Chapter 8

Career Expansion Via an Alternative Learning Experience

Be a student by staying open and willing to learn from everyone and anyone.

Dr. Dwayne W. Dyer

In addition to educational and training venues, people can look for professional learning opportunities through alternative learning options: volunteer and mentoring programs. They may want to customize their learning experience to meet an individual improvement need. Often, a volunteer assignment or mentoring relationship satisfies other interests, such as gaining specific skill experience or increasing network circles.

Volunteerism and mentorship are two very different activities serving ...

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