Nielsen Notes, 11.22.09 – Broadening Our Influences
Posted by Kim Nielsen on November 22, 2009
I have a wide variety of interests, but there are definitely things that just don’t interest me. I would like to think that I do a pretty good job of informing myself beyond the areas that interest me the most.
I try to read articles associated with headlines that don’t grab my attention at first glance. I try to learn about the interests of those around me. I try to read and explore blogs and articles that aren’t associated with my career or hobbies.
I’ve read in numerous places, that looking beyond our immediate interests can extend our creativity and prompt new ideas. I have experienced this on occasion, and I think it’s a good thing in helping me to become a more knowledgeable individual.
That being said, I think I’m going to try to make an even more concerted effort over the next month to learn about new areas. I think I will try for one new topic per week.
What do you read or explore outside of your area? Do you use other techniques to learn about new things?
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