May 20, 2010 - by Barbara Carnes
As I think back over my more than 30 years in training and development, a lot has changed, and a lot of really positive things remain the same. But one thing hasn't budged - how the trainee's manager fits into the picture. Here's a typical scenario: A manager approaches... More »
May 20, 2010 - by Aparna Nancherla
When comparing two star employees up for the same promotion, it's commonly assumed that the lower-ranked one might have more intrinsic incentive to take down the higher-ranked one. Actually, the opposite is true, according to a recent study conducted by Robert Lount, an... More »
May 20, 2010 - by Jonathan Halls
As video cameras become more affordable and easier to use, more trainers are looking to add video production skills to their professional toolkits. They are focusing on producing what I call didactic video - that is, video content designed to help people learn. Many tra... More »
May 20, 2010 - by Kathy Reiffenstein
Presentations to C-level executives are renowned for their high visibility, reputation to make or break a career, and ability to create nerve-wracking anticipation. Executive-suite audiences have a short attention span, a "show-me" attitude, and no problem interrupting ... More »
May 20, 2010 - by Paula Ketter
The business environment in the last 16 months impedes employee productivity and learning because employees are expected to work long hours with less time for balance and rejuvenation, according to Ken Buch's feature article on page 42. That makes understanding when and... More »
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