Ongoing Education

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An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.

Benjamin Franklin / author, politician, diplomat, scientist, musician, inventor / 1706–1790

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As discussed, negativity arises from insecurity or fear, which in turn stems from ignorance. The primary way to overcome ignorance is through education. This could be formal education or schooling, lessons learned through personal experience or the experience of others, or education through research. Schooling is rather clear, meaning that if you desire a position that requires a certain degree or certification, then find a way to obtain the appropriate education. Experience is a given in life, but don’t discount the value you can get from studying the experience of others. In terms of research, today you can quickly acquire poignant information through the use of technology. When faced with a question or doubt, conduct research to collect relevant information. That will allow you to pinpoint a clear direction and often avoid pitfalls or disappointment. For example, simply searching the Internet for relevant information can yield great results. Be sure to verify the source of each article you find in order to gauge the validity of the data, and also pinpoint multiple references for thoroughness and for comparison purposes. This simple methodology is a great way to get quick answers to questions without much difficulty. Never stop learning, and utilize whatever tools you have at your disposal.

 

• Action yields results and new perspective, so learn through experience each day.

• Learn from the experiences of others to save yourself some time and hardship.

• Acquire desired education over the long term, such as a degree or certified training.

• Read books and articles and attend classes to acquire information in the short term.

• For immediate answers, conduct research by engaging others or searching the Internet.

 

It’s never too late to learn and evolve, so work to expand your awareness each day through education and experience.

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