Big Dog's Human Resource Development Page This site contains an online manual for applying a Systems Approach to Training (also referred to as Instructional System Design). The manual is extensive and provides a step by step approach to
designing training for adults, primarily in a business setting. There are also training materials available free of charge, including information on Training the Trainer, mentoring programs, OSHA and
safety training and a downloadable DOS program to do planning via CPM, a Critical Path Method.
Business Netiquette International An article providing advice on e-mail netiquette between businesses, especially cross-border and cross-culture communications.
Center for Business Planning The Center for Business Planning provides any business manager or entrepreneur with a set of resources to help in creating a business or managing a business. Information is provided on every area of
planning a business including: acquire venture capital, define new products, market analysis, competitive analysis, production management, tax problems, legal issues, prepare financial statements,
write a business plan and much more.
The Conference Board The Conference Board is the world's leading business membership and research organization, connecting senior executives from more than 2,200 enterprises in over 60 nations. A nonprofit, nonadvocacy
organization, The Conference Board produces the Consumer Confidence Index, the Leading Economic Indicators, and a wide range of reports on best business practices and the latest economic trends,
which leads to The Conference Board receiving more than 21,000 media citations per year. The Conference Board also provides a diverse program of conferences and forums for over 15,000 executives from
different industries and nations to meet and share insights.
Effective Interviewing: The Virtual Interviewing Assistant This Website will help you with all stanges of the job interview process, plus other types of interviews, including performance interviews, counseling interviews, and focus group interviews. Written
for both interviewers and interviewees.
The Foundation Center The Foundation Center is a non-profit organization devoted to serving the information needs of grantmakers and grantseekers. They publish an extensive list of books and provide libraries and training
sessions related to the non-profit sector. The Website's Reference Desk has a FAQ page organized by topic, a long list of annotated links for finding online sites related to non-profits, and an
online reference librarian who takes questions by e-mail. There are also some informational materials online such as a "A Proposal Writing Short Course."
HealthExecOnline Resource site for healthcare managers, providing reviewed links to industry and professional resources and news, plus news commentary, book reviews, conference calendar and more.
ManagementFirst ManagementFirst provides management articles, networking and expertise on a range of topics including business management, workplace leadership styles, strategic management, electronic commerce,
marketing research, training and development, customer relationship management, human resources, time management and global marketing strategies. At the core of ManagementFirst is a 110,000 strong
database of abstracts, management articles and book reviews dating back to 1989... It also serves as a gateway to recommended sources of management information including management-related web sites,
professional associations and management consultants." Articles in their database are available to order online, with some free articles available each month.
Money Hunter Money Hunt Properties is a commercial venture capital broker which has provided a downloadable business plan for use in any word processing program. Its site also includes links to venture capital
sources and information.
PowerPointers This site offers tips and articles on how to create a winning presentation. The information is divided into four sections: the art of communicating effectively, building a presentation, communicating
in your specialty, and planning a presentation. The site also offers users a free subscription to its monthly newsletter - 2ThePoint.
U.S. Business Advisor The U.S. Business Advisor exists to provide business with one-stop access to federal government information, services, and transactions." Sections available include: Common Questions, How-to and
News. Searchable.
The Virtual Meeting Assistant: Effective Meetings A tutorial on planning and running meetings, including writing agendae and chairing, plus information on the different types of meetings: Informational; Problem Solving; Brainstorming; Specific
Conflict; Training.
Virtual Presentation Assistant The Virtual Presentation Assistant is an online tutorial for improving your public speaking skills. This site is designed to help you target your specific needs as a speaker by allowing you to access
any or all of the contents listed below: Determining your purpose; Selecting your topic; Researching your topic; Analyzing your audience; Supporting your points; Outlining your points; Using visual
aids; Presenting your speech; Public Speaking Links.
WorkIndex Annotated guide to Internet resources in "human resources, labor relations, benefits, training, technology, staffing, recruiting, leadership, motivation, insurance, relocation, legal issues and
more." Search the collection or browse by subject.
