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7 ways you should constantly be learning about money
Recently, I’ve been exploring a new topic within the personal finance space concerning individual stock picks, trading, and international markets, which is complex but also fascinating. Entering this world has exposed me to another layer of personal finance, which shows me the importance of staying uncomfortable, humble, and open-minded to various subjects within the finance space.
7 Ways To Learn About Money
Seek a prudent and trustworthy mentor. Mentors can also be authors of books, podcasts, conferences, bloggers, vloggers, and more.
Read books as if your life depended on them. Never stop reading. Books are the easiest and most accessible way to acquire new information at a low cost or for free.
Befriend people who raise you to a higher level of awareness and intelligence and grant you access to more knowledge. Most people who surround us are broke because, guess what? Most people are broke.
Listen to podcasts. If you’re doing laundry, cleaning, getting dressed, driving, or doing busy work, this is the perfect time to listen to an audiobook or podcast and learn some new information. We often have plenty of time to learn if we maximize our time. One of my favorite times to listen to podcasts is while walking my dogs.
Attend classes. Yeah, I get it. None of us have time to go back to school, attend classes, travel to conferences, or engage in full-time learning. Just kidding. YES, WE DO! We all have 24 hours, seven days a week, and guess what?! That’s plenty of time to learn, grow, and soak up knowledge like a sponge. I’ve been attending a financial class for the past couple of weeks, and it’s not common sense. It takes time to understand the concepts, grasp the terminology, and follow along. But guess what? I keep showing up, and each time I do, I learn, grow, and take away another piece of knowledge I didn’t have.
Watch documentaries. A few months back, I found a short documentary on money. Not only did I learn some fun facts, but I also wrote about the facts I learned and shared them with audiences like you on medium.
Teach others. The best way to learn about money and new financial concepts is to teach them to others; this is the only way to reveal true mastery. I don’t believe in hoarding knowledge; if I learn a new concept, I want to share it with others immediately. Not only to reinforce the knowledge in my brain but to provide others the opportunity to elevate themselves financially and teach others, too. It’s a domino effect.
This content is for informational purposes only — not professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making any major decisions.