Invest in Education
Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death. ~ Albert Einstein
Investing in good education will fast track your success and pay dividends in all areas of your life: business, relationships, finances, and personal. The benefits of continued education are so important, many professions require a minimum hour of classes to just to stay licensed. Continued education keeps us current on the latest trends, sharpens our minds and skills, inspires and motivates us, and gives us insights to how we can do and be better. It’s no wonder the greatest minds in the world believe education is for life.
The good news is, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to go back to school. There are countless ways to invest in education on practically any topic, thanks to modern technologies:
- Seminars, classes and conferences
- Professional coaching
- Books (eBooks, audio books, and good old fashion paper books and all available at public libraries)
- Ted Talks and You Tube
- On-line courses
- Podcasts
- Apps
Learning is a mindset. It’s a matter of seeking it out and investing the time. Whether you want to sharpen your leadership skills or learn a new language, there are countless resources at your fingertips.
Wondering where to get started? Here are some of my favorite great reads:
- The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks
- Grit: Power of Passion & Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
- The Power of Less by Leo Babauta
For more great books check out my earlier post for summer must reads.
