What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, except when it's a public speaking disaster that haunts you forever. My employer had organized a public speaking training in Las Vegas, and I was genuinely excited to improve my communication skills. The trainer's approach was brutal: forcing participants to speak for 5-10 minutes on random topics with no preparation. When my turn came in our small group of 3-5 people, I completely froze – something that hadn't happened to me in over a decade. Watching others get randomly selected to perform in front of the entire group made me appreciate my small group assignment even more. Sometimes the most valuable lessons come from our most uncomfortable moments, and this experience taught me that even seasoned professionals can struggle with impromptu speaking.