Leadership Skills

Identify Training Opportunities

Now that you know the skills you need to develop or the knowledge you need to aquire, how do you go about finding training? This may seem especially difficult if you live in a small community without colleges or universities; however, there may be opportunities.

Local Resources

Here are a few local organizations that may provide training opportunities:

• Library
• Chamber of Commerce
• City or county government
• Employment agency
• Colleges and university
• Community college
• Red cross
• Hospital
• Private consultants
• Professional groups

Calling your local Chamber of Commerce may help identify other resources.

Online Resources

The Internet is full of information, and training is likely available. However, if you prefer hands-on training, then the Internet may not be ideal for you. I certainly would not want my surgeon to have been trained from YouTube videos.

• YouTube videos
• Khan Academy videos
• Open educational resources site
  (here are some links to OER sites)
  
• Software company site (such as Microsoft or Adobe)
• Webinars
• Podcasts
• Private company

Try conducting an Internet search using keywords specifically related to your training interests.