Why it is Important for Leaders to Understand Training

As a leader, it is essential that you know about training and how it can be used to drive the results of your department, your team, or your organization. Admittedly, we live in an age where leaders must be generalists; it’s impossible to be skilled in all areas and an expert on everything. The idea is to know enough to get the training to serve your own specific goals and objectives. Just like computers or software or data or reports, training is a tool to help achieve your objectives.

There are 10 reasons why it is specifically useful to have a better understanding of training:

1.   When you evaluate a training program or product, you will know what to look for.

2.   You will know what ...

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