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Philosophy and Basic Components of Team-Driven Structured OJT

Now let’s examine what lies behind the new team-driven structured OJT. Any training method must take into account three factors: skill, knowledge, and attitude (see Figure 1.1, page 8).

Figure 1.1. Three Factors to Be Incorporated into Any Training Design

The “traditional” structured OJT addresses skill and knowledge, but skill and knowledge alone are not sufficient to ensure a well-trained and productive employee. Why? Productivity relates directly to both ability and willingness to do work. Knowledgeable, skilled employees produce little when they lack a spirit of cooperation, ...