I don't think using filler words is an issue in regular conversations. It is less desirable in speeches, though, because it can become really distracting. The s

I don't think using filler words is an issue in regular conversations. It is less desirable in speeches, though, because it can become really distracting. The simple technique I've used to cut down on it during speeches is to pause instead of using a filler word. For whatever reason, it ends up being much less distracting.