Defines learning organizations and describes essential features, training and trainers, outcomes, and types of leaders. Includes a sidebar by Peter Senge, "Leading Learning Organizations." (JOW)

Compares community substance abuse programs that have worked with some that have not by applying principles from complex systems theory and ideas from learning communities. (JOW)

More employers are offering opportunity for career development and continuous learning in return for high performance and productivity during an employee's tenure. (Author)

Ways to fit in total quality management training include (1) avoiding premature or unnecessary training; (2) restructuring for efficiency; (3) offering incentives for after-hours training; (4) integrating quality philosophy into strategic planning and performance management; (5) providing a context for using the skills learned; and (6) securing…

Peter Senge explains how his book, "The Fifth Disciple," will change minds about systems thinking, personal growth, and work. He talks about what led him to write the book and what it takes to become a learning organization. (JOW)