Train the Skill or Hire the Skill?

Summary

• Listening to authority and following instructions are vital skills; if you can't do that, you're lacking in an important area.
• When someone doesn't follow through with these skills, even after agreeing to, it's a clear sign of their inability.
• Deciding to invest time in teaching someone these skills comes with an opportunity cost; that time could be better spent on someone who already possesses these attributes.
• It's crucial to weigh the benefits of training an individual against the potential gains from finding another person who already has the desired skill set.

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How To Take Action

I would suggest focusing on honing the ability to listen to authority and follow instructions. This doesn't cost much but is a big deal. Here's what you need to do first:

• Pay close attention: Whenever you're given directions, listen closely. Not just hearing the words, but really understanding what's being asked of you.
• Practice following through: If you agree to do something, make sure you do it. It’s like a muscle you train. The more you work on it, the stronger it gets.
• Reflect on your actions: At the end of the day, think about the tasks you did. Ask yourself, "Did I follow the instructions well? What could I have done better?"

Now, if you're teaching others or working with a team, you need to think about this:

• Assess skills quickly: Figure out if someone can follow instructions right away. It saves time.
• Don’t waste time: If someone can't follow through, decide how much time you want to spend teaching them. Time is valuable. You could be using it to work with people who've already got it.
• Make tough choices: Sometimes, you might need to find someone new. Someone who already knows how to listen and act on instructions. It's tough, but it might be better for your business in the long run.

Remember, it's about working smart. You want to put your time where it counts the most. That way, you're always moving forward toward your goals.

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do I adhere to Authority can I listen to instructions those are skills and if someone nods their head and then doesn't do that then they don't have that skill and then the question is am I willing to take the time to invest in teaching someone this skill when the opportunity cost of that time could be allocated to somebody else who might already have that skill or Suite of skills that's how we think about it