Invest in your career and learn something new this fall! Back to School Career Planning Advice.
It is Back to School time! If you have kids you are likely paying attention to the Back to School ad campaigns. It is a busy time. Whether you are picking up school supplies and new shoes or furnishing an apartment for your college aged student, your time and attention is focused on setting up your student for a successful year of learning. But when was the last time you put your time and attention towards your own skill development?
Learning is a life long process. Effective career management involves continually learning and developing your skills. You need to find your strengths and choose roles that capitalize on what you do best. Don’t ever think you know enough. There is always more to learn. Nowadays, technology is changing the way business operates and it is critical that you keep your skills and knowledge up to date. So where do you start?
- set a goal to read for 2 hours each week
- find free blogs or training videos on the topic that you wish to learn more about
- work with a mentor
- sign up for online training
- attend a workshop
- sign up for a class
- pursue a diploma or degree
Learning can occur in many different settings and does not have to be in a classroom. You may be interested in developing new skills for your career or you may wish to pursue a special interest. There are many ways to invest in yourself and you will find a lot of on-line choices that are free.
