As the economy and job creation continue to stagnate, the job market has become increasingly competitive. Additionally, employers are reporting that they are having a difficult time obtaining qualified job applicants for their available roles. Because technology develops so rapidly, job applicants need to ensure that they remain competitive by understanding how to utilize the new technologies that are so prevalent in today’s corporate environment.

Today’s talent must be flexible and collaborative. The rapid innovation within the world of corporate software applications has forced businesses to become more agile and prepared for change. Additionally, the prevalence of mobile technology and the consumerization of IT makes having strong and adaptable technology skills an extremely desirable trait in a job candidate. Being flexible and quick to ramp up is particularly desirable since workers will need to constantly learn new technologies as their business continues to change.

As training is imperative for all aspects of career and organizational development, this white paper provides practical training tips for both the individual and the manager. We will cover a wide breadth of training options such as technical, role-based, and soft skills to showcase how participating in a training program can increase role proficiency.