I don't see level of training and level of importance to be at all related. But I do see a few issues here.

First, is training really EVER completed? Most human beings learn and grow and evolve over time. Even dominants. So, as a dominant's tastes and desires evolve, so would the training of his slave.

Second, does the goal for the relationship center only on training, or on enjoying the results of having a slave who has reached that "perfect" ideal? There are some dominants out there who seem to have a primary focus of training (or fixing, in some cases), and it does seem that once the fix is done, the glow seems to wear off.

OTOH, there can be the objective of enjoying the fruits of one's labors. Master and I have been together for over 5 years now...the last 2+ living together. From conversations we've had over this time I know our goal has been to get past the adjustment period so we can be comfortable and just enjoy each other. Yes, I focus on him and his needs, do my best to serve him in the ways I know he expects. I most certainly do not feel neglected or unimportant. I'm quite sure of my importance to him, as well as his importance to me.

I think of it as balance, but with the fulcrum being offset...I carry a heavier load, but he exerts more force.