Dr. Leslie Gordon
PhD
GA, USThe Speech and Accent Expert! Leslie's audiences leave energized and encouraged, with internal tools to maximize their abilities to speak authentically and connect with anyone, anywhere!
The way you speak is the way you are known. Does your way of speaking accurately represent the way you want to be known?
Dr. Leslie Gordon is an expert in linguistics, languages, and accents. She has helped many speakers learn to overcome the goal of perfection so that they can achieve connection. Her own language experiences drive her continuous curiosity about the power of language, speech, and even accent in human confidence and connection.
“It was a privilege to hear you speak today. Your story was compelling and powerful and you are an extraordinary speaker. “ (from the Georgia Association of Women in Higher Education annual conference)
“This was a fun and insightful presentation! It is so powerful to know that I am not alone in the self-judgements I make about my own speaking!”
(from workshop with Corcoran Real Estate Group)
Leslie's background includes over twenty years in academic teaching, research, and program direction. Her transition to entrepreneurship as a speech and accent coach and trainer gives her the sensitivity and empathy to empower professionals who are also looking to tap into the communicative power they need to be fully present in the contexts that are important to them.
Leslie's presentations are humorous, inspirational, and backed by linguistic research. She shares poignant stories from her life and the lives of those she serves and leaves audiences ready to achieve their most authentic and connective speaking style.
Leslie is the President-Elect of the Georgia Elite Chapter of the National Speaker's Association (2024). She is also a Certified Teacher of Knight-Thompson Speechwork, a curious, rigorous, and socially responsible method of speech and accent coaching.
The way you speak is the way you are known. Does your way of speaking accurately represent the way you want to be known?
Dr. Leslie Gordon is an expert in linguistics, languages, and accents. She has helped many speakers learn to overcome the goal of perfection so that they can achieve connection. Her own language experiences drive her continuous curiosity about the power of language, speech, and even accent in human confidence and connection.
“It was a privilege to hear you speak today. Your story was compelling and powerful and you are an extraordinary speaker. “ (from the Georgia Association of Women in Higher Education annual conference)
“This was a fun and insightful presentation! It is so powerful to know that I am not alone in the self-judgements I make about my own speaking!”
(from workshop with Corcoran Real Estate Group)
Leslie's background includes over twenty years in academic teaching, research, and program direction. Her transition to entrepreneurship as a speech and accent coach and trainer gives her the sensitivity and empathy to empower professionals who are also looking to tap into the communicative power they need to be fully present in the contexts that are important to them.
Leslie's presentations are humorous, inspirational, and backed by linguistic research. She shares poignant stories from her life and the lives of those she serves and leaves audiences ready to achieve their most authentic and connective speaking style.
Leslie is the President-Elect of the Georgia Elite Chapter of the National Speaker's Association (2024). She is also a Certified Teacher of Knight-Thompson Speechwork, a curious, rigorous, and socially responsible method of speech and accent coaching.
Speaking from the Inside Out
Primary Format: 60 minute Keynote
Other formats available: Workshop, Breakout, Virtual
Other timing: 90 minutes, 60 minutes, 120 minutes, half-day, full-day
This program is perfect for:
- Rising leaders that want to master influential speaking without the angst.
- Reluctant speakers that need to embrace more speaking opportunities.
- Professionals of any industry...
ACCENTuate Your Story
Primary Format: 60 minute Keynote
Other formats available: Workshop, Breakout, Virtual
Other timing: 90 minutes, 60 minutes, 120 minutes, half-day, full-day
This program is perfect for:
- Rising leaders who need to increase their speaking clarity for continued advancement.
- Reluctant speakers burdened by self-doubts about their accent.
- Individuals in corporate or...
Why Does my New Team Member Speak Differently?
Primary Format: 60 minute Keynote
Other formats available: Workshop, Breakout, Virtual
Other timing: 90 minutes, 60 minutes, 120 minutes, half-day, full-day
This program is perfect for:
- Leaders, managers, and hiring committees that perceive communication gaps in younger employees.
- Leaders and mentors training younger employees for more speaking...
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