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How to apply new knowledge in everyday life
Why continuous learning is important
How to find and evaluate sources of knowledge
Obtain context
Investigate the problem and ask questions to get as much information as you can. You can't give good advice when you're missing pieces of the puzzle.
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Relate
It's important to be sincere when you hand out words of wisdom, as well as find a way to make things connect in the brain of your audience. Advice will go in one ear and out the other if your audience can't relate.
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Use analogies
Avoid long, descriptive explanations and break things down with simple analogies. Use analogies based around common knowledge or things you know your audience would be knowledgeable about.
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Know your audience
Take note of your audience's preferred method of reasoning and decision making, then tailor your advice accordingly.
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