Speaking with confidence is a skill. A life-long skill. As a child. As an adult. As a species, we need to be able to communicate effectively to fulfil the five human needs of survival, love and belonging, power, freedom, and fun.
Having the confidence to ask a question, being able to contribute to a conversation, and presenting ideas in a clear and concise way is a skill.
Telling a story to a friend or speaking to a large audience of strangers is a skill.
Nurturing Confident Speakers 