Career Talk: Learn - Grow - Thrive

Why You Should Be A Lifelong Learner + Benefits & Resources


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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:

    1. Leadership development
    2. Career advancement
    3. Side gig opportunities
    4. Keep your mind sharp
    5. Stronger communication
    6. Adaptability
    7. Personal growth
    8. Confidence
    9. Health and wellness
    10. Stay up to date
    11. Networking opportunities
    12. Fulfillment
    13. Motivating
    14. Help create new goals
    15. Enjoyment
    16. Exploring new passions or interests
    17. Innovation
    18. Job security
    19. Develop critical thinking skills
    20. Avoiding getting bored
    21.  

      How it can keep you relevant in your field:

      1. Current knowledge
      2. Career advancements
      3. Develop/deepen problem solving skills
      4. Networking
      5. Professional growth
      6. Future readiness / preparing for future changes
      7. Adaptability
      8. Increased confidence
      9. Increased job security
      10. Proactive
      11. Sharpen your skills
      12. Innovation
      13. Global perspective
      14.  

        Resources:

        1. Online courses (Coursera (EdX, Udemy, Massive open online courses MOOCs, MIT opencourseware)
        2. Podcasts
        3. YouTube
        4. Blogs / websites
        5. Libraries - physical and digital
        6. Museums
        7. TEDtalks
        8. Open educational resources (Openstax)
        9. Digital archives
        10. Language education (Duolingo)
        11. Coding (CodeAcademy)
        12. DIY (YouTube, pinterest, wikihow )
        13. Online forums (Reddit)
        14. Social Media
        15. Kids - learning platforms (abcmouse)
        16. Books
        17.  

          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

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