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Podcast: Leadership Article Review Podcast
Episode: The Power of Learning as a Learned Behavior: A Practical Guide for Continuous Improvement in Organizations, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
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Abstract: This paper explores how the ability to continuously learn and improve is a critical yet underutilized skill in both personal and professional contexts. It argues that learning is not an innate capability, but rather a learned behavior that must be intentionally developed through conscious effort and practice. The paper first defines organizational learning as the continual and collaborative process of using data and experience to enhance performance. It then examines the science of habit formation, showing how learning requires repetitive practice to become an automatic response. The paper outlines strategies for leaders to shape a learning-oriented organizational culture...