X10 on the education aspect !!
Learn as many skills as you can. ANYthing that you can crossover to other trades.
#1, you won't have to pay someone else to do 'stuff/services' for you.
#2, you'll be able to trade and barter MORE 'stuff/services'.
#3, it'll make you more 'valuable' in the work force !
Ask TONS of questions and WATCH others doing their stuff !