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commentr/StutterSep 14, 2021
1 points

Hello! I too work in IT, I told my self early on in my career i'll be taking roles which do not involve a lot of communication..what happens? I end up in an IT Manager role. I have many calls and ...

School & WorkSpeech & Stuttering
Employment & CareerPhysical Tension
commentr/StutterSep 14, 2021
0 points

Stuttering has never held me back in my career and I have meetings every day with random people. The only thing that has held me back has been my own anxiety about stuttering....

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work
Hiding & ConcealmentEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 13, 2021
2 points

Thanks for your kind words. Like I said, it was a struggle to get into such a role. I had a very strong network security engineering background. I read a lot. I put myself through certifications an...

School & WorkIdentity & DisabilityMeds & Substances
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commentr/StutterSep 13, 2021
8 points

Nice job man. How old are you if you don't mind me asking? My stutter has reduced to almost nothing the last few years (I'm 36 now). I work in an environment where communication is key (radio transmis...

School & WorkIdentity & Disability
Employment & CareerAcceptance & Pride
commentr/StutterSep 13, 2021
1 points

Thanks, Ive talked to a few people over discord who stutter but honestly theyre too young to understand the weight of this when it comes to being held back from a career standpoint. I dont undermine o...

School & WorkSocial & Relationships
Employment & CareerFriendships & Belonging
commentr/StutterSep 13, 2021
3 points

Thanks for your comment. Firstly, it always makes me happy knowing about stutterers who reached great places despite our condition. Being a snr. solutions architect esp. in cybersecurity is a sweet gi...

School & WorkEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerAnxiety & Social JudgmentFrustration & Anger+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 13, 2021
2 points

Please don't allow your stutter to prevent you from achieving your goals. I'm 61 YO and I settled for jobs below my potential because I was too embarrassed by my stutter/social phobia. I regret not co...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Helplessness & AgencyShame & EmbarrassmentEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 13, 2021
2 points

Just be yourself, that’s all we can do 🙏🏼 and everything will work out. I’ve stuttered my whole life but just was promoted to assistant manager at my store after being there for a year and a half....

Identity & DisabilitySchool & Work
Acceptance & PrideEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 13, 2021
10 points

Hey, I know exactly how you feel. I also work in IT and am now a Senior CyberSecurity Solutions Architect. A lot of people across the business come to me for solution advice etc... My rise to this...

School & WorkIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerAcceptance & PrideAnxiety & Social Judgment+2 more
postr/StutterSep 13, 2021
29 points

How do I achieve my career potential with a stutter.

How do I achieve my career potential with a stutter. Sorry, I don't know how to TLDR this one. I am just venting and appreciate any feedback from those who have gone through or understand what I'm goi...

Anticipation & AvoidanceCauses & VariabilityEmotional Experience
Avoidance & SubstitutionHiding & ConcealmentSeverity & Fluctuation+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 12, 2021
3 points

I got into a Top 3 engineering program 25 years ago and had the same concerns you do now. I went despite the fear and loved (nearly) every minute of my education. You're going to be in a position to...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & WorkCoping & Advocacy
Hope & MotivationEmployment & CareerSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries
commentr/StutterSep 12, 2021
6 points

Even though it's not classed as a disability and there is no financial support like other disabilities, to me it 100% is.. it's effected my entire life, esp in adulthood.. it's ruined any career I w...

School & WorkSocial & RelationshipsEmotional Experience
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commentr/StutterSep 12, 2021
2 points

I was in your shoes 20 years ago. Already had my interview setup for MIT and I was concerned about the same thing. I let this fear stop me and it was my biggest regret in college. DON’T LET THE FEAR C...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & Work
Helplessness & AgencyEmployment & CareerHope & Motivation
commentr/StutterSep 11, 2021
1 points

Stuttering can certainly be contextual though. For example some people only mainly stammer at school and work and not so much with their family...

Causes & VariabilitySchool & Work
Environmental TriggersSchool & Academic LifeEmployment & Career
postr/StutterSep 11, 2021
2 points

Stuttering student in top colleges/Universities?

Stuttering student in top colleges/Universities? I'm a female stutterer/stammerer( have it under control except for some syllables like my name). I wanted to know if there are stuttering students in t...

School & Work
School & Academic LifeEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 10, 2021
4 points

Don’t let it hold you back. It’ll only keep you from doing interesting stuff and really growing and enjoying life. I’ve got a moderate to severe stutter depending on the day. I used to think I could n...

School & WorkSocial & RelationshipsCoping & Advocacy
Employment & CareerDating & RomanceSelf-Advocacy & Boundaries+1 more
commentr/StutterSep 9, 2021
1 points

What an excellent post, thank you so much. I'd really want to have a chat with you and talk about a few things. I've been struggling with this shit for more than 20 years now, and it has turned my lif...

Emotional ExperienceSchool & WorkCauses & Variability
Anxiety & Social JudgmentEmployment & CareerPropositionality & Weight+2 more
commentr/StutterSep 9, 2021
1 points

That sounds interesting. I've never tried treatment with any medication. I've been struggling with stuttering for over 20 years now and it has made my life incredibly difficult at times, such as right...

Meds & SubstancesSchool & Work
Medication InquiriesHelpful Med OutcomesEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 8, 2021
2 points

I work at a Rent A Car branch, so I’m talking on the phone 24/7. It is super hard. Every conversation is definitely a challenge. I must say though, after doing it so many times, I no longer have any a...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterSep 4, 2021
6 points

I own my own Junk Removal business and we just won the best in the region for MA. Anything is possible...

School & WorkEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerHope & Motivation