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Training & Development For Dummies
Retain outstanding talent with a successful training and development program
One of the best ways to retain great talent in your business is to deliver a strong training and development program—and this book gives you the tools to do just that. Featuring the latest strides in talent development, such as social learning, hybrid training, creating videos, and more, it arms you with everything you need to upskill employees to be more effective, productive, satisfied, and loyal.
Develop a robust training and development program Foster a supportive and innovative work environment Use mentoring, coaching, and informal learning effectively Align learning to your organization’s needs Engage your employees with a motivating training program using the helpful guidance in Training & Development For Dummies!
One of the best ways to retain great talent in your business is to deliver a strong training and development program—and this book gives you the tools to do just that. Featuring the latest strides in talent development, such as social learning, hybrid training, creating videos, and more, it arms you with everything you need to upskill employees to be more effective, productive, satisfied, and loyal.
Develop a robust training and development program Foster a supportive and innovative work environment Use mentoring, coaching, and informal learning effectively Align learning to your organization’s needs Engage your employees with a motivating training program using the helpful guidance in Training & Development For Dummies!
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441 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 13, 2015
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March 8, 2019
It was for work but it was cool acknowledging how an older generation varies in being taught and their resources available to them in the past!
May 30, 2022
This is a great overview of the training cycle process for people who are new to the staff training role. I loved how the author combined adult learning theory and how to apply its concepts to the design and execution of the trainings, whether in-person or virtually. Considering that more companies have shifted to virtual trainings, I recommend that this book be updated to reflect that and provide more strategies to create engaging virtual training sessions.
May 30, 2020
Elaine Biech is a rock star in the world of training and development. When I saw she wrote this book, I took a deep breath and got over my aversion to "For Dummies" brand.
I reread because when I previously read in 2011, before the 2015 addition. Also, I had recommended to a colleague and was reading it to discuss and support her learning.
This is a great guide to ground someone in learning theory. The latest addition did include updates on technology and virtual training. If someone is just starting to dip their toe into training, her check lists of how to prepare, and ensure your success are very good.
I reread because when I previously read in 2011, before the 2015 addition. Also, I had recommended to a colleague and was reading it to discuss and support her learning.
This is a great guide to ground someone in learning theory. The latest addition did include updates on technology and virtual training. If someone is just starting to dip their toe into training, her check lists of how to prepare, and ensure your success are very good.
May 18, 2021
Hard to express how many nuggets of wisdom I extracted from this book. It will continue to influence my practice for years to come. Highly recommended for Learning & Development professionals.
August 4, 2023
Great book to understand the basics of training and development, and very practical book.
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November 6, 2016~ Review copy
Let me say from the outset that I knew nothing about Training and Development on a professional level until I read this book. Which is precisely why I wanted to read this book. I have worked, you see, in a number of industries over the years, from the lowliest grunt to being an account exec, from punch press operator in an a/c grill company to Oil & Gas to Reinsurance, and I somehow never came to study or understand the role of T&D folks. Now I feel I have a good understanding, and this Dummies book is what gave me a great overview.
What I liked about this book was the standard Dummies format. I'm familiar with it and know what to expect. This book is also one of the better ones I've read. The writing is VERY good and engaging. Note though that I started out at a zero place and can't really comment on what someone who has worked as a Trainer would think. I imagine though, as with most Dummies books that it will benefit novices and those with just a year or so under their belts; rather than someone who has worked in the industry for years and who has been attending seminars to keep themselves sharp.
What I valued was getting a good solid grasp of what Trainers do and how they do it. I also know that some of the content contained herein could be used by other professions. For example there's a section on presentations: How to turn a lecture into active learning. How to memorize names or fake it. And yes, Looking at 6 Disastrous Debuts.
This is one of the best For Dummies books that I've encountered.
Let me say from the outset that I knew nothing about Training and Development on a professional level until I read this book. Which is precisely why I wanted to read this book. I have worked, you see, in a number of industries over the years, from the lowliest grunt to being an account exec, from punch press operator in an a/c grill company to Oil & Gas to Reinsurance, and I somehow never came to study or understand the role of T&D folks. Now I feel I have a good understanding, and this Dummies book is what gave me a great overview.
What I liked about this book was the standard Dummies format. I'm familiar with it and know what to expect. This book is also one of the better ones I've read. The writing is VERY good and engaging. Note though that I started out at a zero place and can't really comment on what someone who has worked as a Trainer would think. I imagine though, as with most Dummies books that it will benefit novices and those with just a year or so under their belts; rather than someone who has worked in the industry for years and who has been attending seminars to keep themselves sharp.
What I valued was getting a good solid grasp of what Trainers do and how they do it. I also know that some of the content contained herein could be used by other professions. For example there's a section on presentations: How to turn a lecture into active learning. How to memorize names or fake it. And yes, Looking at 6 Disastrous Debuts.
This is one of the best For Dummies books that I've encountered.
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