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IPC COMMUNITY 10 SUMMER 2023 It's because education, especially the effort toward lifelong learning, changes us for the better. I've spent my career looking for these opportunities, being open to new possibili- ties, and embracing all that I can find. My for- mal education includes a doctorate in educa- tion, an MBA, and a bachelor's degree in elec- trical engineering. I am fundamentally curious, so by following that natural drive and staying open to learning new things, I have become a much stronger contributor and person. Electronics manufacturing is a continually changing industry. When you take opportuni- ties to learn about new technologies and how they can best be adapted to your company or your factory, you have a better chance of suc- cess. When you encourage your staff and offer them opportunities for education that helps them enhance their career opportunities and skills, you are embracing a lifelong learning culture. Lifelong learning is any form of edu- cation in our lives with a goal of improving our knowledge and skills, but also just for the pure joy of it. Few things make me more excited than finding a new way to do things, realizing that I will never learn all that I would like to, and that there are so many new opportunities available if we just open our minds to them. IPC is dedicated to the lifelong education of members of the electronics manufactur- ing industry; our workforce training modules reflect that dedication. The IPC Education staff works closely with industry experts and learning specialists to build quality training programs for the industry. We listen closely to what our members tell us about what they need their employees to learn, and we build courses on the latest learning science to transmit and help individuals retain their input. We're passionate about learning and edu- cating at IPC. I thoroughly enjoy sharing my passion for education and creating a more enlightened, invigorated, and excited work- force. Fire Your Hiring Habits, by Dr. John W. Mitchell is available on Amazon. Proceeds will benefit the IPC Education Foundation. Supporting documents are available for down- load, including color versions of the diagrams included in this book at: johnwmitchell.com How we structure our organizations, how we acquire talent, and how we interact with staff will determine the long-term viability of our company.