This. The general form of this question is, "How do I help someone increase their skill level?" If the topic were math, you'd immediately see that a tutor and

This. The general form of this question is, "How do I help someone increase their skill level?" If the topic were math, you'd immediately see that a tutor and a lot of practice were essential parts of the equation. If the topic were baseball a coach and a lot of practice would leap instantly to mind. However, it is too often the case that employers and managers draw a line between the "educational" period of a persons career and the "work" period of their career. They also draw a line between what is their responsibility (in terms of improving an employees skill set) and the individuals. Combined these two lines means it is easy to get into a situation where, as a manager or employers, you are likely to think "You should have learned this 'before'" or "You should learn this 'on your own time.'" Neither of which thoughts actually help get you closer to a more skilled employee.