Working in online learning, I’ve found that every year around this time there’s a burst of sign-ups from workers seeking new skills. Perhaps it’s a matter of New Year’s resolutions, or a reaction to seeing their friends and colleagues make big career changes each January.
4 Habits of People Who Are Always Learning New Skills
Make the time and stay motivated.
January 31, 2018
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Summary.
Every year around this time, there’s a burst of new sign-ups from workers seeking new skills. Unfortunately, the initial commitment to learning often fizzles out. Those who give up miss out on reported career benefits such as doing their current job more effectively or finding a new one. Four crucial habits can help you follow through on your intentions to develop in your career: (1) Focus on emerging skills needed for rapidly evolving job requirements. (2) Find a live course or a “synchronous cohort” of learners taking the same course at the same time — the camaraderie can serve as a huge motivator. (3) Implement learning immediately to increase “stickiness.” (4) Set a specific career goal and keep that front of mind as you learn.