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I'm currently a co-op student (intern) at a software company that has a large, old application. We're currently in the process of converting it from an old runtime to something new, and in the process, redesigning many of the forms. Our old application has a lot of UI gaffes, and I'd like to ask our boss for a book on designing good user interfaces.
I would purchase and read it myself, but I feel it would benefit the entire team to have handy. Is there a certain approach to use?
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I'm currently a co-op student (intern) at a software company that has a large, old application. We're currently in the process of converting it from an old runtime to something new, and in the process, redesigning many of the forms. Our old application has a lot of UI gaffes, and I'd like to ask our boss for a book on designing good user interfaces.
I would purchase and read it myself, but I feel it would benefit the entire team to have handy. Is there a certain approach to use?
management
asked Aug 7 '12 at 13:56
David B
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up vote
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up vote
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I'm currently a co-op student (intern) at a software company that has a large, old application. We're currently in the process of converting it from an old runtime to something new, and in the process, redesigning many of the forms. Our old application has a lot of UI gaffes, and I'd like to ask our boss for a book on designing good user interfaces.
I would purchase and read it myself, but I feel it would benefit the entire team to have handy. Is there a certain approach to use?
management
asked Aug 7 '12 at 13:56
David B
1686
I'm currently a co-op student (intern) at a software company that has a large, old application. We're currently in the process of converting it from an old runtime to something new, and in the process, redesigning many of the forms. Our old application has a lot of UI gaffes, and I'd like to ask our boss for a book on designing good user interfaces.
I would purchase and read it myself, but I feel it would benefit the entire team to have handy. Is there a certain approach to use?
management
asked Aug 7 '12 at 13:56
David B
1686
asked Aug 7 '12 at 13:56
David B
1686
asked Aug 7 '12 at 13:56
David B
1686
asked Aug 7 '12 at 13:56
David B
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You should basically go to your boss and ask them about it. Seriously, if you phrase your question in a similar manner to how you wrote this one, then you should be fine.
Co-ops are supposed to be learning programs, I know I've learned a TON of stuff at my current one. That being said, any half-decent boss should be more than happy to do something like this, as it not only brings more skills to the team, but can also have a lasting effect on you, personally. It also shows that you're willing to go above and beyond what's asked of you, in order to do work at the highest of your potential. That looks REALLY good if you ever interview with the company again, for an actual job once you graduate.
And, if it comes down to it, buy the book yourself and be seen reading it at work, during breaks/lunch. Pull it out and reference it while working with the team.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 14:01
acolyte
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@David Definitely follow this advice. I am currently an intern software developer and have learned that managers in the software fields care very little about the actual knowledge of the intern. In my experience, my bosses have only been interested in my creativity and willingness to learn. Also, the man knew there were problems with the UI when he assigned it to you. There's no way he would be offended by you expressing a genuine desire to improve his product, if that's something you're worried about. Good luck!
– degausser
Aug 7 '12 at 14:37
This has always worked for me. Think of it this way: "If you're willing to invest $X for this training material, I'm willing to invest Y hours of my own free time studying and becoming a better worker for you." This will generally be a fantastic deal for the employer.
– Nathan Long
Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
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Computers are expensive. Software is expensive. People are very expensive. Books are cheap, and if they help the business use their expensive resources even just a tiny bit better, they pay for themselves many times over. Any manager who hesitates to pay for books is penny wise and pound foolish.
Try this: Boss, I'd like to buy this book. I think it'll help me understand user interface design better and faster than I would without it, and I think the rest of the team could benefit from looking at it too.
If he's smart, he'll ask you if you've read any reviews and if you're sure that this is the right book for the task at hand. When you say yes, he'll tell you to order two copies.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
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2 Answers
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2 Answers
2
active
oldest
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active
oldest
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active
oldest
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up vote
14
down vote
accepted
You should basically go to your boss and ask them about it. Seriously, if you phrase your question in a similar manner to how you wrote this one, then you should be fine.
Co-ops are supposed to be learning programs, I know I've learned a TON of stuff at my current one. That being said, any half-decent boss should be more than happy to do something like this, as it not only brings more skills to the team, but can also have a lasting effect on you, personally. It also shows that you're willing to go above and beyond what's asked of you, in order to do work at the highest of your potential. That looks REALLY good if you ever interview with the company again, for an actual job once you graduate.
