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Surprisingly, that skill has nothing to do with technology, math or evenfinancial literacy.

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So why, exactly, is communication so important, andwhat can it do for your career?

Since these skills cant be replicated by AI, employers value them highly.

Likewise, great communication keeps teams informed about their challenges and expectations.

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Leaders who communicate clearly can inspire their employees and bring out the best in every member of their team.

People in leadership roles might be well served by takingpublic speaking classesand working to improve their writing.

The thought of addressing a crowd used to make him feel physically ill.

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In fact, Buffett said he avoided any college class that would have required public speaking.

Today, of course, Buffett routinely gives speeches in front of big crowds.

How did he overcome his innate fear of public speaking?

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He took a $100 class at the Dale Carnegie training institute.

Buffett said that class had the biggest impact in terms of my subsequent success.

The takeaway?Even modest investmentsin your communication skills can pay dividends for years to come.

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