I use them a lot actually, but it depends on the character. Estu gave a great example above. For a low lvl monk for example I dump everything into mend because it sucks at the beginning. I also use them for weapon skills if I get a new weapon but my skill is still too low. I also tend to put 1 point on everything because I don't like to have any skills at 0. 
		
		
		
		
		
		
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