Limitless notes · 2026-10-15

Find a learning buddy

Most people don't lack motivation to learn — they lack a moment that's already in the calendar. A learning buddy gives you that moment.

What a learning buddy is

Someone who is also learning something (not necessarily the same thing) and meets you briefly and regularly to say what you did, what you learned and what's next.

A simple weekly format (20 minutes)

• 5 minutes each: what I tried this week, and one thing I learned.
• 5 minutes each: what I'll do before next week — one concrete step.
• Optional: one question you'd like the other person's view on.

Finding one

• Ask a colleague or friend who has mentioned wanting to learn something.
• Look for someone at a talk or workshop who asked a good question.
• Keep it light: agree on four weeks first, then decide whether to continue.

What makes it work

• Same day and time every week, even if it's a short call.
• Small steps you can actually finish before next week.
• No judging: a week with nothing done is just information.

The bonus

Explaining what you learned to your buddy each week is itself a strong way to remember it.