What does a sharp saw have to do with lifelong learning? For all you Covey fans, you know Dr. Steven Covey coined the phrase "sharpen the saw" in his highly acclaimed book The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. To me, I think about a saw sharpener as a complicated device that I would never be able to use. Doing an image search on "saw sharpener" on Google shows 423 different pictures of saw sharpening devices that require you to know various things and exert various amounts of effort to "sharpen a saw" in the traditional sense. Now there are probably close to this many ways we can keep our own saws sharp by continuously learning. I won't bore you with all of them, but I will outline a few of the ones I've found helpful below.
1) Join a professional organization and use their training outlets - You may already be part of an organization like Toastmasters, a local writer's workshop group, or something else of that nature. Perhaps there are other organizations out there that might also suit your needs? If you're not sure, ask someone how they've done what they do, and then do it!
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2) Pursue an advanced degree - For some, an MBA or masters in something job related is what you need to advance up the ranks and to stay sharp in your current job. If this is you, there are so many different resources available to you now, some online, some traditional, some that blend the two, and definitely you can find something that will fit in your schedule if traditional schooling is for you.
3) Certification - For others, an industry-specific certification is all that's needed to stay sharp. Just like a traditional college, you can do self-paced study or take a class online to get the certification you need to move up.
4) Use your company's training - Many larger companies offer in-house training to associates once they reach a certain level. What have you got to lose by talking to your manager, supervisor, or HR department about the classes that might be available to you at your current level? If you're fortunate, you'll get a few different ideas, and your employer will probably pay for these classes and give you time to complete the necessary materials.
5) Read a book or a website that's topic specific to what you want to learn - If you're looking for a good book or for that perfect website, ask someone else you know who is an authority on what you need. There are so many books published every year, you're bound to find one or two that suit your needs. And the web is full of things to help you learn more about what you need to know.
6) Find a mentor - My last piece of advice is something you can do at anytime, and that is finding a mentor. Seek someone out in your company who knows what you need to know and ask them questions. Buy them lunch and pick their brain. Find someone in our organization who knows what you want to know and ask them if you can give them a call or have lunch together. Or look online and e-mail an expert. You'd be surprised at how many people are willing to help, if you'll just ask them. And maybe they'll even become a formal mentor of yours and be willing to invest some time in helping you advance your career and your life.
Special Price!!! Skil SHD77 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Worm Drive Saw
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Skil SHD77 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Worm Drive Saw Feature
- 20 amp switch and heavy gauge cord
- Anti-Snag Lower Guard reduces snags
- Die-cast aluminum motor and gear housings for durability
- Push button blade lock for easy blade changes
- Two position saw hook for safe rafter placement
Skil SHD77 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Worm Drive Saw Overview
High torque motor, precision machined worm gears. Oil pressure relief bellows; blade guard retracts at 45 cut. Ball bearing construction; die cast aluminum housing. Bevel and depth adjustment. Push button blade lock. AC DC rated, double pole 20A switch. 8Skil SHD77 15 Amp 7-1/4-Inch Worm Drive Saw Specifications
The SHD77 7-1/4-Inch Worm Drive SKILSAW continues the long tradition of quality, rugged durability and consistently exceptional cutting performance that users have come to expect from SKIL. The SHD77 incorporates decades of on-the-job research and dedication to deliver the world's best cutting tool. For more than 80 years, the SKILSAW has proven to be an invaluable tool on America's residential and commercial construction sites. 15-amp motor delivers power to spare, while tough worm drive gearing increases saw life. |
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 Die-cast housing and durable steel foot allow the SHD77 to endure jobsite abuse. View larger. |
 2-position saw hook ensures safe rafter placement. |
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The SHD77 Worm Drive SKILSAW delivers 15 amps of power, benefiting from the new high-temperature wiring. And the die-cast housing and sturdy steel foot were designed to endure jobsite abuse, delivering the ultimate in durability and ensuring a longer saw life. The SHD77 also comes with a 20-amp AC/DC switch, providing maximum reliability in an unreliable world.
Additional features include worm drive gearing and a patented Anti Snag lower guard. The SHD77 comes with a 24-tooth carbide tipped blade that is ready for action. An oil indicator and push-button spindle lock provide assistance with maintenance and blade replacement, while a two-position saw hook ensures safe rafter placement.
SKIL Heritage
SKIL Power Tools is a leader in portable electric power tools and accessories that serves the consumer do-it-yourself and professional construction markets. Founded in 1924 with the invention of the SKILSAW Worm Drive, SKIL now delivers a complete line of power tools designed and engineered to help do-it-yourselfers achieve home project success, while providing professionals durable, cost-conscience tools for the jobsite.
What's in the Box
SHD77 7-1/4-inch Worm Drive SKILSAW, 24-tooth carbide tipped blade, and wrench.
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