3 Apps Millennials Are Using To Learn New Skills

So you are stuck in a job that has been draining you but you can’t leave because that’s all you know and bills need to get paid… Welcome to adulting!

Millennials are changing that narrative by taking matters into their own hands. Ask yourself questions like when was the last time you learnt a new skill? Or better yet sharpened the skills you have? Many people would second guess their wishes to both the above questions and it’s only because of the assumption that further education or training can be quite an expensive affair, and going into debt for it is not ideal.

So how did I change my mindset? A friend sent me a link to check on some apps that are basically like school, but on your phone and your terms. All you need to do is choose your skill of interest and your trainer – who mostly happen to be the best in the industry. The best news is that these apps are free, with a free subscription you get access to a few free classes but an upgrade will give you more diverse material without having to break the bank.

These apps have the potential to teach you great skills, skills that can have you switching up your careers so don’t sleep on them. It can also be a great resource for starting a side hustle to supplement your income.

Udemy

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You know how you get to a point in life and you start to wonder if you’re talented? Like, what’s your gift? I reckon that starting to use these apps will awaken a gift/talent/skill in you that you were sleeping on.

With Udemy you will be spoilt for choice. Their category section doesn’t limit you to a certain number of classes so there’s room to explore. You get a few free classes for just subscribing, as well as getting to choose your proficiency between beginner and advanced courses so you don’t bite off more than you can chew. You will need to upgrade to access the other classes whose price range is affordable, between $10 to $55. They also have sales regularly so be on the lookout for those.

The categories offered include Photography, Design, Personal Development, Lifestyle and many more. The app is available for free on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Skillshare

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For anyone looking into to tap their creative side, Skillshare is home. This is another gem that you can download for free on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Once you register they offer two free months, allowing you to peruse and figure out if it’s your cup of tea. If it’s not for you, you can cancel your subscription and move on.

As a creative and aspiring writer, I can learn a lot from writers from reputable publications like The New Yorker and other great authors. Other classes offered include photography, photo and video editing,  design, writing and many more.

Hubspot

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Did you know that companies hiring now look at the skills section on resumes nowadays? Hubspot is the perfect place to learn those skills to land you an interview for your dream career. No need to fake it till you make it by adding the usual skills we all put (knowing very well we have no clue on how to use them).

Hub spot offers a lot of free classes that will not only have you finding a new love, but also monetize what you have learnt. From sales courses, digital marketing courses, writing business posts, monetizing YouTube and more, these are all courses useful in most careers. The classes take a few minutes and at the end of each class, there is a quiz to test your understanding.