If you’re asking yourself, ‘Do I need a college or university degree?’, ask yourself what alternatives might also be available to you for how to be a lifelong learner. Build your professional personal brand with a focus on making your learning personal to your unique professional needs in a way you may not be able to achieve with your college or university degree. Sometimes a college or university degree isn’t always the most optimal option and you can excel in your professional career without one. A mindset of being a lifelong learner through your every day habits can help you achieve your professional goals in a consistent way.