From the course: Cultivating Mental Agility
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Spotting new trends
- In life, there's often a first-mover advantage. If you're aware of a trend or a development before other people are, it gives you time to plan, adjust, and make strategic moves that could be beneficial. So how do you scan the horizon for trends that are happening? Any of us can do it, and here's how. First, proactively seek out new learning opportunities, both inside and outside our fields. Some of that could be taking online courses or reading books that could spark professional inspiration. In the past few months, for instance, I've read books about the automotive industry, the shoe industry, and a book about how to import and sell physical products online, none of which I'm currently involved in, but they broadened my thinking and may spark ideas or innovations in the future. Second, think about opportunities for micro-mentorship, or what I like to call cultivating a mentor board of directors. You don't need to…
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