To change the paradigm, we have to change our language | Elaine Bennett | TEDxBayRidgeWomen

We can't get where we want to go using the language that's served to oppress us. Women and marginalized people—people of color, LGBTQ people—must take the lead in developing this new language and articulating the new paradigm. And we must do what the shapers of the current paradigm have not done—include everyone, get everyone (as many "everyones" as possible) to buy into the new way of thinking and talking. An award-winning speechwriter, Elaine Bennett helps
leading corporate executives tell their stories memorably. She also teaches writing and storytelling skills to entrepreneurs and others who want to become leaders.

A firm believer in the benefits of writing every day, Elaine runs challenges to help people start their own writing practice. Elaine's longest writing streak topped out at 953 days. The next day, she started on another one.

A longtime baseball fan, she roots for the Mets but named her dog Fenway. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at

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