I am afraid to speak up in meetings because my accent makes people think I am less intelligent even though I have two degrees.
More people experience this than they realize.
When accent becomes a marker of intelligence rather than origin, competence must be performed through assimilation rather than demonstrated through expertise.
“Where Are You with First-generation identity?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.