In the long run , there needs to be sacrifice . But with the right motivation , planning , and time-management , it ’ s doable . And , in the long-run , lifelong learning should help you progress your career . •
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“[ But ] we all have chunks of time throughout the day between purposeful activities , from commuting and waiting in line to cooking and watching commercials . You may be stuck in a car or a waiting room , but that doesn ’ t mean you can ’ t be learning . Download a podcast or a recent webinar … [ or ] read a few articles on a new insurance industry trend .”
For personal learning , and bite-sized training modules , that may suffice . But for insurance and risk management designations – like earning your CPCU , you ’ re still going to need to utilize your time better .
So where is that extra time coming from ? After all , there are only so many hours in the week . How do you get a little extra out of any given day ? You can wake up earlier each day and commit that time to study . That works . Frappolli suggests going down this route just once – for example , decide you ’ re going to wake at 5am every morning and stick to that as your new regime .
But Frappolli also suggests requesting education time from your employer . Some employers will offer study time – but others who don ’ t , formally , may still be open to the idea of providing support .
“ Just because your organization doesn ’ t offer those motivations doesn ’ t mean it won ’ t provide support if you ask for it ,” he said . “ Just make sure you spell out the benefits to your organization in your pitch [ for study time ].”
In the long run , there needs to be sacrifice . But with the right motivation , planning , and time-management , it ’ s doable . And , in the long-run , lifelong learning should help you progress your career . •
Sam is a former news editor for Insurance Business America . Originally from New Zealand , Sam has received several journalism awards , including twice being named New Zealand Junior Reporter of the Year .
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