Some interesting thoughts here on what “continuing education” means today. Included are real life examples and a discussion of the various reasons for pursuing additional education such as: to upgrade skills, maintain competitiveness in the market, improve candidacy for advanced positions, or as a conduit to a new career. Networking opportunities with professors and fellow…
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Now What? Q &A: Back to School?
Today’s question is one we are often asked and is answered by Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor. Question: I will need additional training for the field I’m interested in but when I think of going back to school, it feels like it will take forever. How do I decide whether to start a training program? Answer:…
Today’s Quote: Designed for Possibility
“The end of one turn of the spiral becomes the beginning of another. We are designed for possibility.” Gabrielle Rico
Now What? Q &A: Help Others to Help You
Today’s question came from a caller from New Jersey during a recent Community Call and is answered by Ginny Kravitz, Deputy Editor. Question: I’m working my way through the Now What? program and am on Chapter 11. Can you elaborate on what it means to “correct the behavior” of people in your life who are trying to…
Give Yourself Permission
Certain events have the impact of flicking a switch in our minds. They tell us time is limited, give us a sense of urgency, and importantly, they grant us permission to explore things we may have postponed until now. The event could be losing a job, seeing your youngest go off to kindergarten, or having…
Today’s Quote-Success
“Success is often the result of taking a misstep in the right direction.” Al Bernstein