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Expand your training toolbox by burning your own CDs

May 5, 2000 7:00am PDT

Once you customize your own textbook, complete with handouts and samples, and some audiovisual materials to boot—and burn it on a CD—your training material will always be up-to-date.

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How to keep training projects on track

May 4, 2000 7:00am PDT

It's nice to be in on the planning stages of projects that involve the training department, but it does require extra work to prepare and assess your resources. Check out these tips for gathering...

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How to think fast on your feet and survive training disasters

May 2, 2000 7:00am PDT

In a recent article, we discussed how to turn things around when a computer crashes or software malfunctions during a training class. In response, TechRepublic members shared some of their own...

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Seeking training info? Try TrainSeek.com

May 1, 2000 7:00am PDT

Kevin Eikenberry checks out a site that offers sales, comparisons, and reviews of training products. Read on to see if TrainSeek.com comes through with its promise of one-stop shopping.

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The envelope, please: Pick the winner of TrainingRepublic's newsletter contest

April 28, 2000 7:00am PDT

A few weeks ago, we announced a newsletter contest and requested entries from TechRepublic members. You responded with many good examples, and now the time has come for you to pick a winner.

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Ten tips for designing successful Web-based training

April 27, 2000 7:00am PDT

While Web-based training is growing in popularity, there are still obstacles to using it successfully. Check out these 10 tips on how to sell management on the idea, implement the program, and get...

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Training contracts need cancellation policies

April 26, 2000 7:00am PDT

We asked TechRepublic members what they would do if a company cancels a training session at the last minute. You answered: Get the deal in writing and make sure you have a cancellation contingency...

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Live vs. Memorex training debate hits a nerve

April 25, 2000 7:00am PDT

Bruce Maples hit on a popular topic with his instructor-led versus computer-based training article. TechRepublic members covered both ends of the spectrum with their responses about this issue.

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Are your training records keeping up with the times?

April 20, 2000 7:00am PDT

A well-organized, easy-to-use database that contains all of your company's training information can increase efficiency and improve performance. Check out Wendy Finger's suggestions on how to get...

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From the Training forums: A lesson for all spreadsheet classes

April 13, 2000 7:00am PDT

If you teach spreadsheet classes, there's one important tip every one of your students needs to know. Read this thread from the Training Forum to find out what it is.

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How to upsell to your training customers

April 11, 2000 7:00am PDT

Long-term, repeat customers aren't born—they're the result of a careful marketing plan. Here's the scoop.

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Tips for building an effective training organization

April 11, 2000 7:00am PDT

If your business plan includes implementing an in-house training organization, here are some tips to help you get off on the right foot.

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Work smarter by promoting viral training

April 6, 2000 7:00am PDT

How do you provide end-user training if you're the lone trainer in your organization? Here are some tips that can help you extend your training reach.

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Jump-start interest in technology training in your local schools

April 4, 2000 7:00am PDT

What can you do to encourage young people to enter the IT training field? Just say yes when the school asks you to speak.

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Why should you publish an in-house training newsletter?

April 4, 2000 7:00am PDT

One way to make sure your students don't forget what you taught them is to remind them about what they learned. Here's one of the best ways to extend training beyond the classroom.

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Akuma demo (Windows)

April 4, 2000 12:00am PDT

The overall objective of Akuma is to kill Satan and rid the world of demons. To do this the player must locate the Blood Sword, the only weapon that can defeat Satan. The game begins in the upper...

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A business process expert gives advice on end-user training and ASPs

March 31, 2000 8:00am PST

IDS Scheer president Mathias Kirchmer discusses how end-user training is crucial to the success of business process automation, as well as how ASPs fit into that picture.

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Download our compilation of Schoun Regan's best training tips

March 30, 2000 8:00am PST

When you're down and troubled and you need a helping hand, refer to this collection of the most popular training articles written by columnist Schoun Regan.

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The benefits of tag-team training new employees

March 30, 2000 8:00am PST

How do you train new employees in your organization? Instead of relying on one super-trainer to do the job, consider the benefits of training-by-committee.

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Product Review: Camtasia by TechSmith lets you produce computer-based training videos

March 29, 2000 8:00am PST

What kind of great training tools could you create if you could put a video camera in front of your computer and capture all the keystrokes and mouse movements on your screen? TechSmith's Camtasia...

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