How to build more “learning agility,” and why! Ep 194

<p><b>TITLE: How to build learning agility, and why it matters, Episode 194</b></p> <p>THIS WEEK’S TOPIC:</p> <p>Developing a capacity for lifelong learning can lead to increased opportunities, not to mention can help you build and sustain greater influence! </p> <p>This week, I break down what lifelong learning looks like, the brain science behind it, and why it matters so much (including to potential employers and clients). I also share how you can develop more of it through some easy, daily habits.  </p> <p> </p> <p>THIS WEEK’S GUEST:</p> <p>I’m solo this week! </p> <p> </p> <p>KEY TOPICS:</p> <p>“LEARNING AGILITY:” What is that? And why does Accenture CEO Julie Sweet put it at the top of her list of skills she’s looking for in new hires? </p> <p>HOW TO CREATE DAILY PRACTICES THAT SPARK CURIOSITY AND SUPPORT LEARNING AGILITY: I share 10 easy ways that work for me, but would love to hear any tips that you use as well.</p> <p>HOW TO BOOST THE VALUE FROM INFORMATION YOUR ALREADY REGULARLY CONSUME</p> <p>THE ROLE OF FAILURE: and how to ensure that its impact is ultimately useful  and value-added, and (potentially) positive</p> <p>HOW A GROWTH MINDSET SUPPORTS GREATER LEARNING AGILITY</p> <p>WHY YOU SHOULD TALK ABOUT A PAST FAILURES IN A JOB INTERVIEW</p> <p>HOW LEARNING AGILITY AND CURIOSITY HELP YOU BUILD AND SUSTAIN INFLUENCE!</p> <p> </p> <p>EPISODE LINKS: </p> <p><a href="https://hbr.org/2022/05/accenture-ceo-julie-sweet-on-the-most-important-skill-job-seekers-need-today?cx_testId=6&amp;cx_testVariant=cx_1&amp;cx_artPos=1&amp;cx_experienceId=EXK3YX95ALS3&amp;ab=piano_rightrail_recs#cxrecs_s">Harvard Business Review: Julie Sweet, CEO Accenture, “Most Important Skills Job Seekers Need”</a></p> <p><a href="https://shesaidshesaidpodcast.com/episodes/why-trust-is-essential-for-building-connection-with-your-customer-and-the-impact-it-has-on-your-influence-shop-buru-founder-morgan-hutchinson-episode-193/">Morgan Hutchinson, BURU Founder, Episode 193 on learning from failure</a></p> <p><a href="https://amzn.to/3w3QRwt