STOP Letting Your Accent Hold You Back from Being Direct

In this podcast episode, Chris Iskander talks about a common but often unspoken truth: many fluent English speakers still feel insecure about how they sound when speaking assertively. From accents to fluency, Chris breaks down why confidence matters more than perfection—and how professionals can stop second-guessing themselves when they speak.This conversation is a reminder that you're not alone—and that clear, confident communication is possible at any level.Where to find Chris: YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEa_aiUBbazvKxXD3IOcNLwWebsite/ Podcast: https://www.makingyourselfclear.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-iskander/Are you a non-native English speaker in healthcare and needs help with communicating effectively? Join us in our free community: https://ecafreecommunity.com/00:00: Introduction to Effective Communication01:29: Cultural Influences on Directness04:02: The Importance of Assertiveness in Healthcare05:34: Mindset Shifts for Clear Communication11:01: Practicing Clarity and Respect18:35: Overcoming Accent and Fluency Insecurities21:45: Navigating Misunderstandings and Judgments