Managing for Knowledge: HRs Strategic Role

To what extent does the research discussed in this chapter map onto your own personal learning experience? What is your own preferred learning style and strategy?

Do you think that others in the organisation are aware of the benefits of informal learning? How might you use these research findings to help educate colleagues?

Can you identify with any of the issues that trainers can encounter when working with scientists and technologists, outlined in this chapter? If so, how do you deal with these?

What support does your organisation provide to help knowledge workers maintain the ‘sense of purpose’ that Drucker argues is crucial for them to be fully engaged?