The Importance Of Communication And Public Speaking

In the words of Tony Robbins, “To effectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication with others”. Communication and public speaking are two skills that are often mistaken as simple tasks. As social beings, this is often the case because talking to others is an essential aspect of our everyday lives. However, public speaking and communication are more complex than they seem. In other words, these two tasks may be utilized a great deal, but the level of effectiveness in which these skills are used varies between each individual person. In effect, those who fear public speaking can learn how to confront their audience with confidence. Prior to taking this class, I considered myself as a mediocre speaker because I

Due to this fact, I am currently working on not being that student who stands in the same place while cowering behind a stack of notecards. Consequently, I will continue to work on it because it is one of many ways I can become a better communicator.

In conclusion, communication and public speaking play a large role in the lives of human beings. The simple task of speaking to others is used so much that we tend to forget how incredibly important it truly is. According to Tony Robbins, “The way we communicate with others and with ourselves ultimately determines the quality of our lives”. The act of creating and maintaining specific goals involves work and often builds character in the process. Thus, it is imperative that we recognize our weaknesses especially when it comes to communication. Furthermore, by improving upon reducing my anxiety, learning from my writing mistakes, and gaining a better grip on verbal and nonverbal communication, I have become a better speaker. In addition, I will never forget the impact this class had on me because the lessons I learned will be the very reason for my success in the