Conscience Competence

Of the four stages of learning, this is where I currently am with Strategic Implementation. My business plan is set. I’ve got the essence of each tactic documented and laid out. I’m having challenges with implementation of my overall strategy. I’m aware of what to do and how it needs to be done. I can do those things, but they require so much concentration on my part. They are not on autopilot. Each task requires an immense amount of effort, focus, and concentration. That is the essence of this particular stage of learning.

To give a bit of background, the four stages are as follows:

Unconconscience Incompetence - this stage is basically the beginning of all learning. It can be summarized as you don’t know what you don’t know.

Conscience Incompetence - In this stage of learning, you’re aware you’re making mistakes, but you still make them.

Conscience Competence - Is the stage when you can do the right things, but they require your undivided attention.

Unconscious Competence - is the final stage of learning. You not only do the right things, but they require little to no effort on your part. It’s like being on autopilot. You know what to do and get it done without much thought.

Today, my efforts need to be focused on my implementation. They require all of my attention. At some point in the future that may not be true. However, today, I’m aware enough of myself, my current situation, and my deficiencies, to know this is a fairly accurate assessment.

Today, Monday,, November 21, 2022, I am grateful that:

I completed a decent amount of contract work last week. I just reviewed my weekly summary and I’m thinking I need to set a fixed amount of earnings now.

I’m aware I need to determine a weekly goal for earnings. Freelancing affords me an opportunity most do not have. I will set an earnings amount since the funds are being diverted in multiple directions. Each bucket is vital and I need to make sure I have enough to fund each venture. That all starts with knowing my budget.

The weekend was relaxing. I got a chance to attend a birthday party. It was great to get out of the condo for a bit. I’ll get back to more work this week. Setting up and knocking down each task before me.

What stage of learning are you in with your career?

Same question, but for your side projects?

How can you advance?

What effort or practices can you perform to accelerate your learning?

How can you become more proficient?

Be Great. Be Grateful!!!