Get Your Company to Sponsor Your FSTEP Development

The action-taking skills FSTEP develops—initiative, proactive problem-solving, strategic networking—directly benefit your employer and qualify for most L&D budgets.

Why Companies Sponsor FSTEP

Skills Organizations Need

• Initiative and leadership without micromanagement
• Proactive problem-solving and opportunity identification
• Strategic relationship building inside and outside the organization
• Comfort with experimentation and rapid iteration

Measurable ROI

• Faster project completion through early feedback cycles
• Improved cross-departmental collaboration
• Increased employee engagement and retention
• Enhanced leadership pipeline development

Note: Multiple team members can participate together for even greater impact. Learn about team options.

Professional Development Request Template

Customize the highlighted fields for your situation, then copy the text to send to your manager or submit through your company's L&D process.

Subject: Professional Development Request: FSTEP Action-Taking Skills Program

Dear [Manager's Name],

I'm requesting sponsorship for a professional development program focused on building the most valuable skills in today's workplace: taking initiative, leading through uncertainty, and driving results proactively.

The program is FSTEP Initiative, a 6-week action-based program that uses real-world challenges to build entrepreneurial-style skills that directly apply to our work environment.

Skills Developed & Business Impact

The capabilities this program develops directly address organizational needs:

Initiative & Leadership: Taking action on opportunities without waiting for perfect conditions or constant direction
Proactive Problem-Solving: Testing solutions quickly rather than over-analyzing, leading to faster project completion
Strategic Communication: Building internal and external relationships that accelerate business objectives
Innovation Mindset: Comfort with experimentation and learning from real-world feedback
Cross-Functional Understanding: Experience with different business functions that improves collaboration

Application to Our Work

These skills will directly impact my effectiveness in [your role/department], particularly in:

[Specific project or challenge where initiative would help]
[Area where faster iteration/testing would benefit the team]
[Relationship building opportunity that would advance business goals]

Program Investment

I am requesting sponsorship for one of the following options:

FSTEP CORE: $397 (one-time, self-directed program with all essential content)
FSTEP PRO: $100 setup + $65/month for 6 months (includes live coaching and community support)

Time Commitment: 4-6 hours per week for 6 weeks, designed to complement rather than conflict with work responsibilities. Many challenges can be applied directly to current work projects.

Program Details: Full curriculum and pricing information available at https://www.fstepinitiative.com/

Leadership & Credibility

The program is led by Art Harrison, a practicing entrepreneur with 25+ years of experience building businesses and teams. The focus is on practical skill development rather than theoretical training, with a track record of helping professionals develop action-oriented leadership capabilities.

Expected Outcomes

Upon completion, I will have demonstrable experience in:

Leading initiatives through uncertainty and ambiguity
Building strategic relationships that advance business objectives
Rapid prototyping and iterative improvement of ideas
Cross-functional collaboration and communication
Proactive opportunity identification and development

I'm confident this investment will deliver significant returns through enhanced performance and leadership capability. I'd welcome the opportunity to discuss how these skills align with our team's goals and upcoming challenges.

Thank you for considering this professional development request.

Best regards,
[Your Name]

For Multiple Team Members

If several team members are interested, team participation often provides additional value and may qualify for group discounts.

Learn about team options

Questions About Sponsorship?

Need help with invoicing, detailed curriculum breakdowns, or customization for organizational needs?

Email art@fstepinitiative.com

Common Questions from Employers

Is this business training or professional development?

FSTEP is professional development that uses entrepreneurial methods to build universal workplace skills. The goal is developing action-oriented employees who are more effective in their current roles.

Will this make employees want to leave?

The skills make people more valuable in their current roles by building initiative and leadership capabilities. Organizations benefit when employees think more entrepreneurially within their existing positions.

How do we measure ROI?

Look for increased initiative-taking, faster project completion, improved cross-team collaboration, and more proactive opportunity identification from participating employees.

Can we send multiple team members?

Yes, and there are benefits to having multiple people from the same organization participate together. Learn more about team options or contact us about group coordination.