dressed without one. Let's try something. Picture someone smiling. Close your eyes if that...

Written by Emma Serlin

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