Jack of All Trades, Master of None

We are currently living amongst the most talented and brightest individuals to have ever walked the planet. Advancements are being made every day in every industry. Whether it's technology, athletics, medicine, etc., it seems that every day we are witnessing new ideologies, inventions, and more that have never been achieved before. However, even with all this talent, many of us still struggle to determine what we want to be exceptional at. We often find ourselves wanting to be great at everything we're interested in, all at once.

Participating in several commitments can create a feeling of busyness, which makes us feel purposeful. However, in terms of business, it could hurt more than it helps. Think about it, who gets paid more:

• General Surgeon 
• Neurosurgeon

Ding! Ding! Ding! The Neurosurgeon.

According to Verywell Health, the average salary of a General Surgeon is $451,489, while the average salary of a Neurosurgeon is $788,313. Both careers are both socially and financially rewarding. However, we can’t ignore how much more income is gained from specializing.

Now Ask Yourself, Why is There a Significant Difference in Pay?

The phrase "jack of all trades, master of none" is an idiom that refers to a person who is competent in many different skills or areas but does not excel or specialize in any one of them. It suggests that although the person may have diverse abilities, they may lack the depth of knowledge or expertise typically associated with a specialist or highly skilled individual.

When entering the business world, it's crucial to realize that we're competing with others who have similar talents striving for the same opportunity to serve the market and make a living. But, if our attention is divided among multiple projects, how can we compete with someone who focuses solely on one thing? The truth is, we can't. If our clients encounter a specialist in our industry, they're likely to notice differences in the way we work compared to them. 

Before launching yourself into the work marketplace, I encourage you to do the following:

• Take an honest look at your talents, mission, and passion.
• Identify the problem you're passionate about solving.
• Identify the individuals who have the problem you're looking to solve.

Reflecting on these three things will help you narrow down your focus and target audience. That alone is a great first step towards going into business.