Learn Public Speaking your way with a TakeLessons expert

Klaus Vedfelt / DigitalVision / Getty Images Here’s the bad news: the number one fear for most people is speaking in public. Here’s the good news: Public speaking is a skill that can be learned and improved with practice. Whether you’re a student giving a presentation, a professional at a conference, or an entrepreneur pitching an idea, with the right preparation and guidance, you can become a confident and compelling public speaker.  Keep reading to learn how to overcome those

Curious about the benefits of signing your child up for public speaking lessons? Learn all about them in this guest post by Perth Amboy, NJ teacher Jeff S...   Do you think public speaking skills are important for kids? You might be surprised to learn just how beneficial they can be. In fact, public speaking can help kids boost their confidence, improve their communication skills, and even land them their dream job! As the fun times of summer segue into the stark reality of a new

Hill Street Studios / DigitalVision / Getty Images Debate is a form of intellectual exercise that has been a cornerstone of education for centuries. It is a structured dialogue between two or more individuals in which each participant seeks to convince the others of their point of view.   Debate is an incredibly powerful educational tool that provides students with the critical thinking, research, and communication skills necessary for success in the modern world. But at the same tim

Luis Alvarez / DigitalVision / Getty Images Speaking in front of a crowd is one of the most nerve-wracking aspects of being an adult; however, public speaking comes with a lot of powerful benefits.   Whether it’s delivering an important presentation at work or giving an engaging TED talk on stage, those who can speak confidently in front of others have demonstrated their ability to think quickly on their feet and convey powerful messages to audiences.   But what makes a good publ