The Psychology of Experts
December 24, 2008
Expertise in any filed is a desired trait. But how do you become an expert writer, master SEO copywriter, Internet marketer, web designer, or life coach? Does your age determine expertise? Your experience? Your training? Yes and no. The key is time.
Practice Really Does Make Perfect
The amount of time you spend doing an activity directly relates to your level of expertise. No one becomes an expert overnight, despite what those late night infomercials tell you. You have to put in the hours to master your craft. Now, this does not mean that any idiot who hits 500 golf balls a day but continues to play poorly, is an expert. 
The assumption is that with continued practice, your skills improve.
Chase Down Your Dream
When you choose a career or hobby to develop your expertise, the first step is examining your level of motivation. There will be difficult times and trials that will make you want to give it all up along the way. Without a huge amount of desire and motivation to get you through, you will never reach that coveted level of expert.
Motivation is a major factor in becoming an expert. “Everyone has the will to win, but there are only a few who have the will to prepare to win.”~ Mr. Starkes. Hard work is necessary and sacrifices are likely.
What Else Goes Into Making an Expert?
Many other factors influence expertise. Your circumstances, level of training, natural talent, ability, practice, and age all get dropped into the stew that becomes your level of expertise. Sociological experts will tell you that your income level, geographic location, and the size of your family also greatly affect your ability to reach your goals.
The good news is, with the Internet most of these issues are wiped out. The playing field is leveled. If your chosen profession involves online commerce or an Internet business, your motivation and time spent practicing your skills are the two biggest determinants of your level of expertise.
So Why Bother?
If mastering your craft is not a big enough motivator for you to write until your fingers bleed, perhaps your bank account is. People pay more for the work of an expert. Period. The higher your level of expertise, the larger your paycheck. For some, this may not mean an excess flow of income, it may simply mean that charging more for your work provides the freedom to pick and choose your projects and clients. Higher price tags mean you have less on your schedule, and have more time to create a better product or service for the client.
Charging more may mean that you have more free time to spend with your family, pursuing your education, or traveling. If you are living your life intentionally, you have dreams and goals for your future. Becoming an expert can help you get there.
“…obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but with sincerity of heart, fearing the Lord. Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. “~ Colossians 3:22-24 ESV
Live intentionally. Become an expert SEO Copywriter, Fiction Writer, Graphic Artist, or Life Coach.
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