Comments on the relationship between quality of work life (QWL) and productivity. Definition of QWL and productivity Differences between QWL and productivity Changes in the workplace.

Recommends the formation of learning community groups (LCG) within an organization. Use of LCG for professional and personal growth Conditions for the formation of an LCG Learning climate...

Focuses on the so-called man on the white horse syndrome or the tendency to seek solutions to problems from charismatic individuals in history and economics. Comparison between the economic...

Comments on the feedback received by the author on his articles appearing in previous issues of the Training and Development Journal. Model for Professional Development Importance of the...

Presents comments from the author and his wife on their dual career in human resource development. Clarification of roles Problems of dual career couples Problems of couples who work...

Examines the relationship between internationalism and human resource development in the U.S. Development of language and cross-cultural learning programs Decrease in dependence on foreign...

Reveals specific actions a human resource development (HRD) manager can take to help managers solve problems. Managers perception of their counterparts in HRD Definition of the problem...

Describes the functions of human resources departments (HRD). Primary responsibilities of HRD Factors that should be considered by HRD personnel in dealing with employee-related issues...

Focuses on the experiences of the author in sales training. Contributions of Gordon Bliss to sales training.

Clarifies some terms, discusses some processes and raise some issues concerning the financial side of human resources department. Reasons why HRD people should learn something about finance...