The best of the best never stop learning
Deepak Saxena
Counsel l Arbitrator l Insolvency Professional l Speaker l Managing Partner & Lawyer at Legal Prism
No matter how much theory you learn, or how good a student you may have been, learning on the job is a whole new experience. And it just never stops. It shouldn’t.
Recently, I was reading an article by Harvard Business Review and came across this thought provoking statement - “Today, the challenge for leaders at every level is no longer just to out-hustle, out-muscle, and out-maneuver the competition. It is to out-think the competition in ways big and small…Are you learning as fast as the world is changing?”
We are all leaders of our fields. So how do we ensure that we stay on top of our game and remain the best of the best? Here is what can help –
Identify a hero from the past or the present
Having heroes gives you something to live up to, a higher standard. You can pick someone in your field and always point toward them. Truth is, you may not always get a mentor who is physically present, and waiting for someone to pick you is the same as waiting for something great to happen. But you can actively choose your heroes, study their work and journeys, and identify the specific elements that make them great and utilize those lessons in your own life.
Take advantage of free educational resources
Technology has transformed us into excellent gatherers of information. From books, podcasts, blogs, online courses, and tools that provide access to whomever you’re trying to connect with, you can study any subject.
Explore unrelated subjects
One of my favorite joys in learning is studying seemingly unrelated subjects and then connecting them to my interests. Knowing that my mind is being exercised to connect the dots, even if it’s a subject that’s unfamiliar, allows me to unearth new insights and develop a richer understanding.
Make learning a habit
A desire to learn is a fruitful asset that will fuel you throughout your life. Without this unquenchable desire to grow our understanding of ourselves and the world around us, we stagnate.
Learning is the lifeblood of a fruitful career. And it’s available to you right now.