One and Done

In college sports a one and done plays ball for a year and then leaves for the pros.  During that year he must showcase his skill in such a way to attract pro scouts or develop his talent to a higher level. 

What if we applied this practice to other disciplines? 

Imagine attending college with the express purpose of showcasing your skills or developing them at a high enough level to go pro at the end of the year (or two).  It’s not completely out of the question.  You simply need to approach college from a different perspective.  Instead of taking recommended courses you study the what’s available and take courses based on value.  Your goal is to end your time with enough projects under your belt to showcase your talent.

But what if you applied this to your career.  Imagine being a one and done at your current job for the purpose of advancing your career.

 

Photo credit:Przemyslaw ‘env1ro’ Szczepanski

More of the same, blah blah blah

The New York Times has a very interesting and somewhat sad story about the current state of newspapers.  It seems that they are way past the time to jump on board the digital train.  Many are doing that right now.  Or at least they are running beside it trying to catch the rail and hoist themselves inside.

Unfortunately their digital efforts will amount to little but a waste of time if the continue to post their newspaper online.  They must harness the power of the web if they expect to stay relevant.  The same can be said of broadcast television and radio.  Simply posting their main product online and pretending to be content providers isn’t really going to cut it in the future.  Sooner or later people will stop caring and look to other sources for information.

It’s time for all traditional media to be inventive.  Do something daring and original.  If it doesn’t work scrap it and try something else.

As I write this, it occurs to me that I’ve said this at least once before.

You can read the New York Times article here: http://nyti.ms/NErFyT

Make the most of the time your given

Throughout life we find ourselves connected to small groups of people. In my own life I’m connected to many small groups.  Some of the groups overlap and some never meet.  But each group is completely unique and is comprised of unique individuals with special gift and abilities.

However I’ve noticed that my time within any one group is limited.  The composition of the group changes as old friends exit and new friends enter the group.  The challenge is to recognize and harness the special talents and abilities that makeup each group and use that change our world for the better.

You never really know when the mix is perfect and how that will impact someone’s life.