From Not Speaking a Word of Engli...
From Not Speaking a Word of English to Becoming an Author, Speaker & English Communication Coach

Afros in the Diaspora by Sarah Uwadiae

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Elvis Prince Tognia joins us for a deeply moving conversation about resilience, responsibility, and the power of communication.

Born and raised in Cameroon, Elvis grew up in a family where resources were limited and education was only available to one child—the eldest. After completing university, he immigrated to the United States without speaking a word of English, while carrying the responsibility of supporting his family back home.

In this episode, Elvis shares how learning English as an adult transformed his life and became the foundation of his purpose. Today, he is an author, keynote speaker, emcee, and communication coach who teaches others how to speak with confidence, clarity, and impact.

We discuss his journey from survival to service, the mindset shifts that shaped his growth, and how communication became both his pa ... 

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