In this episode we are chatting about the strategies and techniques I use for effective learning. I truly believe that the art of learning is one of the most powerful tools God has given us, and I want to share the process that has been helping me in case you find it valuable as well!  

If you're looking to expand your knowledge, solve specific problems, or even just become better at what you do, this episode is for you!

 

Here's what we covered:

• My personal love for learning (spoiler: it's like Linda's love for milk chocolate chips! 🍫).

• The strategy I use when trying to grasp a new topic and how this compares to assembling a puzzle.

• How Tim Ferriss and his unique learning challenges inspire our perspective on gaining knowledge rapidly.

• The importance of recognizing where you have knowledge gaps and the humility to fill them.

• My recent journey into understanding soil macronutrients for better gardening (it's more fascinating than you might think)!

• The difference in approach between learning something entirely new vs. refining what you already know.

• Why the order or sequence in which you learn things is more critical than ever in today's age of information overload.

 

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Approach learning with humility. Being open-minded allows you to absorb more and view things from different perspectives.

• Sequencing your learning is vital. Think of it as building a foundation and then constructing the house.

• Sometimes, it's about searching for that one game-changing nugget amidst the wealth of information you already know.

 

Resources Mentioned:

•  Tim Ferriss' unique approach to rapid learning - https://tim.blog/2014/09/30/the-tim-ferriss-show-tracy-dinunzio-on-rapid-growth-and-rapid-learning/ 

• The parable of the talents and its application to lifelong learning - https://seedtime.com/the-parable-of-the-talents/ 

• Our previous podcast episode on quarterly business planning - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_693Ux9Akc 

 

Final Thoughts: In an age of information overload, it's not about what you learn but how you learn. Make sure you're not just collecting data but synthesizing it in a way that can truly enrich your life and help you achieve your God-given purpose.

Tune into the SeedTime Money podcast and discover the techniques to elevate your learning process. And hey, if you're interested in a SeedTime pickleball tournament, let us know! 

 

Watch this episode on our SeedTime Money Podcast YouTube channel (https://studio.youtube.com/video/oFC1ntw_7_8/edit#:~:text=https%3A//youtube.com/live/oFC1ntw_7_8)!

 

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