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commentr/StutterApr 8, 2017
1 points

Engineer here (currently unemployed but going on interviews). I think it is important to disclose that you stutter during the interview. Some people may not be aware of what is going on, and you disc...

School & WorkSocial & RelationshipsIdentity & Disability
Employment & CareerDisclosure & Telling OthersAuthenticity vs. Masking
commentr/StutterApr 7, 2017
5 points

I am a life long stutterer and have spent my adult life working in IT. I have worked on mission critical infrastructures and took place in rolling out code. Both involve heavy communication with other...

School & WorkIdentity & DisabilityEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerAuthenticity vs. MaskingIdentity & Self-Perception+1 more
postr/StutterApr 6, 2017
10 points

I want to become an engineer

I want to become an engineer Hey guys, first post in here. I've had a stutter all my life. Mostly just blocking. I recently graduated with a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering Technology and an Associ...

Anticipation & AvoidanceSchool & Work
Avoidance & SubstitutionOverthinking & MonitoringEmployment & Career
commentr/StutterApr 6, 2017
3 points

I won't try and speak on behalf of anyone, but as someone who also feels a similar sentiment about my stutter, I can give my perspective. For me, my stutter shaped my personality, drove my work ethic...

Identity & DisabilitySchool & WorkEmotional Experience
Identity & Self-PerceptionEmployment & CareerAcceptance & Pride+2 more
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2017
1 points

I'm a Military Training Instructor (drill sergeant) in the United States Air Force. In the two years I've been an MTI, I've only ever met one trainee who was sent home solely because he stuttered &amp...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2017
1 points

Hey I'm fairly new to the field. I worked as Junior Accountant for my first job. It was in a small accounting firm, so we worked very closely, which involved a lot of meetings everyday . In my intervi...

School & WorkEmotional ExperienceCauses & Variability
Employment & CareerAnxiety & Social JudgmentSeverity & Fluctuation
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2017
3 points

I was told by an army recruiter many years ago: 'If you stutter, you can't join the military'. ...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2017
5 points

I have to talk all day in a co-op I.T technician position at my college and I'm always exhausted from talking. This type of restaurant is perfect for me....

School & WorkCauses & Variability
Employment & CareerEnergy & Biological Rhythms
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2017
2 points

I have two degrees, the first was in accounting and finance and I worked in the field for 5 or so years before going back to school in a different field. Depending on your position, you can get away w...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2017
2 points

I tried to enlist when I was 18 in 2002 and was disqualified because of my stutter. I know people are able to get in but I was one of the unlucky ones. I had a chance to get a waiver if I read aloud i...

School & Work
Employment & Career
postr/StutterApr 4, 2017
3 points

Any accountants here?

Any accountants here? I'm going to study to bro me an accountant, and was wondering how much stuttering affects your work. I know I'll likely be on the phone a lot, but what other 'things' do you do...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterApr 4, 2017
1 points

Plenty of people have, including myself. Just keep your head down and do as your told to fly under the radar during basic training. Shouldn't have to say more than "yes/no drill sergeant" or whatever ...

School & Work
Employment & Career
postr/StutterApr 4, 2017
1 points

Military?

Military? I'm 14 at the moment, with a somewhat severe stutter. I really want to join the military, but wondering if it was possible due to my stutter. Has anyone here gone through any ROTC courses, b...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterApr 3, 2017
7 points

I have had a stutter for the past 13 plus years and I am a server at Speedys (not real name) drive in. I was scared af my first week or two and after a bit my hours were cut to convince me to start ta...

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commentr/StutterMar 31, 2017
3 points

I'm a Military Training Instructor (dude with the hat that yells at everybody during boot camp) in the United States Air Force. I wouldn't mind talking to you depending on what exactly you're looking ...

School & Work
Employment & Career
commentr/StutterMar 30, 2017
3 points

Yes, and this, OP: Claire works at a fast food place and does the drive-thru a lot, which many many stutterers would not dream of. So, it's a huge triumph, but some days still really suck........

School & WorkAnticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerHiding & ConcealmentShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterMar 30, 2017
3 points

Are you near Atlanta? I'd love to give it a shot if you are. I have greatly improved my stutter since it first started when I was 9 years old. I am now 22 and working at a fast food place so a lot of ...

School & WorkAnticipation & AvoidanceCauses & Variability
Employment & CareerHiding & ConcealmentSeverity & Fluctuation
commentr/StutterMar 30, 2017
1 points

I.T. technician and service desk tech. It's a co-op position at my school. I have to talk all day and explain my fixes to staff. One of the most stressful parts is fixing issues in front of large grou...

School & WorkAnticipation & AvoidanceEmotional Experience
Employment & CareerHiding & ConcealmentShame & Embarrassment
commentr/StutterMar 30, 2017
1 points

It's not so easy man. You're still required to communicate if you want to make some kind of career and I have innate need to connect with people....

School & WorkSocial & Relationships
Employment & CareerFriendships & Belonging
commentr/StutterMar 29, 2017
1 points

I am an editor for a website. I don't know why I still have a job, tbh. My job usually requires writing but there are opportunities to be in front of the camera or do one on one interviews. I am als...

School & WorkAnticipation & Avoidance
Employment & CareerHiding & Concealment