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Jul 23
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172. From Shy to Confident: My Small Tal...

My English Matters
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Struggle with small talk? In this snippet from one of our My English Matters Academy sessions, Madam Azimah shares practical tips and reflection exercises to help shy speakers, introverts, and ambiverts feel more confident starting and holding conversations.From self-awareness to real-life strategies, you’ll learn how to navigate social settings with ease. And you won't even have to fake it!

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