A "Know It All"

The term "Know It All" has been used in the past as a term for who obnoxiously displays that he/she knows everything about any topic or situation.  If you take out the word "obnoxiouxly", the term would be one to acquire in the workplace.

Today when jobs are scarce and cut backs are making jobs difficult to hold on to, being a "Know It All" can be most helpful.

I have a daughter who graduated in theatre arts.  She made sure she covered a wide array of skills while getting her education including, but not limited to, wig making, costume design, make up and hair design, set building, puppetry, drawing, and these are only the ones I can remember.  She found her dream job and landed it before graduation.  I know the fact that she could be put anywhere, could do just about anything was key in her gaining the position, and I know they will keep her through their slow season just so can they can hang on to her.

If you "Know It All" (well, there's actually no one who really know it ALL) but it makes you invaluable.  With companies cutting back, why cut someone who has the skills and knowledge to do what you used to require three people to do?

I always tell my kids to learn it all.  My son who works in at a steel company was offered the possibility of learning welding.  Sure, he's probably not going to make welding his profession, but why not learn it?  Then he can be an asset in more than just one area of the companies needs.

If you are offered an opportunity to learn more, do it.  Many companies offer learn on your own types of programs, such as Premiere pro training where you can learn more about photo shop and other areas of expertise.  Become a "Know It All" and become invaluable... indispensable.

This is a sponsored post for The Training Farm, however, all the points and views are my own.