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"If You Can Speak It, I Can Tweak It."
Veronica Blakely, Ed. S
AUTHOR - SPEAKER - COACH
Urban Communication Specialist
PURPOSE
Assist individuals with urban dialect issues acquire skills needed to code-switch and speak Standard American English.
SOLUTIONS
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Learn the history of African American Dialect
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Obtain tools to use for effective communication
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Understand how to use phonics properly
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Elevate speaking and writing skills
Communication Skills
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Verbal, written, and technology communication
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Interpersonal communication
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Public speaking
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Presentation skills
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Communication courtesy
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Transform urban communication into Standard American English
Career Development
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Completing applications
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Resume writing
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The interview process - on the phone and in-person
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Urban indicators in names and memberships
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Attire and appearance
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Job Search
Life Skills
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Goal setting
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Coping skills
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Relationships- friends, family, and personal
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Etiquette - personal, social, and professional
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Blending urban lifestyles into other settings
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