You could make a lot of money playing an instrument if you’re good at it. You could play for concerts, theaters, or movies. However, even if you don’t become a professional musician you can appreciate the skill that goes into the music you enjoy.

Stick shift vehicles are more dependable than automatic drives. You can push a manual into first or second gear and get it to start with a struggling battery. With a vehicle that uses an automatic transmission, if the battery is low, you’re going nowhere. If you're ever in an emergency where the only available vehicle has a manual transmission, you'll want to know how to drive a stick shift.

Everyone should learn how to change a tire, replace brakes and change the oil/filter in their vehicle because if not you can get stuck on the side of the road and depend on someone else to do it for you. Knowing these skills can also save a lot of money.

Most houses are at least partly made of wood and so is most furniture. Learning how to make things from wood yourself is helpful for saving money in the long run, and the work you do will be reliable. Custom work feels better and you aren’t limited to what’s available in a store.

Learning how to cut hair can save you and your family money. It pays well if you cut other people’s hair. Some people will pay hundreds of dollars for a haircut from someone who is skilled enough at the trade.