My friend Aviv Shahar brought this fascinating lesson to my attention: the magic number for implementing new learning is 24 hours. If it gets beyond that, normal life begins to get in the way.

So…When you read an article you find helpful, hear a good speaker, watch a valuable TED video, or come across some material that you can use for improvement, ask yourself:

What can I do today to begin implementing this? 

You don’t have to execute the entire plan, or apply the entire practice — but do begin it. Disrupt your routine for five minutes — or 20 — and start the new activity. You can continue it later, or the next day. But start today. If you don’t, you’ll just continue with your current habits, routines, and practices, the the learning will never get integrated.

So…what new learning will you implement today?