Becoming a CQE is class win/win situation.
You benefit as you learn, and grow.
Your company benefits when they get a stronger employee who is more productive and who makes higher quality decisions.
So it’s not unfair to ask your company to pay for CQE training and certification.
But this conversation might feel awkward or uncomfortable.
So I wanted to provide 17 tips to help you approach this conversation with confidence, and as fully prepared as possible.
The first 7 tips are things you should do BEFORE asking your boss to pay the process.
The last 10 tips are things to do DURING that conversation.
Here those are as a recap:
Tip #1 – Assume your boss wants you to grow and be successful
Tip #2 – Read the CQE Body of Knowledge (BoK), and understand how that relates to your job
Tip #3 –Understanding the pain points in your business
Tip #4 – Have a separate, honest conversation with your boss about your development needs
Tip #5 – Ask your boss about their own career
Tip #6 – Look Around for other people in Training
Tip #7 – Show the value of past training.
Tip #8 – Remember, you catch more flies with honey than with vinegar
Tip #9 – Focus the conversation on the benefits to the business
Tip #10 – Do not let your existing responsibilities slip while you become a CQE
Tip #11 – Offer to share what you’re learning with your peers
Tip #12 – Have the details of the training program ready to share
Tip #13 – Re-assure your boss that you’re in for the long haul.
Tip #14 – Be gracious and grateful no matter how your boss responses.
Tip #15 – Remember, it’s not an ALL or NOTHING decision
Tip #16 – Don’t delay your growth and development until your company is ready to pay for it.
Tip #17 – Don’t skip asking just because you’re nervous!
Ready to get started?
I recommend starting with a study plan!