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Pursue Your Pivot: Learning New Skills
Eboni
February 29, 2024
A Word …
It’s a Leap Year, and even though we celebrate the culture year-round, we get another day to bask in the sun of Black History Month, so make it a great day!
Also … Two months! TWO months of 2024 have come and gone. Have you made steps towards your pivot? If so, respond to this email and let me know what you’ve accomplished. If not, reply to this email and let me know how I can support you. Either way, I want to cheer you on.
And even though February sped out of here like it was late for an appointment, I hope this month treated you well. Cheers to a productive March!
On to the task at hand …
Last week, I focused on leveraging transferable skills to aid in your pivot. Well, in addition to … and … also, it's never too late to learn something new. Obtaining new skills can open doors to opportunities you never knew existed and help you reach your goals faster.
The great part is that learning opportunities are more accessible than ever, which is clutch considering how fast technology, research, and processes can become obsolete.
As the Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, "The only constant is change," and we all know that to be true professionally. Think about what you were doing ten years ago, and there's probably a quicker and easier way to get it done now, if it's even being done by a person.
Titles, roles, and responsibilities are moving targets in the age of rapid technological changes. So, upskilling is a great way to stay current, embrace change, and adapt confidently and optimistically.
I'm a lifetime learner who’s always looking for educational opportunities. Nowadays, I look for topics like artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, branding, etc. When it comes to format and method, I'm all over the place. I like in-person, virtual, self-paced, and group learning, but after years of virtual-only learning, I'm focusing on live conferences, summits, and workshops.
Are you registered for any upcoming events (conferences, workshops, etc?) |
If you can't wait for an in-person opportunity and are ready to get started right away, numerous free websites and resources are available to beef up your skill set and resume. And with inflation inflationing the way it is, we love a good free.99 resource.
So, whether you're interested in technology, business, creative arts, coding, or personal development, there's likely a free resource to help you expand your knowledge and expertise. These are just a few examples of the many free platforms that offer a wide range of courses across various subjects:
I'm also a huge fan of podcasts and Facebook groups. I've learned so much professionally and personally via these two resources. These avenues are also great networking tools that give you access to people in the area you want to pivot to! I’ve reached out to podcast guests before, and they’ve always been receptive and helpful.
Another underrated learning option is continuing education (CE) classes at local colleges. Years ago, I took a drawing class at Emory University when I lived in Atlanta and worked as an accountant. It was a great way to tap into my artistic side and turn off my work brain. I recently started looking for more personal CE classes in Miami that interest me, like cooking and baking. Learning doesn't always have to be professional; it can also be an escape.
What is your favorite learning option? |
Parting Thoughts …
There are some hella talented people in this world who make things look so easy, but the truth is that they all started somewhere when learning how to master their craft. They went through different iterations to reach the point where folks look to them as experts. You can also achieve this high level of expertise in your intended practice area with discipline and consistency. So, take some time this weekend to find new learning opportunities and pursue your pivot!
