Get Your Company to Pay for FSTEP
The skills FSTEP develops—taking initiative, building in public, making strategic connections—directly benefit your employer. Many companies gladly sponsor FSTEP through their Learning & Development budgets.
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Subject: L&D Request: Leadership Skills Program with Immediate ROI
Dear [Manager's Name],
I'm requesting sponsorship for a professional development program that builds the most sought-after skills in today's workplace: the confidence to take initiative, lead projects from ambiguity, and drive results without constant direction.
The program is First Step Entrepreneur (FSTEP)—a 6-week intensive that develops these capabilities through real-world challenges rather than theoretical coursework. Participants build a public portfolio of work that demonstrates their growth, making this investment visible and measurable.
Direct Benefits to [Company Name]
This program develops the exact skills our industry demands:
- Initiative Without Direction: I'll practice identifying opportunities and moving projects forward proactively, reducing your management overhead and accelerating team productivity.
- Confident Communication: Through public-facing challenges, I'll strengthen my ability to articulate ideas clearly, present solutions effectively, and influence stakeholders—critical for
[specific project/goal]. - Rapid Problem-Solving: The program emphasizes shipping solutions quickly rather than perfecting plans endlessly. This bias toward action will help us deliver results faster on projects like
[specific example]. - Leadership Under Uncertainty: I'll gain experience making decisions and driving progress when the path isn't clear—exactly what we need for
[relevant challenge your team faces].
Measurable Outcomes
Unlike traditional training, this program creates tangible evidence of skill development. I'll graduate with a portfolio of completed challenges that demonstrate my ability to execute under pressure and communicate professionally—assets that enhance our team's reputation.
I commit to presenting my key learnings to the team and identifying specific applications for our current projects.
Investment & Exceptional Value
The program I'm requesting is FSTEP PRO, which includes ongoing community access and weekly coaching for continuous development beyond the initial 6 weeks.
- Program: First Step Entrepreneur PRO (Founding Member Rate)
- Investment: $100 initial payment (77% discount from standard $439) + $14.95/month (normally $65)
- ROI Timeline: Immediate application to current projects
- Details: https://www.firststepentrepreneur.com
This Founding Member pricing represents exceptional value—the same program will cost significantly more for future cohorts.
I'm confident this investment will pay dividends immediately through enhanced performance on our team's priorities. I'd welcome the opportunity to discuss how these skills align with our upcoming challenges.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
Why This Works
This letter frames FSTEP as professional development rather than entrepreneurship training. It emphasizes immediate benefits to your current role and company, making it an easy L&D budget approval.