Looks at the practice of using employees from other departments as short-term trainers. Advantages include getting fresh ideas and perspectives, having real-life experiences, providing credibility for the training department, and providing links with other departments. The problems are people who do not want or know how to train, lack of knowledge…

Discusses the problem faced by trainers who are "on stage" for eight hours a day. Offers tips to relieve the stress caused by continuous training, including maintaining personal space, taking a lunch break, keeping physically energized, and avoiding burnout when teaching the same thing over and over. (JOW)

Looks at the growth of the Internet and its potential uses for trainers. Describes listservs and newsgroups that would be beneficial, the World Wide Web, and lists of resources that are helpful. Discusses the culture of the 'Net and training uses. (JOW)

An annual business/industry survey showed 7% increase in spending on formal training in organizations of 100 or more employees, accounted for by 36% of all organizations. Large organizations are either paying trainers more or hiring more trainers; many are using community colleges. Percentage of training dollar per employee category is 26%…

Looks at careers in the training field and profiles former trainers who have capitalized on their experience to begin new careers as performance consultants, directors of corporate universities, chief learning officers, and instructional designers. (JOW)

Discusses TRDEV-L, a listserv comprised of subscribers who discuss a variety of issues related to training. Points out advantages and drawbacks to joining the group. Identifies key Internet resources for trainers. (JOW)