In recent training sessions I have been conducting, it has been interesting to observe the differing backgrounds of participants attending and the impact of the current local and global economic uncertainty on them.
There are those who have consistently attended, done the work required and have learnt something. Their assessments are high quality, supported by a great deal of research.
Then there are those who stopped attending after 1 or 2 sessions. Either the sessions were not meant for them or they knew it already or “I’ve heard all this before.”
This brings me to how to “outlearn” and “outwork” your competition in an economic recession.
In the 21st century and beyond, the only skill that will NEVER become obsolete is the ability to learn.
The rate of knowledge is doubling every 18 months to 2 years. This can drastically improve your earning potential.
Learning is a lot like exercising; it's an activity that must be done often to attain maximum results. Your brain, just like the other muscles in your body, needs to be challenged and remain active.
Why “outlearn” and “outwork” the competition? Two reasons
1. If you do not, some else will jump in front of the queue, outlearn and outwork you and you will fall behind.
2. More opportunities appear in economic downturns because problems come to the surface more readily!
The Phils-osophy
Tough times can bring out the worst or the best in people. Don’t leave it to chance.
Outlearn and outwork – because the rewards, even when its tough are amazing!
To your success
Phil
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