The Manager's Pocket Guide to Training

Keeping up with the Training Industry

It might or might not be your responsibility to do the training or manage the training function, but clearly someone in the organization has to keep up with the latest developments in the field. There are many ways to do this.

Trade shows. Several major training conventions and shows are held around the country each year. Most include expos and seminars by industry experts.

Magazines. Most of the training associations publish their own magazines that cover trends in the industry.

Vendors. Vendors often offer clients and prospective clients white papers and other information about the field and the array of products available for purchase.

Local chapter meetings. Most of the training organizations have local ...