How to get rid of your 'ums' and 'likes'
Though certainly not the most criminal of linguistic lapses, this habit can be a drawback in professional life, detracting from the value of what is being said and often detrimentally affecting the listener's perception of the speaker's eloquence. It is something especially important to be aware of when it comes to job interviews or speaking in front of groups of people.
Here's how to rid yourself of this small, but annoying verbal tic: