Learning doesn't stop after school. We constantly learn new things every day of our lives. From learning new processes, practices, and marketing skills to figuring out that the cups don't go in that cabinet, we are constantly learning. Our brain is the most powerful computer in the world, absorbing every bit of information from the day we are born until the day we say goodbye. And the first step to learning is learning that you are forever learning.

Wisdom is a gift that is earned

Remember this well- €We pay money to go to college. We pay attention to learn.€ We can take classes all day, read books, and listen to presentations, but if we don't pay attention and absorb that knowledge, we fail to learn. We need to put effort into educating ourselves towards becoming wiser. New skills allow new options. Just like a video game, we basically level upwards, gaining new abilities and stats that improve our standings in the game called €life.€

An open mind keeps doors open

Continuously work on expanding your mind with new activities. We are often satisfied with what we know right now- not just in business but in life as well. We figure that if we need to know it, someone or something will tell us. But that isn't the way to get ahead. We need to keep our minds open and gather information before we need it. Though it may seem like a waste of time to learn something when you don't need it, you'll probably need it in the future. Then it isn't a waste of time anymore. It was an investment. Knowledge is just that- an investment. You don't lose knowledge, since our magnificent brain holds every bit of information we gather. You might need a little refreshing, but you will be the one with the answers when the time comes to put it to good use and help you succeed.

Forever learning

Learning isn't just limited to business. Life is about learning. So do things that strengthen and stimulate your mind constantly. Puzzles help stimulate your mind, and are a fun activity for an airplane trip while you're on your way to the next business meeting. Instead of watching a movie, read a book (success stories?) and let your brain do the entertaining. Many say that the way to a healthy mind is through a healthy body, so keeping your body active in exercises such as Yoga can help keep your mind and body functioning together and stimulate self-awareness. School is indeed cool, as long as you have a good teacher and are willing to pay attention. Take the time to learn a new language, particularly specific to a place you want to visit someday and may help your business.

At the end of the day, ask yourself what you've learned today. You'd be surprised at how much you can list if you stop to think about it. As you increase your learning experience and overall brain power, you can become a more interesting person, well informed and knowledgeable. You gain qualities that impress other business people- which is definitely a bonus for those who desire to forever expand their business as well as their knowledge.

As you work towards success, you discover what works, and what doesn't. The €doesn'ts€ aren't failures, they're learning experiences as long as you understand that is the way it works. A failure is merely the wrong way to do things, so you have to get over the speed bump and start off towards success.

Always be the person that says: Hey, I learned something new today- everyday.