In response to Hannah, I would suggest that one of the many 360
          feedback instruments (Profilor, Benchmarks, Leadership
          Effectiveness Analysis, etc.) would work best if you have an open
          and trusting organization climate.  They are the high cost
          option.
 
          Those commercial firms with a series of managerial development
          modules might offer a different approach.  Use their module
          descriptions as a starting point for people to identify the
          training they want.  This can be done in a 360 mode by asking
          what the boss needs and what the subordinate needs.
 
          Over the past 25 year, I have found one theme in education,
          training and development of adults - maximize the chance to use
          job related issues to develop their skills.  If they can use and
          solve a real business problem, you will shine since you will be
          able to show a direct contribution to organization performance.
 
          Mike Krause