Ever think to yourself, “If only I knew how to do this one extra thing, I could get a promotion”? As you get settled into your career, you might wonder how you can keep growing your skillset. Continuing education can be a big part of that advancement.
It doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to pick up additional skills that can enhance your value. Your company might offer access to courses through Lynda (which is becoming LinkedIn Learning), Skillshare, or another online learning platform. Some libraries even offer free subscriptions to the classes on these platforms, although you may need to visit your local branch to access them.
You can also investigate class offerings at your local community college, or sign up for a free online class called a MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) offered by a top-name university. There might even be a club of enthusiasts who offer free or inexpensive classes and workshops in your area, whether you want to learn how to code websites or practice a language.
Learning about a new aspect of your industry or a skill you can apply to your daily work not only gives you a boost of confidence. It also looks great on your resume when it’s time to apply for a job or promotion. Or, you may find that your newly honed skills help you sell the products or services you offer in your side hustle. Either way, you’ll be putting your best foot forward and showing your value while you stretch your brain a bit.