How to improve our Knowledge and Expertise
In order to be successful in life, not just in the professional domain, but in every aspect of life we need to continuously learn and upgrade our knowledge, skills and outlook on life. However, often it is the pride and ego, which stops us from doing it, by telling us that we have so many years of experience, high educational qualifications, latest professional certifications, achieved many titles and designations, which give a wrong feeling of superiority which stops us from learning new things, from asking questions, from trying new ideas and things in life.
An antidote for the above scenario is to have a strong believe that no matter what we have learned and achieved in life, there is no limit for knowledge; even if people consider us as an expert never allow it to get that into your mind, never be contented with the skill and knowledge level, always be in the pursuit of refining your abilities, skills and knowledge.
Always be a STUDENT.
In life for the pursuit of knowledge, be like a small kid whose mind is always open to new ideas, who is willing to learn new things, to explore new areas and never feel ashamed of asking questions and having hands dirty while doing the job. The point when one thinks that I have learned enough and feel proud, is where arrogance creeps in and at that point we become like a stagnant pond instead of flowing river.
"You can't learn if you think you already know" Epictetus
The best way to learn and further groom our skills and knowledge is to always look for mentors, people who have better knowledge and experience than us, learn from them, solicit active and realistic feedback, and never take the feedback negative.
Another way to enhance our skills and knowledge is by being ready to share our knowledge and experience with novices, youngsters, people who are new in trade, always be willing to help other people with smile and courtesy, this is what we owe to the world which has given us so much.
We can also increase our knowledge by reading latest literature resources, discussing our point of view with others with open mind and heart, trying new ideas and even if we fail while trying a new idea, still we will be learning something new.
So in a nutshell; for a wise person learning never ends ; so be a WISE PERSON and don’t let arrogance and ego overpower yourself.