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There\u2019s an old saying: \u2018You can\u2019t teach an old dog new tricks.\u2019 That\u2019s just not true. In this day and age, it\u2019s not only beneficial to pick up skills, but it is often necessary. Age is a nonissue. Children aren\u2019t the only ones who can pick up new languages. Young adults aren\u2019t the only ones who can learn skills. Learning never ends. Pretty soon, you\u2019ll expand your professional network and <\/em>have a new skill to show off!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mastery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

by Robert Greene<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Focus on One Thing at a Time<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When inspiration hits, you\u2019re suddenly overcome with an urge to learn a new language, practice an instrument, or fiddle with a coding language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, trying to learn several new skills at once can ruin that work\/life balance. First things first: focus on one thing at a time. One skill at a time. You\u2019ll have plenty of time to get to the rest later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even learning just one new skill can be overwhelming and an immersive, time-consuming experience. Overextending yourself, like by trying to learn two at the same time may backfire or even hold you back in both<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, with this one skill on the docket, take a step further to make it more manageable and separate it into bite-size goals. Leading us to\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set Your Goals<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If, for example, you want to learn \u2018public speaking,\u2019 that\u2019s a fantastic goal, but it\u2019s also vague. That\u2019s why we said it\u2019s important to divide your skill learning into parts\u2013 parts that are soon to come together into a well-oiled machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Setting a goal for learning is of utmost importance. Not just because it keeps you from being overwhelmed, but because it helps you learn faster<\/em>, believe it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your desired skill is public speaking, then set the first goal: conduct a PowerPoint presentation. After mastering that, move on to leading a meeting, and move up to making speeches in front of crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn From the Past<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s where learning later on in your career is such an advantage! You already know how <\/em>you learn best. By now, you\u2019ve probably figured out which method works for you. Are you a hands-on sort of learner? Do you prefer reading instead?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t know which learning style suits you best, it\u2019s never too late to experiment. Watch videos. Seek out mentors. Read everything you can get your hands on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Related: Why Successful People Never Stop Developing New Skills<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practice\u2013 A Lot<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Those who can\u2019t\u2026should practice, and keep practicing. Find every opportunity you can to hone your newfound skill. It\u2019s not going to happen overnight. Learning a new skill, like picking up a new habit, takes time. You have weeks to move past the novice stage; months before you become an expert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the end of the day, remember that learning a new skill, even if it\u2019s in the middle or later part of your career rather than the beginning \u2013 takes time, patience, and a few tricks\u2013 that you now know\u2013 up your sleeve! Once you\u2019re committed, though, there\u2019s nothing you can\u2019t learn. Career advancement, here we come!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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