It is that time of the year when a lot of children are going back to school. There is excitement and relief. (Kids are excited, parents are relieved.) Maybe some angst and trepidation.

As adults, is it time for us to go back to school? How are you doing with your personal and professional development? Are you adding books to your reading list that help you to grow and improve? Is there a workshop, online learning, continuing education course, or webinar that you can sign up for that will motivate and educate you on the latest and greatest thinking.

Development takes some time and effort. It is a commitment outside of our day to day. It can make the difference in the way you think and behave. It can give you that added motivation and inspiration to be better, think differently, and contribute.

I challenge you today to make a personal and professional development plan. How will you stretch, grow, challenge yourself, learn, and be inspired?