If you've ever gotten the impression that most people aren't as skilled with computers as you are, you finally have some data to back it up. The above chart shows the distribution of tech skills, and there's a pretty narrow pool at the top almost everywhere.

Last weekend, I helped out with a Guardians of the Galaxy-themed burlesque show. Having no background in theatre and even less in burlesque, I was only barely prepared for my job duties. Here's what I learned about working under pressure when you have no idea what the hell you're doing.