Definitely — most great speakers weren't born that way.

Warren Buffett was terrified of public speaking and took a Dale Carnegie course in his 20s. Adults in their 30s, 40s, and beyond join Toastmasters and presentation workshops every day and see dramatic improvement within months. It's a practiced skill, not a personality trait.

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