What skill takes less than 10 hours to learn but pays off forever? – 17 worthwhile bits of expertise you can pick up today

10.

‘Probably simple car stuff. Changing a tire, battery cables, jump starting etc etc… You would be surprised how many people can’t do those things and how often those are your most common problems!’
-Bitter_Resolve_6082

11.

‘Learning a sewing machine, it takes awhile to figure out proper tension and it’ll piss you the fuck off when you’re starting out. However, once you’re over that hump, you’ll be able to fix your own clothes, make gifts, curtains, blankets, clothes, costumes, the world is your oyster.’
-Jumpy-You-5572

12.

‘Zipper repair:

Most tents and sleeping bags at festivals only are discarded because of slightly buggy zips.’
-stabdarich161

13.

‘Questioning EVERYTHING

Whenever you need to make a decision, spend a few minutes playing “Devils Advocate” with yourself. Especially if it’s something trivial or a “no brainer”

Make it a fun yet challenging game of Who/What/When/Where/How/Why against your alter ego.

You’ll learn an absolute ton about your good and bad qualities, your habits, thought processes, etc. You’ll also naturally learn how to phrase questions/opposing views as inquisitive, instead of abrasive or combative.’
-HansSloBro

14.

‘Knowing when to shut up’
-SofiaOrtega2001

15.

‘Basic kitchen knife skills. Learning how to cut stuff properly has improved my enjoyment of cooking no end. Plus it looks cool’
-scoro27

16.

‘For western folks, learning to use chopsticks well.’
-humma__kavula

17.

‘Touch typing is a crucial skill that you can master in under 10 hours, delivering lifelong benefits. It boosts productivity, reduces strain, and sharpens focus across all professions. By typing faster, you’ll save valuable time every day, adding up to thousands of hours over the years. Invest in this skill now for lasting advantages!’
-krishna2026

Source: Reddit, Image: Screenshot