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Are you a Newbie or a Professional in Training?

by Jesse L
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I have come to notice that when "some" convince themselves that they are a noob, newbie, etc..., that they sort of get the mindset of a child with a new, complicated toy, needing to be led and taught every aspect of it. And I don't mean they are a child acting childish, but someone that has become a bit overwhelmed of just how massive IM really is and starts over-complicating things, constantly being in information overload mode.

You do not have to learn every nut and bolt of a car in order to drive it...
You need knowledge of how it operates and taking the action to drive it.

But before I get off track, I am thinking, perhaps it is a mistake to consider and refer to one's self as a noob. Perhaps, in a subconscious way, when starting on a new phase of your life, perhaps it is best to consider one's self as a professional that is just doing what is needed in order to meet their goals.


Just thinking out loud...

JL
#newbie #professional #training
  • Profile picture of the author smonline
    I think if someone is a noob, he or she has to accept the fact that he or she is a noob.

    No joke here, there is a lot to learn in IM. You simply cannot start to run before you learn how to walk.
    and it takes a lot of time to learn the ins and outs of internet marketing or online business. There are a number skills one need to master.

    Consider the fact that a unversity offers a 4 or 5 years degree in MBA or entrepreneurship. Also some knowledge comes from experience. So how can one call himself a professional when he is in fact, not a professional?

    I have come to know that an average entrepreneur takes anywhere between 5 to 12 years to master entrepreneurship.

    Although it is possible to start earning quickly online, this is not a stable income. To build a long term business you have to learn the neccessary business principles and other skills.

    I agree with you that you don't have to learn everything, but whatever you learn, learn it well and do it well. But first identify what you need to learn actually.
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  • Profile picture of the author gabysanchez225
    Just keep your mind eyes and ears open and never think you know everything. That'll put you on the path to success, noob or professional.
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  • Profile picture of the author razul
    Yeah Jesse makes sense! I know what you are trying to say and i agree.

    You should defintely think a lot about where you are going and who you will become, but know what your current limitations are.

    I know I am a noob now, but i wont be forever. If you are the type of person who says stuff like: "I'll never get this! I am going to suck forever" - well those people will be stuck as noobs far longer, in my opinion. No point in saying something like that.
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  • Profile picture of the author Michael Ten
    I totally agree. I've never liked the term "newbie".
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  • Profile picture of the author cwill184
    I agree, I think sometimes the best way to learn is just to get stuck in. You can sit on the sidelines for as long as you want, reading and trying to understand everything. If you do this you risk never getting started.
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  • Profile picture of the author sigmundeverlast
    A newbie professional. Unfortunately, it does not make sense really, i'm a professional yet i'm a newbie here.
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  • Profile picture of the author teammate
    I agree that desire for learning new things should always be there in every one.
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