# 203. 5 Speaking Habits That Make You Sound Less Confident

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Podcast: [My English Matters](https://stenobird.com/podcast/my-english-matters-3533096)
Published: 2026-07-28T05:02:10+00:00
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## Resource

Do you sometimes sound less confident than you actually are? It may not be your English -- it could be your speaking habits. Join us as we uncover five common habits that quietly affect your confidence and learn simple ways to sound clearer, more natural, and more confident in conversations. ---Want to speak English with confidence? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.myenglishmatters.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and sign up for our FREE video course, Speaking with Confidence. We'll send you seven tips straight to your inbox!

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