In this episode, Alyssa Jaffer shares her experiences with correcting people on the pronunciation of her name and how she thinks getting someone's name right is a true sign of respect.

Alyssa (a-lee-sa) is a content writing and communications expert hailing from California, with two degrees in journalism and years of professional experience in content marketing.

Alyssa is an active advocate for gender equity, learning and professional development in the business. Alyssa is also a public speaker on topics she's passionate about, including women's career development, wellbeing and marketing.

A creative and a writer at her core, Alyssa is also a freelance journalist with content articles published by Stylist, AllBright, The Drum and more. See her published writing portfolio at alyssajaffer.com/writing