This document discusses how focusing on performance improvement, rather than just learning techniques, can provide a better return on investment from training programs. It argues that management expectations, preparation activities before training, clearly defined learning outcomes, and follow-up efforts after training are key to enhancing on-the-job performance. An ASTD study found that employees placed the most value on post-training activities and support from managers. To truly improve performance, the entire learning process before, during, and after formal training needs attention, not just the training itself.