Growth Tactics Newsletter #118

Hey there,

This year has flown by in the blink of an eye! Before we jump into our topic, we want to take a moment to wish you a very Merry Christmas filled with joy and warmth!

Now, let’s talk about skills and the secret weapon you might not even realize you need: meta-skills.

We all know specific skills, marketing, sales, coding, design are critical to success. But here’s the catch: what happens when the instructions are unclear, the roadmap is missing, or the challenge is brand-new?

That’s where meta-skills come in.

What are meta-skills?

Think of meta-skills as the toolset that allows you to:

• Adapt when things don’t go as planned.

• Solve problems no one prepared you for.

• Connect dots others don’t even see.

Examples? Critical thinking, adaptability, resourcefulness, and decision-making. These are the skills that bridge the gap when everything else feels uncertain.

Why they matter

Here’s the thing: success isn’t just about the skills you have but also about how you use them.

Someone with strong meta-skills can thrive even in ambiguous or high-pressure situations because they know how to:

• Figure things out when instructions are vague.

• Pivot quickly when plans go off course.

• Turn obstacles into opportunities.

In short, meta-skills make you unstoppable.

How to build your meta-skills

Ready to level up? Here are 3 actionable tips to boost your meta-skills and stack the deck in your favor:

1. Get comfortable with ambiguity:
   Not everything will come with a step-by-step guide. Challenge yourself to tackle projects where the path isn’t clear.

   Ask: “How can I solve this with what I already know?”

2. Practice problem-solving daily:
   Every day presents small challenges—use them as training opportunities. The more you flex your problem-solving muscle, the sharper it becomes.

   Tip: Break big problems into smaller parts and tackle them one at a time.

3. Learn to learn:
   Meta-skills thrive when you embrace lifelong learning. Take time to study how you learn best and apply that to every new skill or challenge.

   Pro Tip: Reflect on what worked and what didn’t after completing any task—it’s how you grow.

The big takeaway

Skills will get you in the game, but meta-skills will keep you winning. The more adaptable, resourceful, and resilient you are, the more success becomes inevitable—even when the rules of the game change.

So, what’s your next step? Start small, pick one meta-skill to sharpen this week, and watch how it amplifies everything else.

🔥 New brand shoutout

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🔥 Influencer shoutout

Marcela Assunção (@marcelamaenodigital) is a digital marketing strategist and UGC creator who empowers moms to monetize their passions from home. Her content blends motherhood, lifestyle, and entrepreneurship, offering relatable tips and inspiration for navigating work-life balance. From showcasing family moments to promoting innovative products and sharing marketing insights, Marcela’s posts resonate with moms who aspire to turn their everyday lives into thriving opportunities.

See you next time!