>>Great points!!
>>
>>>John,
>>>
>>>> I would contend that the BEST time to expand a skill set is WHEN you have
>>>> a job.
>
>Although this is correct by all means, it can be easier said than done when you are in a full-time job that you feel is secure and therefore discards the need to learn a new skill.
>
>Some people will do their job the easiest way possible, without learning new things, and then when the time comes and they've lost their position they suddenly think sh*t, I wish I'd learnt this and that etc.etc....
>
>Kev

Kev;

So true! I have been telling people for 30 years to not feel comfortable with their jobs and always learn new things. Some people believe you and others think you are a fool for daring to suggest such a thing!

Some people in the tech world get stuck with tools that are not up to date. Trying to find a job when your tool set does not meet the market needs is a real problem - if you want to have a greater chance in the job market!

Tom