This is the second post to my feed section. I'm excited to share how I decided to expand my sales-driven expertise into the intriguing world of coding.
Discovering a New Paradigm
So, there I was, knee-deep in the world of sales, doing my thing and thinking I had it all figured out. But then, listening to some podcasts, I stumbled upon this quote by Naval Ravikant:
"Learn to build, learn to sell. If you can do both, you will be unstoppable."
It hit me like a ton of bricks. Suddenly, I realized there was a whole other world out there waiting for me, and I had to dive in headfirst.
Specialisation is not for me
Sales had taught me a lot - how to build strong relationships with people, close deals, and soft skills. But as the digital age kept marching on, I started feeling like something was missing, specially in a world of tech-savvy entrepreneurs. It was time to level up my game.
Being able to expand my knowledge is extremely valuable. I don't believe in specialisation, it's boring to focus your life on just one particular thing.
Taking the Plunge into Coding
So, I decided to take the plunge into the wild world of coding. Let me tell you, it was a bumpy ride. Prior to this decision, I had never written a single line of code. But with every line of code I wrote, I felt a sense of accomplishment like never before.
The Fusion of Sales and Coding
But here's the kicker - learning to code wasn't just about picking up a new skill. It was about combining that newfound knowledge with my sales savvy. If I can sell solutions for others, I can definitely sell them for myself. And I just figured out how to build the solution to sell.
Overcoming Challenges
At first, learning to code is easy when you are introduced to the basics with HTML, CSS and some really noob-level JavaScript. But nothing worth mastering comes easy. It requires a lot of practice, patience and perseverance. I studied and practiced coding at least - on average - 5 hours daily.
The Current Output
I have built projects that never in my life I thought I would be able to build. And more is yet to come, but I'm on the right track. Building solutions for daily problems (for myself and the community) is what I aim for.
Conclusion: The Journey Continues
Looking back, I can't believe how far I've come. From sales to coding, it's been one heck of a journey. But you know what they say - fortune favors the bold. So, if you're thinking about making the leap, just remember these words: Learn to build, learn to sell, and watch as the world becomes your playground.