A WORLD renowned hypnotist popped into Lancaster's Sun Street Cafe this week for an alternative take on staff training.

The small but dedicated team thought it would be a hoot to try their luck with a group hypnosis knowing The Great McAndler - acclaimed author, professor and hypnotist - was in town.

"Many people will be cynical about the benefits of hypnotism but we like to keep an open mind, even when entering the twilight zone," joked proprietors Paul Kondras and Les Clifton.

"It was one small step for man but a giant leap for corporate training. Happy staff mean happy customers which means a happy bank manager. On second thoughts, we should have sent him straight to the bank manager!"