In a rut? Invest in yourself

Has your job search run out of steam? Is your career in a rut? Do you worry that you are falling behind rather than moving forward? One of the best ways to infuse fresh energy into one’s work is to learn something new.

It was once common practice for companies to foot the bill for employees to attend conferences and seminars. Tuition reimbursement and employer-sponsored training were standard benefits of employment. Employees were reimbursed for dues to professional organizations and allowed paid time off to attend luncheons and seminars.

It made sense for companies to invest in training and development because workers…