Tuesday, April 12, 2022 Lifelong Learning Learning shouldn't stop once you've settled into your career Guide Magazine Want to stay fresh and set yourself up for career success in the long term? Make learning a daily habit. “The learn-it-all will always do better than the know-it-all,” says Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft. So, how can you work learning into your daily routine at work? 5 Ways to Be a Learn-It-All Diversify – You’re not going to learn anything new if you only fraternize with the same people during your career. Surrounding yourself with people like you is an example of affinity bias—the tendency to connect with others who share similar interests, experiences, and backgrounds. It also puts you at risk of creating an echo chamber. Diversify your circle to view your job with a new perspective and broaden your knowledge. Question – Think outside the box. What changes do you think will occur in your industry five or ten years from now? How do you think technology may be incorporated into your role? This thought exercise will help you explore new ways of looking at your job and give you a creative edge. Ask for feedback – Don’t be too proud to constantly ask for feedback from your coworkers and superiors. Where are your blinds spots? What can you do differently? Focused and solicited feedback has the potential for redirection and growth in problem areas. Update – You’re never too old, or too busy, to learn a new skill and beef up your resume. Follow your passions and interests. Once you’ve identified what those are, read up on them, listen to podcasts, or sign up for a free course. CLAC offers a variety of courses on site or online that are open to members and nonmembers alike. Browse course offerings at clac.ca/training. Challenge – If you never challenge yourself, you run the risk of being stagnant and stale. But learning actually changes your brain—no matter how old you are. Volunteer for a challenging task at work that’s outside your comfort zone. Taking that leap will broaden your skill set and keep your brain sharp and engaged. Sources: hbr.org, randstad.ca You might be interested in Why We Work Safely 5 Jun 2026 Standing Your Ground, and Staying Steady on the Job 4 Jun 2026 CLAC Partners with Alberta Government to Advance Skilled Trades Training and Accelerate Certification 4 Jun 2026 Strathcona Mechanical Workers Ratify New Agreement Providing Wage, Scheduling Improvements 3 Jun 2026