
A good OJT trainer can be one of your most powerful tools for improving
and sustaining performance. What makes a good OJT trainer? OJT trainers
need at least two special characteristics:
Job Knowledge/Skills Notice that the word "solid" is used to describe the job skills of the OJT trainer. Not exceptional. Not stupendous. Just solid... that's all you need. Many managers/supervisors think workplace experts need to be the ones to train others, but if the success of your OJT program hinges on experts, you most likely have a poorly- designed OJT program. Structure is essential. Structure affords you flexibility. Read the topic - What is Structured OJT? Training Goldmine: Armed with a well-designed OJT package, some training in training others, and a good attitude, a solid performer can make a great OJT trainer. If expert employees do not have the interest, skill, or time to train
others, do not select them to be OJT trainers. Sometimes expert employees
aren't able to train other employees at all. Not everyone can be a trainer.
Trainer skills can be developed through "train-the-trainer" instruction or consultation with training specialists, but a candidate needs to start with: - generosity in sharing job knowledge with others.
The Certification and Training Group
can help you prepare OJT trainers to train. Training others is a big responsibility;
you owe it to your trainers to arm them with the proper tools for the job.
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