When you are learning something new, you will make mistakes. Some mistakes can be cheap, but others can be really expensive. If you do not know what I am talkin

When you are learning something new, you will make mistakes. Some mistakes can be cheap, but others can be really expensive. If you do not know what I am talking about Google for "advanced beginner" and "Dreyfus curve of skill acquisition". I get several job offers per year from my professional network, because I have been doing some things in the past where mistakes were bound to happen. Due to my expertise I am more likely to finish certain projects within time/budget/scope than others. While it might be a long stretch, compare it to road cycling: who might have the best chances to finish a century (100 mile ride) within a reasonable time: - someone who has read a lot about road cycling - someone who has finished several centuries successfully Practical knowledge tends to be way deeper than theoretical knowledge, and usually gives you the ability to judge whether the theory applies in a certain situation, or it does not. You can not become a master chef by looking at TV shows, you need to walk the walk...