I believe that each of us is moving forward or backwards in life, never stationary.  The word stationary suggests being motionless, still, or frozen all of which are contradictory to moving ahead. Thus if we are not moving ahead, we are actually regressing.

The speed at which we are moving is different for each of us and changes fluidly over time depending on the amount of energy we invest, the motivation we have, and our commitment to learning.

There are many ways in which we learn.  Some find direct teaching by others to be the most effective, while others prefer to learn from their own experiences through trial and error.  Regardless of how we learn it is important to understand the influence others have on our learning; who we choose to surround ourselves with is very important.  One of the most effective ways to learn is through the role modeling and instruction, which can happen with coaching or mentoring.

So how do we choose a proper coach, role model or mentor?  It would likely be a good start to find someone who you respect, trust, and admire, and who shares likeminded values and passion for the subject at hand.  Another important aspect is to seek out someone who is knowledgeable in the area and an expert with the skill.

So what’s next?  How can I set myself up to succeed?

I believe that in order to learn something and get good at it you must consider the following three areas: structure, motivation, and skill/competency. Click here to read more.. »