Hello, everyone.

This is Enta.

When it comes to learning something, have you heard of the four-stage model of learning?

By knowing this, I can figure out where I stand and what I should do next.

I think you'll understand that.

 

It is said that people go through the stages of “unconscious incompetence,” “conscious incompetence,” “conscious competence,” and “unconscious competence.”

The Four-Stage Model of Learning

By understanding what stage you're currently at, you can alleviate the anxiety of wondering, "Why isn't this working?" and

You can study (or work) more efficiently.

I think you’ll feel incredibly anxious, especially when you’re working on a project (or type of work) for the first time.

Let's think about how to resolve this issue so that we can ensure proper construction management.

① Unconscious Incompetence

The stage where the person is not yet aware that they "aren't doing it"

Common Conditions at Slope Construction Sites

• Even though the spray thickness isn't sufficient, "It's pretty much OK, right?"
• Even if the number of anchors installed for the lath is insufficient or the lath overlap is insufficient—and thus does not meet specifications—it does not look out of place.
• I'm not aware that the drilling angle is off.
• Even if the safety harness isn't fastened properly, "That's just how it's always been."

 

Hazardous Areas

• He thinks he's taking it seriously.
• This is where the “seeds” of accidents and construction defects are sown
• The highest accident rate and rework rate

 

When giving instruction,

• ❌ Don't just snap, "That's not right!" and scold them without listening!
• ⭕ Illustrated with photos, diagrams, and figures—all from books, past projects, and actual construction sites to demonstrate and teach
• Comparison photos of the person's incorrect installation and the correct installation
• Display angles, lengths, and other measurements as numerical values.

👉 It’s extremely important to “make people realize”!

② Conscious Incompetence

The stage where you're aware of what you haven't been able to do

Conditions on Site

• "I'm scared to measure the finished product..."
• "I'm not sure if I gave clear instructions on the drilling angle and drilling depth."
• "I'm doing exactly what I was told, but it's taking too long."
• Watching my senior colleague work, I feel, “It’s completely different…”
• To feel anxious
• I lose confidence
• I want to hide my mistakes

 

When giving instruction,

❌ “How many times do I have to tell you?” Cutting people off like that is just workplace harassment.

⭕ “It’s only natural that you can’t do it right now” (If you try it enough times, you’ll be able to do it)

Specific Measures:

• Break the task down into small steps
• Prepare → Verify → Execute → Check
• If you set one theme per day, you're less likely to make mistakes.
• "Today, let's make sure to double-check the drilling angle and drilling depth, at the very least."

👉 Don’t blame yourself for “not being able to”(Nobody could do it at first, after all!)

③ Conscious Competence

The stage where, with a little effort, you can follow the rules

Conditions at the Slope Construction Site

• We can perform the work as long as we check as we go.
• You can measure the dimensional deviations yourself and instruct the craftsmen to make adjustments.
• Perform the work while checking the drilling angle and drilling depth each time
• Carry out the procedure with a focus on reattaching the safety harness

 

Areas that are still unstable

• When I'm rushed, I make mistakes (I get thrown off by something unexpected).
• It tends to fall apart when conditions change.
• Multitasking can lead to a decline in concentration

 

When giving instruction,

• Don't focus on speed
• Define the procedure as a "template"
• Explain why that standard was chosen
• Why is that angle necessary?
• Why is this location important?

👉 Through repetition“Reproducibility”The stage of enhancing

④ Unconscious Competence

The stage where your body moves on its own without having to think about it (master craftsman)

• Construction Management at a Slope Construction Company: The Pinnacle of a Craftsman’s Career
• I can intuitively tell when something isn't quite right or looks suspicious
• Instantly identify errors or accuracy issues in drilling angles
• The finish of the last layer is beautiful
• My eyes are drawn unconsciously to hazardous areas and critical points on the job site.

 

Pitfalls (Common Experiences for Veterans)

• "You can tell just by looking, can't you?"
• "Learn by feel."
• My teaching becomes sloppy

 

Key Considerations for the Company Going Forward

• “Visualizing” This Person's Skills
• Creating a Checklist
• Videos and Photos
• Articulating Numerical Criteria

👉 Turning Tacit Knowledge into Explicit Knowledge(If this isn't documented or explicitly stated, it's just a matter of intuition.)

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Where do I stand?

Where do the subordinates and junior colleagues I’m mentoring stand?

By thoroughly understanding this, you can improve the accuracy of construction and construction management.

I actually think this works surprisingly well as a self-assessment, too.

I put together the table below, so where do I stand?

Let's think about it.

The coach will be at position ⑤ lol (even though it's not written there).

 

The Growth of Slope Construction Companies

① → ② → ③ → ④ Apparently, you must follow this order!

✔ It's normal to struggle with ②

✔ Once you reach step ③, the situation will stabilize

✔ Point ④ is the culmination of “skill + judgment + experience”

There are all sorts of possible items depending on your perspective, but it might be a good idea to get creative and try making some.

 

See you later.