Interested in expensing the cost of a course, membership, or product?
Many Choice Hacking members find that their employers will reimburse them for all or part of their costs. If you're interested but aren't sure how to approach your supervisor, check out the (behavioral science-baked) tips below.
The Persuasion Process
Persuasion doesn't happen overnight. Sure, your employer might have a bit of budget lying around for education and employee development, but you'll still have to make a case for why Choice Hacking is the right investment.
My biggest tip? Make it clear how Choice Hacking's resources can help your company or clients (not just how it will benefit you).
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Hi [Supervisor] -
Not sure if you've seen it already, but I've found a really cool resource for learning about behavioral science + psychology for business. It's called Choice Hacking.
Check out the Case Study archive, it inspired me to think about some new ways to approach [a client or company's specific issue].
Let me know what you think!
Step 1: Warm them up.
Persuasion doesn't happen overnight. Sure, your employer might have a bit of budget lying around for education and employee development, but you'll still have to make a case for why Choice Hacking is the right investment.
My biggest tip? Make it clear how Choice Hacking's resources can help your company or clients (not just how it will benefit you).
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Hi [Supervisor] -
Hope you had a chance to check out Choice Hacking's case study archive that I shared the other day.
Turns out they also offer certificate courses. I noticed there are alums from companies like Meta, GSK, BT, and lots more Fortune 500 brands.
Their courses seem really practical and grounded - I think it could help make [our work] much more effective and meaningful for customers.
Do you think this is something that could fit into our development budget? I'd love to take a course and start applying behavioral science to our work!
Step 2: Make the Case
Persuasion doesn't happen overnight. Sure, your employer might have a bit of budget lying around for education and employee development, but you'll still have to make a case for why Choice Hacking is the right investment.
My biggest tip? Use authority signals, like brand names, to help get the cost approved.
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Hi [Supervisor] -
Just a quick reminder about the Choice Hacking course I'd love to take.
Here's where you can learn more.
They're closing enrollment for this course [on date], so I'm hoping to sign up very soon.
If you have any other questions, just ask 🙂
Step 3: Give 'em a nudge...
The persuasion process usually takes a few weeks to work. If you haven't heard back from your supervisor, boss, or human resources given them a gentle nudge.
My biggest tip? Keeping your ask at the top of their minds (and inbox) can help you get the budget you're after. Including a course deadline can help motivate action.