Habit #7: Stay up to date on your Industry
Read news articles, books, essays. It doesn’t matter what it is if what you’re reading helps you learn more about who you are and what you want to do. Listen to podcasts, radio shows Watch Ted Talks, documentaries and speeches Research the field you're interested in This can look different on a day-to-day basis, but the key is to learn something every day. It doesn’t matter if it’s small. Just carve out at least a few minutes to learn more about your craft and the industry you currently work in (or the one you want to work in). Here are a few effective ways to learn:
Habit #8: Work Towards Small Wins
Find ways to practice what you’ve been learning and hone your craft. This will look different depending on the given day and your career of choice. Maybe that means writing 200 words every day, even if you absolutely hate what you write (you’ll get better). Maybe it means volunteering with a company that can help you build your skills. Maybe it’s as simple as trying a new recipe, working on a website, or redecorating a friend’s living room so you can build your interior design portfolio. Just find small ways to practice and build your confidence.
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