The idea of turning your staff into 'gold' lies at the heart of all training and development programmes. As this lively and thought-provoking book shows, the best route to organizational success is through developing people to their full potential. Providing a structured and practical guide to making the most of the human capital in any type of organization (large or small, public or private sector), the book takes a holistic and innovative approach to both staff development and organizational success. With a wide variety of case studies, a toolkit of techniques for assessing and developing the skill base of staff, and advice on developing staff at low cost, Training With the Midas Touch is ideal for these cost-conscious times. While highly practical in both tone and approach, Training With the Midas Touch also provides a sound theoretical framework for staff development and includes a detailed reading list with further recommendations.