And, if it comes down to it, buy the book yourself and be seen reading it at work, during breaks/lunch. Pull it out and reference it while working with the team.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 14:01
acolyte
3,0531632
@David Definitely follow this advice. I am currently an intern software developer and have learned that managers in the software fields care very little about the actual knowledge of the intern. In my experience, my bosses have only been interested in my creativity and willingness to learn. Also, the man knew there were problems with the UI when he assigned it to you. There's no way he would be offended by you expressing a genuine desire to improve his product, if that's something you're worried about. Good luck!
– degausser
Aug 7 '12 at 14:37
This has always worked for me. Think of it this way: "If you're willing to invest $X for this training material, I'm willing to invest Y hours of my own free time studying and becoming a better worker for you." This will generally be a fantastic deal for the employer.
– Nathan Long
Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
add a comment |Â
up vote
14
down vote
accepted
You should basically go to your boss and ask them about it. Seriously, if you phrase your question in a similar manner to how you wrote this one, then you should be fine.
Co-ops are supposed to be learning programs, I know I've learned a TON of stuff at my current one. That being said, any half-decent boss should be more than happy to do something like this, as it not only brings more skills to the team, but can also have a lasting effect on you, personally. It also shows that you're willing to go above and beyond what's asked of you, in order to do work at the highest of your potential. That looks REALLY good if you ever interview with the company again, for an actual job once you graduate.
And, if it comes down to it, buy the book yourself and be seen reading it at work, during breaks/lunch. Pull it out and reference it while working with the team.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 14:01
acolyte
3,0531632
@David Definitely follow this advice. I am currently an intern software developer and have learned that managers in the software fields care very little about the actual knowledge of the intern. In my experience, my bosses have only been interested in my creativity and willingness to learn. Also, the man knew there were problems with the UI when he assigned it to you. There's no way he would be offended by you expressing a genuine desire to improve his product, if that's something you're worried about. Good luck!
– degausser
Aug 7 '12 at 14:37
This has always worked for me. Think of it this way: "If you're willing to invest $X for this training material, I'm willing to invest Y hours of my own free time studying and becoming a better worker for you." This will generally be a fantastic deal for the employer.
– Nathan Long
Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
add a comment |Â
up vote
14
down vote
accepted
up vote
14
down vote
accepted
You should basically go to your boss and ask them about it. Seriously, if you phrase your question in a similar manner to how you wrote this one, then you should be fine.
Co-ops are supposed to be learning programs, I know I've learned a TON of stuff at my current one. That being said, any half-decent boss should be more than happy to do something like this, as it not only brings more skills to the team, but can also have a lasting effect on you, personally. It also shows that you're willing to go above and beyond what's asked of you, in order to do work at the highest of your potential. That looks REALLY good if you ever interview with the company again, for an actual job once you graduate.
And, if it comes down to it, buy the book yourself and be seen reading it at work, during breaks/lunch. Pull it out and reference it while working with the team.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 14:01
acolyte
3,0531632
You should basically go to your boss and ask them about it. Seriously, if you phrase your question in a similar manner to how you wrote this one, then you should be fine.
Co-ops are supposed to be learning programs, I know I've learned a TON of stuff at my current one. That being said, any half-decent boss should be more than happy to do something like this, as it not only brings more skills to the team, but can also have a lasting effect on you, personally. It also shows that you're willing to go above and beyond what's asked of you, in order to do work at the highest of your potential. That looks REALLY good if you ever interview with the company again, for an actual job once you graduate.
And, if it comes down to it, buy the book yourself and be seen reading it at work, during breaks/lunch. Pull it out and reference it while working with the team.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 14:01
acolyte
3,0531632
answered Aug 7 '12 at 14:01
acolyte
3,0531632
answered Aug 7 '12 at 14:01
acolyte
3,0531632
answered Aug 7 '12 at 14:01
acolyte
3,0531632
3,0531632
@David Definitely follow this advice. I am currently an intern software developer and have learned that managers in the software fields care very little about the actual knowledge of the intern. In my experience, my bosses have only been interested in my creativity and willingness to learn. Also, the man knew there were problems with the UI when he assigned it to you. There's no way he would be offended by you expressing a genuine desire to improve his product, if that's something you're worried about. Good luck!
– degausser
Aug 7 '12 at 14:37
This has always worked for me. Think of it this way: "If you're willing to invest $X for this training material, I'm willing to invest Y hours of my own free time studying and becoming a better worker for you." This will generally be a fantastic deal for the employer.
