The start of a New Year brings a lot of opportunities. That is, a lot of people look at a New Year as an opportunity to make changes. But these resolutions and changes don't always have to be about changing ourselves personally; we can also resolve to improve our work and professional selves as well.
One great way to do this is to take advantage of available educational and learning opportunities. Lucky for us in the glass industry, there are many programs of which you can take advantage--and a good chunk of them fall within the first three months of each year. What great timing!
By taking part in industry conferences, seminars, trade shows, etc. you have the opportunity to learn valuable information, improve your work self and performance and, perhaps prove yourself a stronger employee and asset to your company.
So, what can you do at these industry events? You can participate in technical working sessions, which allow you to help in creating many of the standards, guidelines and procedures followed in the industry. You can hear presentations and take part in discussions that are focused on current issues that are impacting the industry, such as energy codes and the environment as well as the growth of China's glass manufacturing and production industry.
If you think getting involved and taking part in some of these events is right for you, take a look at the industry event calendar at www.usglassmag.com.
