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W.I.I.F.T. (What’s In It for Them) - Have your Training Request ever been Disapproved?

We have received many statements from customers saying that they receive too many great trainings and have immediately placed this for approval, but none gets approved by their bosses.  Why does this happen?

Well here are some tips taken from the web along on how you can get your training request approved without much hesitation from your bosses.

When it comes to getting training approved it is W.I.I.F.T. (What’s in it for them). The “them” is your boss, your corporation the people you work with. You already know what’s in it for  you  because you have either asked for training already or been thinking about your long-term career plans.  But you really want to get your request approved right?

Before you make your request you need to think about “them” and the return on investment the training will provide them (the investment in you and what you will give in return).

Think of questions that your boss may ask you on “Why do you really need this training”?

How will the training I receive benefit my organisation, department and team?

How does this training apply to my current position?

How will the training I receive be perceived in the organisation?

How can I use the training to drive quick wins as soon as I get back from the training?

What will be my long-term plan for career growth within the organisation and will that training beneficial to that plan?

Is the training reusable?

Can I train others?

Am I willing to make a trade off to receive the training?

Have I researched all available resources for the highest quality, best price and right approach for my needs (are there any better vendors that I can go to)?

Therefore when the next time you get your training request approved, please let us know that this tips have worked well with you, and do share this around with your other colleagues.

Best Regards.