Public Speaking

“The biggest risk of all is not taking one.” – Mellody Hobson

Public speaking is an essential life skill that’s not often taught in school. However, it’s a skill that can be learned and improved with practice. Whether you’re giving a presentation at work or speaking in front of a group of friends, it will help you feel more confident and prepared. Start by practicing before a mirror or recording yourself to get feedback. Visualize yourself giving a successful presentation and feel the positive emotions that come with it. Stay positive and confident, even if you make a mistake. If you prepare well and practice regularly, you’ll be able to make a great impression when it matters most.

Rowan Atkinson, popular for his role as Mr. Bean, becomes uneasy and embarrassed when he has to speak in front of an audience. For example, you can easily spot it when the actor is present on talk shows. Atkinson, like many others, devised strategies to defend himself. Many of his characters have speech challenges, and Mr. Bean is, as you may recall, an almost silent comic program. Nonetheless, when the actor felt compelled to defend what he feels is correct, he went up. Despite his obvious discomfort, Rowan Atkinson gave a sincere remark about freedom of expression in 2012.

Whether you’re in your first semester of college or nearing graduation, you might feel like you wasted those precious years of school time. There’s so much to learn, and while some of it might seem like common sense, it’s still necessary. However, there are a few skills that you don’t learn in school that could change your life forever – and they’re not as uncommon as you might think! 

In an age of information overload, it’s more important than ever to be able to learn on your own. Many of the skills people need to thrive in the modern world are not taught in school. So, this list of 6 life-changing skills that schools do not often teach will come in handy for your future. Whether you’re working or a student, these tips will be helpful!