There is a distinction in paid work between the skill components and the social components. Very often seemingly high skill positions turn out to be given to/oc

There is a distinction in paid work between the skill components and the social components. Very often seemingly high skill positions turn out to be given to/occupied by someone who only has social components- dresses well, is young, demonstrates aggressive behaviors, etc. Though his 10k hours for mastery of skillset thesis has been disproven- in the context that there does seem to be "talent" that cannot be "practiced"- I believe it myself and have observed substantial learning at older ages. However, for yourself I would question whether learning the skills is really what is required or are expectations and social components the more difficult obstacle to overcome. Good luck.