– Nathan Long
Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
add a comment |Â
@David Definitely follow this advice. I am currently an intern software developer and have learned that managers in the software fields care very little about the actual knowledge of the intern. In my experience, my bosses have only been interested in my creativity and willingness to learn. Also, the man knew there were problems with the UI when he assigned it to you. There's no way he would be offended by you expressing a genuine desire to improve his product, if that's something you're worried about. Good luck!
– degausser
Aug 7 '12 at 14:37
This has always worked for me. Think of it this way: "If you're willing to invest $X for this training material, I'm willing to invest Y hours of my own free time studying and becoming a better worker for you." This will generally be a fantastic deal for the employer.
– Nathan Long
Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
@David Definitely follow this advice. I am currently an intern software developer and have learned that managers in the software fields care very little about the actual knowledge of the intern. In my experience, my bosses have only been interested in my creativity and willingness to learn. Also, the man knew there were problems with the UI when he assigned it to you. There's no way he would be offended by you expressing a genuine desire to improve his product, if that's something you're worried about. Good luck!
– degausser
Aug 7 '12 at 14:37
@David Definitely follow this advice. I am currently an intern software developer and have learned that managers in the software fields care very little about the actual knowledge of the intern. In my experience, my bosses have only been interested in my creativity and willingness to learn. Also, the man knew there were problems with the UI when he assigned it to you. There's no way he would be offended by you expressing a genuine desire to improve his product, if that's something you're worried about. Good luck!
– degausser
Aug 7 '12 at 14:37
This has always worked for me. Think of it this way: "If you're willing to invest $X for this training material, I'm willing to invest Y hours of my own free time studying and becoming a better worker for you." This will generally be a fantastic deal for the employer.
– Nathan Long
Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
This has always worked for me. Think of it this way: "If you're willing to invest $X for this training material, I'm willing to invest Y hours of my own free time studying and becoming a better worker for you." This will generally be a fantastic deal for the employer.
– Nathan Long
Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
add a comment |Â
up vote
3
down vote
Computers are expensive. Software is expensive. People are very expensive. Books are cheap, and if they help the business use their expensive resources even just a tiny bit better, they pay for themselves many times over. Any manager who hesitates to pay for books is penny wise and pound foolish.
Try this: Boss, I'd like to buy this book. I think it'll help me understand user interface design better and faster than I would without it, and I think the rest of the team could benefit from looking at it too.
If he's smart, he'll ask you if you've read any reviews and if you're sure that this is the right book for the task at hand. When you say yes, he'll tell you to order two copies.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
Caleb
5,55312531
add a comment |Â
up vote
3
down vote
Computers are expensive. Software is expensive. People are very expensive. Books are cheap, and if they help the business use their expensive resources even just a tiny bit better, they pay for themselves many times over. Any manager who hesitates to pay for books is penny wise and pound foolish.
Try this: Boss, I'd like to buy this book. I think it'll help me understand user interface design better and faster than I would without it, and I think the rest of the team could benefit from looking at it too.
If he's smart, he'll ask you if you've read any reviews and if you're sure that this is the right book for the task at hand. When you say yes, he'll tell you to order two copies.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
Caleb
5,55312531
add a comment |Â
up vote
3
down vote
up vote
3
down vote
Computers are expensive. Software is expensive. People are very expensive. Books are cheap, and if they help the business use their expensive resources even just a tiny bit better, they pay for themselves many times over. Any manager who hesitates to pay for books is penny wise and pound foolish.
Try this: Boss, I'd like to buy this book. I think it'll help me understand user interface design better and faster than I would without it, and I think the rest of the team could benefit from looking at it too.
If he's smart, he'll ask you if you've read any reviews and if you're sure that this is the right book for the task at hand. When you say yes, he'll tell you to order two copies.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
Caleb
5,55312531
Computers are expensive. Software is expensive. People are very expensive. Books are cheap, and if they help the business use their expensive resources even just a tiny bit better, they pay for themselves many times over. Any manager who hesitates to pay for books is penny wise and pound foolish.
Try this: Boss, I'd like to buy this book. I think it'll help me understand user interface design better and faster than I would without it, and I think the rest of the team could benefit from looking at it too.
If he's smart, he'll ask you if you've read any reviews and if you're sure that this is the right book for the task at hand. When you say yes, he'll tell you to order two copies.
answered Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
Caleb
5,55312531
answered Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
Caleb
5,55312531
answered Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
Caleb
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answered Aug 7 '12 at 18:38
Caleb
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