As an entrepreneur who started my journey later in life (in my 40s), I've seen firsthand how my ability to speak with clarity and confidence can change everything. While many skills matter in business, one rises above the rest in 2025: public speaking.

Public speaking is not just about giving TED Talks or standing on big stages. It's about clearly and confidently communicating your vision, value and offer to the people who matter — your team, your investors, your customers and your community.

In this article, I'll show you the benefits of being a strong public speaker. I'll give you tips to improve your speaking skills. If you want to grow in business — at any stage — this is the skill that multiplies your impact.

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At age 35 and beyond, most entrepreneurs already have experience. You likely already have big wins in your field, you've learned valuable lessons, and most importantly, you have something to say.

But unless you can say it in a way that inspires trust, motivates others and attracts capital, your growth will stall.

According to a 2017 study published by the University of St. Thomas, Minnesota, public speaking skills are directly tied to perceived leadership ability, credibility and influence in professional settings.

Strong public speakers are rated as significantly more........

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