EP #165: MVP: Skillset Gap or Implementation Gap? What’s Really Keeping You Stuck

I’m bringing this episode back as one of my Most Valuable Podcast (MVP) episodes because it’s one of the most important questions you can ask when you feel stuck:

Do I need to learn a new skill or do I need to implement what I already know?

So many local business owners stay stuck because they lump every problem into “I don’t know what to do.”

But “I don’t know” usually keeps you spinning.

In this episode, I’m helping you troubleshoot what’s really going on when you’re not getting the clients, bookings, followers, consults, sales or the local visibility you want.

Sometimes you truly do have a skillset gap. You need to learn how to position yourself, grow a local audience, create better content or sell.

But sometimes you have an execution gap. You know enough to take the next step, but fear, perfectionism, confusion, comparison or doubt are keeping you from following through.

When you can tell the difference, business gets so much clearer. You stop grabbing random strategies and start solving the actual problem.

Tune into this episode to learn:

• How to diagnose whether your marketing problem is due to missing skillsets or implementation
• Why saying “I don’t know” keeps you stuck and what to ask yourself instead
• What to do when you do know what to do, but you’re not following through — and how to start taking action

Mentioned in this episode:

• Grab the mini training: The Local Instagram Formula
• Work with me inside The Localpreneur Academy
• Follow me on Instagram @‌lesliepresnall
• Download my Free Guide: How To Grow Your Local Instagram Following
• Episode #99: How I Grew My Business by 200%

If you’re ready to grow your local business and bring in a steady stream of clients, you need to check out The Localpreneur Academy. Click here to join me inside.

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