Things to Think About and Do in 2011: SEIZE

I recently came across an e-book, Things to Think About and Do in 2011, published by ReliabilityWeb.com with some really good advise for the maintenance world. While it is available for free at ReliabilityWeb.com, I thought I'd repost the sentiments in a weekly series here at the Ashcom Advisor. I hope you find them interesting, intriguing, and inspirational, Happy Reading!


"S.E.I.Z.E."

My personal goals for the upcoming year involve more training and education. No matter what age or stage in your professional career, I don’t think there’s a time when you can sit back and say “Well that’s it, I’ve arrived, and I know all I need to know.” So I’, kick-starting myself. There is no aspect of both my personal or professional life that is more important that learning.


My new personal watchword for the year is S.E.I.Z.E.
My co-workers and customers deserve the best from me. I want results and yes, I deserve them also.

Search for training opportunities. Don’t be picky at first. Brainstorm or make lists by subject or availability.

Evaluate training opportunities. Is it appropriate? Does it further company or individual goals? Can it do both?

Initiate preliminary research, study, or find other ways to familiarize yourself with the scope and benefits of the training opportunities available. Ask yourself how it will advance your goals and your company’s goals to pursue these opportunities.

Zone in on the right training for you. If you’ve done your homework right, it will benefit you and your company.

Encourage yourself. You can do it. You have the abilities. Encourage your company to expand the training agenda. Address financial considerations or other concerns that hinder the consideration or development of training. TAKE THE LEAD ON YOUR OWN TRAINING. Don’t assume others will do it for you.

—Steve Mislan