SPEAKING UP
There is a saying that if you want something you’ve never had, then you have got to do something you have never done. This is something I have encountered myself.
I wanted to improve my presentation skills, so I applied to be an English tutor while I am studying English at university. It gives me practice speaking in front of students. I have more confidence and teach well. The kids enjoy my teaching, and I plan to do other things as the next step.
Pensinee Fuangfoowongrhat, Samut Prakan
Good for you, Pensinee. Lots more people need to be proactive like that when they’re trying to improve themselves in some way. Speaking in front of people can be a really scary thing, but it doesn’t need to be. As with most things, the key is just practicing. Not only are you getting something out of it, it sounds as if you students are as well. Good work. - Editor