Today, Matt and Garrett chat about the importance of building your skill set for a lasting business. The current marketplace has many people shifting their business models and giving reactionary responses to what is going on in the world, however, Matt and Garrett explain that honing your skill set over time and not when there are gaps can improve your business and life. They start the discussion by sharing some reasons as to why you need to sharpen your skill set continuously, and then go on to explain that changing your business model often to adjust to the current marketplace prevents you from becoming an expert. Together, our hosts share a step-by-step model on how you can build a strong skill set through practice, research, and being accountable – excellent practical advice that is as insightful as it is timely. More great advice can be yours by joining the Ninja Selling Podcast group on Facebook at Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook where you share ideas, ask questions, and connect with other Ninjas. You can also leave a voicemail with your direct feedback at 208 MY-NINJA. And visit Ninja Selling Events for more information about upcoming open installations. Or if you're interested in taking your goals a step further, visit Ninja Coaching to check out all of our amazing coaches. Episode Highlights: Sharpening your skill set The problems that come with shifting your business model often How to build a strong skill set The importance of practicing your skills How to research the marketplace How to practice accountability Quotes: “In any marketplace, there are certain times that are mindset times, there are certain times to take action and get going, and there are certain times to sharpen your axe, to ensure that your skills are honed in and functioning on a high level.” “The truth is, if you have the skills, anything's easy.” “I am a questioner. I question everything almost to a fault.” “The way I can help guide them is by providing them with all the information so that whatever things are going on in their life right now, they can make a smart decision. That was my number one goal.” “If you want to be skilled in this marketplace, get educated right now.” “Build that skill set, combine it with that vision that you have, that belief system that you have that your business and your life is going to be what you want it to be, regardless of the rest of the world.” Links: www.TheNinjaSellingPodcast.com Email us at TSW@TheNinjaSellingPodcast.com Leave a voicemail at (208) MY-NINJA Ninja Selling www.NinjaSelling.com @ninjasellingofficial Ninja Coaching: www.NinjaCoaching.com @ninja.coaching Ninja Events www.NinjaSelling.com/Events Garrett garrett@ninjacoaching.com @ninjaredding Matt matt@ninjacoaching.com @matthewjbonelli The Ninja Selling Podcast Facebook Group Ninja Coaching Book Study