{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fcb0f1714-665f-4afc-8926-aa06274ff240","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Why You Should Learn a New Skill and How to Do It l E17 Justin Peters","description":"Today, I go solo and speak on the importance of skill acquisition. I believe learning new things will not only lead to professional advancements but a more meaningful, personal life as well.\nIn this episode, I give a framework for how you can start learning something new. I will also caution you on obstacles to look out for and how to overcome them.\nThis episode is perfect for someone who feels they\u2019re living a mundane life and looking to change that today.\n\u00a0\nKey Takeaways:\n[3:02] Why you should pursue acquiring new skills for both professional and personal reason\n[9:07] Staying in the beginner\u2019s mindset\n[14:14] Simple framework for learning something new\n[19:46] Obstacles to look out for when learning a new skill and how to overcome them.\n\u00a0\nFavorite Quotes:\n[2:07] I\u2019m not sure you can live a meaningful life if you\u2019re not actively pursuing learning new skills.\n[9:46] When was the last time I tried something that I felt completely out of my comfort zone?\n[20:27] You\u2019re keystrokes away from learning anything.\n[27:15] If you have some kind of fear, then manage the fear.\n\u00a0\nMentions:\nIdeas on Things to Learn (Google Document): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1q-G2cf5hhmtQxG9laj7QlxLhzVLcHfxkIr7mIeZpA8g/edit?usp=sharing\n\u00a0\nMore of TSIR:\nFind show notes and more at https://www.tsirpodcast.com/\nFollow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/tsirpod/","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/4989d9e3-e880-4101-ae16-a5e42fa05a1d/finalgabrielle-jcpzd7-jk3dht.jpg"}