Learn the basic tools available, how to use them, when to call on each one depending on the task at hand and you'll always figure out a way to conquer a job.
Starting with a carpenters pencil, most tools have more than their most obvious use and can double up for several time saving tasks. Learn the basic tools available, how to use them, when to call on each one depending on the task at hand and you'll always figure out a way to conquer a job.