This document provides tips and strategies for maximizing a training budget. It begins by outlining common challenges that IT decision-makers face in getting approval and funding for necessary training. It then discusses identifying critical skills needs, prioritizing who should train, setting a realistic budget, and defining success metrics. The document also provides various purchasing options for training, such as pre-paid agreements, promotions, tuition reimbursement, private group training, and using training credits. It concludes by offering advice for different scenarios, like having funds left over or training a large team, and provides next steps and additional resources.