Blog Lists | STAMMA

Job hunting — some tips and a few pitfalls!

Stammering can be a barrier to employment. But proper planning when applying for jobs and seeking support will help, says retired careers adviser and former Trustee Colin Marsh.

Work & Job Hunting — 02.06.21

Why stammering makes me a better leader

Tech startup founder Hamish lists the positive attributes that give him the edge in the workplace, and encourages others who stammer to become leaders too.

My Story — 25.05.21

Instead of treating my stammer as an enemy, I allowed it in

Hass Draper writes about how putting himself in as many speaking situations as possible has helped him find career success.

My Story — 10.05.21

Grumpy Thought vs Smiley Thought

Negative thoughts about her stammer almost stopped Phyllis from pursuing her dream job. Here she writes about battling those thoughts and learning valuable lessons from the children she teaches.

My Story — 06.05.21

How speaking to myself in the mirror every day helps

As a Clinical Research Nurse, John's job involves a lot of talking. Here he shares the things that have helped him to feel more comfortable whilst promoting covid vaccine confidence with patients.

My Story — 26.04.21

Embrace who you are. Be you and be proud!

After some bad experiences because of his stammer, Chris left the education system feeling lost. Now with a fulfilling career as a postman, Chris writes about the volunteer course that turned things around.

School & University — 19.04.21

"Yes, Mrs Cunningham"

Abid Hussain dreaded the morning register at school. Nowadays it's him who takes it. Read about he grew in confidence to become a teacher himself.

Your Voice — 14.04.21

I can be there for my patients regardless of my blocks

Becoming a medical doctor seemed an unrealistic dream to Sophia. Here she tells us about deciding to go for it and stop hiding her stammer, and how her speech gives her an advantage with patients.

My Story — 22.02.21

The World is Your Stage

As for many of us, school was a struggle for Nasir. That was until his first drama class. Read how being on stage gave him the confidence to succeed in his career and even try his hand at stand-up comedy.

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