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The Busy Person’s Guide to Becoming a Deliberate Learner

My Journey with Motivation and the Secrets Behind It

Danny Forest
SkillUp Ed
Published in
3 min readAug 8, 2023

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Ever felt like you’re sprinting on a hamster wheel? Been there, done that.

As someone constantly on the move, I’ve realized the hard way: deliberate learning isn’t an option — it’s a survival kit. Without it, you’re basically playing an endless game of catch-up.

Let’s break it down.

Deliberate learning isn’t just about absorbing info. It’s about setting out with purpose, channeling laser-focus, and throwing strategic moves in your quest for knowledge.

From juggling the roles of an entrepreneur, dad, and an insatiable learner, trust me when I say: this path? It’s gold.

Wondering how you can light up that inner fire and set out on this journey? Here are some pearls I picked up along the way:

1. Paint a clear picture of your learning journey

Aimlessly skimming through books or being a seminar zombie? That’s wandering, not learning. Your first step? Carve out clear goals.

Think deep: What’s pulling you? Why does it matter? How will you toast to it once achieved? Put it down in black and white. Make them S.M.A.R.T. The clarity? It’s…

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Danny Forest
SkillUp Ed

Polymath. Life Optimizer. Learner. Entrepreneur. Engineer. Writer.