Business English presentation skills lesson on the top three fears people have: snakes, heights and public speaking. These top tips for making a presentation will help you be prepared so you fear is less (can’t help you with any snakes in the room). 70% of executives surveyed have stated that having better public speaking skills is critical for success. Even noted investor Warren Buffett stated that public speaking is “an asset that will last you 50 or 60 years”. Buffett also warned that low skills in public speaking are a liability; Buffett said ”If you can’t communicate and talk to other people … you’re giving up your potential”.