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These skills will form headings under your portfolio, discussed
later in this step.
Strengthening Training Skills
There are numerous ways to stay up-to-date as a trainer. It may be
a simple matter of fi nding an article on a particular aspect of train-
ing, or, on a broader note, affi liating and networking with a profes-
sional association. We examine a number of ways here to strengthen
skills.
Speaking and Training Opportunities
Many opportunities exist for maintaining your speaking and train-
ing skills. One available in many locations is Toastmasters. Here
you’ll have the chance to hone your ability to stand before a group
and speak and to receive valuable feedback. Many vol ...