Add Learning Something New to Your Goals

It is important to stimulate your mind by learning new things. You can learn in formal and informal situations. The idea is to continue to stretch and grow professionally and personally. Try these ideas:

• In meetings concentrate on information related to your position and duties. Think of ways to apply the information to what you do. Ask questions and contribute ideas.
• Be open-minded when others propose ideas, even if the ideas do not pertain to what you do. You never know when a variation of the idea can help you do your job better.
• Listen to coworkers who have more experience that you do. Ask appropriate questions.
• Attend professional conventions, meetings, and conferences.
• Research your industry online to keep up to date with the latest developments.
• Read newspapers and newsletters. Keep up with the news.
• Learn as much as you can about your company and its products and services.

To optimize career success and grow and develop professionally, continuously learn as much as you can.