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When Shawna took the initiative

From holding back to sounding like herself in English.

Derek CallanSunday, Aug 9, 2026 at 4:48 AM EasternActiveCampaign
Derek CallanWhen Shawna took the initiative
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When Shawna took the initiative
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From holding back to sounding like herself in English.
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When Shawna took the initiative
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Aug 12, 2026 1:08 PMI never seem to find the time
Aug 11, 2026 1:18 PMSomething for your next English meeting
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Aug 9, 2026 4:48 AMWhen Shawna took the initiative (this email)
Aug 7, 2026 4:57 AMWhen the words don't come out right
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