I’m sure I’ve added at least another year or two worth of reading, if not actual training, to my knowledge of communications just by listening to audio podcasts.

I was especially lucky in that I happened upon podcasts just as my circumstances (i.e.; living in the Canadian arctic) were such that I had no option but to start my career solo, running my own business.

This meant I had only my PR diploma, past work experience and my books to work with. No guidance from managers, bosses or coworkers. Scant few peers to talk to. No water cooler comradery. Etc.

Well, at least that’s what I thought at the outset.

Soon enough, I found myself learning countess gems of information directly from some of the best thinkers in the profession through my mp3 player. In addition, I was making connections, and even friends, everyday around the virtual water cooler of social media.

So I’m with you. Podcasting is an incredible educational tool, on a variety of levels.