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After weeks of prep and implementation, your training strategy is off and running and seems to be a success. But you\u2019re not done yet. Odds are, you\u2019re going to come face-to-face with the need to prove your training effectiveness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It may be that your boss wants to see the results of the training program. Or, down the road, you want to build a case for offering additional training or renewing the subscription to your training platform. Or, maybe you want to motivate employees and managers to participate more in training.<\/p>\n

Whatever the case, you\u2019ll need the data to back up your training decisions.<\/p>\n

Gathering training data is essential. And can be challenging, too. In this article, we\u2019ll talk about why you need to track training data and what challenges you\u2019ll face. We\u2019ll also provide solutions for overcoming those challenges and key steps for evaluating training effectiveness.<\/p>\n

Why you need to track training data<\/h2>\n

Corporate training is more than just a box to check. You use it to update employee knowledge or skills, ensure industry and legal compliance, or improve business results. So, you put in a considerable amount of time to research the best training options for your employees.<\/p>\n

But delivering training doesn\u2019t automatically translate into results.<\/strong> If you\u2019re training with a purpose, you need to establish goals for the program. Setting clear KPIs and tracking and reporting on them lets you know what\u2019s working and what needs improvement.<\/p>\n

The data also shows decision-makers and employees the value of your training strategy. And when people see the value, they\u2019ll get on board and you\u2019ll start seeing results.<\/p>\n

5 common challenges in measuring training effectiveness<\/h2>\n

Measuring training effectiveness can be a daunting task at first glance. There are some hurdles that arise no matter your training strategy. But there are also solutions to each obstacle.<\/p>\n

Consider the following five common challenges and the approaches that can help you overcome them.<\/p>\n

Challenge #1: Failing to connect training with business outcomes<\/h3>\n

No matter how well-produced a training program is, you can\u2019t measure the effectiveness if you don\u2019t know what you want it to achieve. Too often, companies implement training with the notion that it will improve outcomes, but fail to specify what outcomes they want.<\/p>\n

The solution:<\/strong> Begin with your goals in mind. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Set clear, SMART goals as you plan out your training strategy. Be specific about the results you want to see. Ask things like:<\/p>\n