Note: I hooked up the Shure mic wrong LOL this NOT an accurate sound quality, it is however the quality of a MacBook Air hahahaha
Being a lifelong learner is so critical in today's society.
We are surrounded by constant change and we have to be able to learn and adapt to those changes
If we think about jobs that used to be relevant but are no longer:
- Lamplighter (1900)
- Switchboard operators (1975-1980)
- Camera film developers (1990s)
- Life operators (1970ish)
- Milkman (1990s)
- Video store operator (1995-2000)
Dictonary.com
The provision or use of both formal and informal learning opportunities throughout people's lives in order to foster the continuous development and improvement of the knowledge and skills needed for employment and personal fulfillment
So it's not just going to school or attending college
It's a commitment to not stop learning
Benefits of being a lifelong learner:
- Leadership development
- Career advancement
- Side gig opportunities
- Keep your mind sharp
- Stronger communication
- Adaptability
- Personal growth
- Confidence
- Health and wellness
- Stay up to date
- Networking opportunities
- Fulfillment
- Motivating
- Help create new goals
- Enjoyment
- Exploring new passions or interests
- Innovation
- Job security
- Develop critical thinking skills
- Avoiding getting bored
How it can keep you relevant in your field:
- Current knowledge
- Career advancements
- Develop/deepen problem solving skills
- Networking
- Professional growth
- Future readiness / preparing for future changes
- Adaptability
- Increased confidence
- Increased job security
- Proactive
- Sharpen your skills
- Innovation
- Global perspective
Resources:
- Online courses (Coursera (EdX, Udemy, Massive open online courses MOOCs, MIT opencourseware)
- Podcasts
- YouTube
- Blogs / websites
- Libraries - physical and digital
- Museums
- TEDtalks
- Open educational resources (Openstax)
- Digital archives
- Language education (Duolingo)
- Coding (CodeAcademy)
- DIY (YouTube, pinterest, wikihow )
- Online forums (Reddit)
- Social Media
- Kids - learning platforms (abcmouse)
- Books
Create A Plan Of Action
Set goals
Decide on your preferences
Online, in person, etc.
Create a list of subjects/topics
Schedule time
Track status
Ask for accountability help if you need it
Use all your resources
Learn
Practice and play
Debrief - what went well / not well / change
Make it continuous
