111 Learning Strategies

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Leaders are learners.

If you aren't putting anything in then you're not going to be able to take anything out. If you don't keep learning as a leader you will soon come to a place where you have nothing to offer your followers.

GuideToOnlineSchools.com has compiled a list of 111 learning strategies. They write...

Let's face it, sometimes real life is just too much. We've all been there, staring at the face of our boss or professor, knowing words are coming from his mouth, but hearing nothing, absorbing nothing, learning nothing. Well, we'd like to help you out with that. We've compiled the best 111 tricks to keep you on top of your intellectual game. With these tips, you'll remember more, come up with better ideas, and be able to communicate your thoughts better.

Their list of learning strategies are simple and straightforward. It's the kind of list that you can look at and kickstart your own learning immediately. Here's the last 10 in the list...

102. Practice
Practice makes perfect--it's as simple as that.
103. Always carry a notebook
Good ideas come at random times and having a notebook means you'll never forget them. It will also help organize your thoughts and help you remember things by writing them down.
104. Read a lot
Reading stimulates all sorts of regions of the brain and helps you become a better learner.
105. Problem-solve whenever you can
When you run into roadblocks, problem solving techniques can help you work through.
106. Role play
By working through real-life situations, you'll be able to more fully understand your ideas.
107. Collaborate
Working in groups allows you to share ideas and get ideas from others.
108. Try to enjoy learning
It's much easier to devote your time to something you enjoy. so get your head in the game!
109. Review
Regularly review what you've already done, so you don't forget later.
110. Find examples
Find examples of your finished product, and you'll get a better idea of what you need to accomplish.
111. Take notes
     Take notes, so you can remember questions and ideas later.

Once you've read the list, don't simply nod your head in approval...get out there and keep learning. It will raise your leadership to a whole new level.